Medical Scientist - Grade 1/2

The Royal Melbourne Hospital; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Generous leave

Staff health services

Parkville location

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

The Royal Melbourne Hospital – Parkville VIC is seeking a qualified laboratory professional to join the Biochemistry/Immunology team. You will perform biochemical, haematological and immunological analyses using automated and manual methods, and rotate across sections to support patient care.

This role requires a Bachelor of Applied Science or Bachelor of Science (or equivalent) with experience in a hospital or private Biochemistry/Immunology lab being desirable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Applied Science or Bachelor of Science or equivalent qualification.
• Experience in a tertiary hospital or private Biochemistry/Immunology lab is desirable.
• Commitment to customer-focused service.
• Ability to perform under pressure and meet time constraints.
• Well-developed written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform biochemical, haematological and immunological analyses using automated instrumentation and manual methods.
• Register and process specimens, including pre-analytic preparation.
• Rotate between Biochemistry and Immunology laboratory sections.
• Participate in a 24/7 rotating shift roster, including evenings, nights and weekends.
• Undertake other related laboratory duties as required.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Under pressure

Customer focus

Education

Bachelor of Applied Science

Bachelor of Science

Job description

The Royal Melbourne Hospital – Parkville VIC

Join our Biochemistry/Immunology Laboratory, performing a range of biochemical, haematological and immunological testing to support patient care.

Work across laboratory sections using automated and manual methods as part of a rotational 24/7 shift roster.

This is an opportunity to be part of Public Pathology Victoria (PPV), supporting high-quality pathology services, innovation and research.

Key Accountabilities

• Perform biochemical, haematological and immunological analyses using automated instrumentation and manual methods.


• Register and process specimens, including pre-analytic preparation.


• Rotate between Biochemistry and Immunology laboratory sections.


• Participate in a 24/7 rotating shift roster, including evenings, nights and weekends.


• Undertake other related laboratory duties as required.

About you

You have a Bachelor of Applied Science, Bachelor of Science or equivalent qualification, along with:

• Experience in a tertiary hospital or private Biochemistry an/or Immunology laboratory is desirable.


• Commitment to customer focused service.


• Capacity to perform under pressure, to meet time constraints and determine work priorities.


• Well-developed written and oral communication skills.

Benefits of Working at RMH

• Meaningful Work
  Make a real difference in the lives of patients, families and our community.


• Career Growth
  Access learning, development, and diverse career opportunities.


• Supportive Culture & Belonging
  Join in a diverse and values-led organisation built on kindness, collaboration and inclusion.


• Innovation
  Help shape the future of healthcare through research, technology and new models of care.


• World-Class Excellence
  Work alongside leading healthcare professionals at one of Australia's premier public hospitals, within the Parkville Precinct—one of the world's leading biomedical and research precincts.


• Enjoy great employee benefits
  Salary packaging of up to $12,000 tax free and generous leave entitlements, including additional annual leave and a monthly accrued day off for eligible full-time staff (role/EBA dependent).


• Work in the Parkville Precinct
  Work in the Parkville precinct with excellent public transport, onsite parking options and access to staff health services.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check and satisfactory Working With Children Check.

The RMH is committed to creating a culturally safe environment as a collective responsibility. We draw on our principles of self-determination, equity, accountability, and shared learning to create a culturally responsive health system that challenges how we strive for continuous quality improvement to meet the expectations of the communities and patients we serve.

RMH is a child safe organisation, committed to upholding the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people in line with the Child Safe Standards.

As a leader in healthcare, we recognise the need to foster a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging. We encourage people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply, and will provide adjustments to support equitable participation.