Scientist - Pathology Services

Monash Health; Greater Dandenong; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Monash Health is inviting applications for a Medical Scientist, Grade 1, to join our multi-disciplinary core laboratory team on a full-time ongoing basis. The role involves contributing to a 24-hour service and participating in shift and on-call work, ensuring high-quality diagnostic outcomes across pathways.

To succeed, applicants should hold a Degree in Applied Science (MLS) or an equivalent qualification, with multi-disciplinary laboratory experience considered desirable.

Qualifications

• Degree in Applied Science (MLS) or recognised equivalent.
• Multi-disciplinary laboratory experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Join a multi-disciplinary core laboratory team operating a 24-hour service; participate in shift and on-call work.

Skills

MLS degree equivalent

Laboratory experience desirable

Education

Degree in Applied Science (MLS)

Job description

Monash Health exists to reimagine care, so that people can live their best lives.

We provide safe andequitablecare, for every stage of life, delivered with world-leadingexpertiseand over 175 years of experience.

As a leading academic health service,we'recommitted to providing tomorrow's care today by integrating research,teachingand training into everyday practice.

Our team of 24,000 people are full hearted, open minded and all in. Together, we provide more than 250 integrated services for every stage of life at over 50 locations and in the community across south-east Melbourne, Victoria, serving 1.2 million residents in the South Metro Local Health Service Network.

To see first-hand what our colleagues think about working here, take a look at the following short videos monashhealth.org/careers.

About the Department / Program

Monash Health Pathology is an integral part of Monash Health. It is the largest public provider of Pathology services in the state and currently operates 6 laboratories. The largest of these is located at the Monash Medical Centre, Clayton, with additional laboratories located at the Dandenong, Moorabbin, Casey, Victorian Heart Hospital and Wonthaggi Hospitals. There is currently 18 collection locations based within the hospital sites and community settings. Services are provided to the Public and Private sectors, and other laboratory services.

The Victorian Government is reforming Public Pathology services and creating pathology networks. As such from mid-February 2027 Monash Health Pathology will become part of the Bayside Health pathology network and Monash Health Pathology employees will transfer employment to Bayside Health.

While employment will transfer there is no change to the role, location or terms and conditions of employment including recognising length of service, and accrued leave entitlements. Employees will continue to perform their duties from their current work locations, subject to operational requirements.

About the Role

We are currently seeking a Medical Scientist: Grade 1 to join our multi-disciplinary core laboratory team on a full time ongoing basis. The laboratory offers a 24 hour service and the successful applicant will be required to participate in shift and on call work.

About You

To be successful in this healthcare role, you will bring the following demonstrated skills, experience, and attributes:

• Degree in Applied Science (MLS) or recognised equivalent
• Multi-disciplinary laboratory experience is desirable.

Offers of employment can only be made once all required probity checks have been completed. These include:

• right to work check;
• reference checks;
• a clear Police Check conducted within the last three months;
• a current Victorian Employee Working with Children’s Check (or proof of payment for same)
• proof of immunisation status

Why you will love working with us

Ours is a connected team with strong shared values and an unwavering commitment to excellence. We are a highly skilled, collaborative, and welcoming team where the only limit in your career is you. Upon your appointment, we will provide you with

• A supportive and cohesive sub-team, working within a larger consumer relations team.
• Professional development courses, seminars and mentoring.
• Opportunities for you to use your experience in the role to inform and drive initiatives within the broader units and programs.
• Salary packaging.

For a confidential discussion and to explore this opportunity further, please reach out to Kate Van Hooydonk (***************@monashhealth.org).

Our Culture and Values

At Monash Health, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our culture is inclusive,supportiveand future-focused, underpinned by clear values and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Our teams play a critical role in bringing our new strategy to life, challenging traditional approaches, embracing innovation, and ensuring every appointment reflects our commitment to equity, transparency and excellence.

You’ll be encouraged to share ideas, contribute to improvement initiatives, and grow alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about what they do.

We are FullHearted, OpenMinded and AllIn, enabling excellent service delivery and a positive candidate and employee experience every time.

We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equityand diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards.

Applications close: 23rd November 2026