Medical Laboratory Scientist - Regional Relief

NSW Health Pathology; Dubbo; On-site; AUD 79,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rural Health Incentive up to $5,000

Salary packaging options

Fitness Passport and EAP

Job summary

NSW Health Pathology in Dubbo seeks a Medical Laboratory Scientist to join the Regional Relief squad on a permanent full-time basis. The role involves traveling to sites across Western NSW and Far West LHDs, supporting multiple teams and maintaining high-quality laboratory practices.

Responsibilities include coordinating scientific training, ensuring compliance with standards, and contributing to continual process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree or higher in Science/MLS from a recognised tertiary institution.
• Experience delivering pathology services with LIS, patient systems and QC.
• Strong communication and report-writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and provide scientific and technical training and quality management.
• Review, develop and improve laboratory practices to meet standards.

Skills

Bachelor degree

Pathology knowledge

LIS knowledge

Report writing

Communication

Driver's licence

Education

Bachelor degree in Science/MLS

Tools

Laboratory Information Systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Medical Laboratory Scientist - Regional Relief

Employment Type:PermanentFull Time
Position Classification:Scientific Officer
Remuneration:$79,433.52 - $113,298.98 per annum plus superannuation
Hours Per Week:38
Requisition ID:REQ703574
Location: Dubbo
Applications Close: 17 November 2026 - 11:59pm

About the opportunity

NSW Health Pathology is currently seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist to join our team on a Permanent Full Time basis.

The role will form part of the NSW Health Pathology Relief Squad. The primary location of this position is negotiable, however is expected to be within one of the laboratories located in Western NSW or Far West LHD's. The successful applicant will also need to work across various sites in Regional NSW.

This exciting opportunity provides variety with travel between sites, working with different teams, learning new skills and gaining a wealth of knowledge.

What you’ll be doing

Responsible for delivering a range of operational laboratory activities including the coordination and provisions of scientific and technical training and the ongoing review, development and quality management of laboratory practices to ensure compliance with operational standards and procedures, quality standards and continual process improvement.

What we can offer you

Financial Benefits - Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme allowance of up to $5,000 plus super per annum in addition to award entitlements, and generous salary packaging options and other fringe benefits

Work-life Balance - Up to 12 additional days off per year in addition to Annual Leave (for full-time employees)

Professional Growth - Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training with RTO My Health Learning

Health & Wellbeing - Fitness Passport gym discounts and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and families.

• Bachelor Degree or higher degree in Science/Medical Laboratory Science or an equivalent qualification, with subjects relevant to pathology from a recognised tertiary institution
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the delivery of pathology services relevant to the laboratory, including use of Laboratory Information Systems, Patient Systems and Quality Control Systems and computer programs such as Microsoft Office suite
• Customer focused approach displaying well-developed interpersonal skills and good oral and written communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively with customers, patients and clinical and laboratory staff, along with report writing skills, statistical evaluation of scientific data and the ability to effectively communicate policies and procedures
• Ability to work in a responsible and efficient manner and to manage competing priorities to meet deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment while working autonomously to deliver results within specified timeframes and contribute to a range of diagnostic skills relevant to the laboratory
• Display initiative, problem solving and analytical skills including an ability to apply established principles in a pathology laboratory and investigate and resolve general and complex issues within the laboratory environment
• Sound understanding of legislation, policies and requirements that impact the laboratory environment including work health and safety and privacy requirements
• Current NSW C‑Class driver’s licence (P1 or P2 accepted) is required with capacity to travel to any site or location within the operational area for a shift as required. Interstate C‑Class licence holders must obtain an NSW C‑Class licence within three months of appointment. Learner licences are not accepted

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Information for applicants

NSW Health Pathology is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. We value, and welcome all suitably qualified applicants regardless of age, background, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.

NSW Health Pathology is committed to providing accessibility and reasonable accommodations and ensuring our recruitment process is flexible, inclusive, and free from barriers, promoting equal opportunities for all to succeed. Please reach out if you need adjustments.

NSW Health Pathology is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce in public health. For Aboriginal candidates, support is available through the Stepping Up website

You must have valid working rights in Australia for the duration of the appointment to be eligible to apply.

All workers must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting employment. See PD2026_004 for more detail. The preferred candidate may be required to undergo a functional assessment prior to appointment.

An eligibility list may be created for similar vacancies in the future.

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Need more information?

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3) For role related queries or questions contact Benjamin Alchin on ***************@health.nsw.gov.au

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