Technical Officer (529166)

Service Tasmania; Launceston; On-site; AUD 73,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A public health service in Tasmania is seeking a part-time Technical Officer to perform essential technical work in pathology departments. The ideal candidate will have an Associate Diploma and multi-disciplinary lab experience, along with excellent communication skills. This position offers a salary range of $73,811 to $79,779 per annum, pro-rata, and access to various employee benefits including professional development.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Fitness Passport for access to fitness facilities

Study leave and Professional Development Support

Qualifications

• Experience in a laboratory environment is essential.
• Current Driver’s Licence is required.
• IATA Dangerous Good Shipping Certification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical work in one or more pathology departments.
• Work under guidance from scientists and pathologists.

Skills

Multi-disciplinary working experience in a Laboratory setting

Ability to multi task competing priorities

Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a team

Education

Associate Diploma from a recognised tertiary institution or equivalent

Job description

The Team:

Northern Tasmanian Pathology Service (NTPS) provides Pathology services to Launceston General Hospital and the Northern regions of Tasmania. We are the only public pathology service operating in North Tasmania. NTPS aims to deliver a high-quality service to general practitioners, medical specialists and private hospitals, providing patients with no out of pocket expenses for Medicare eligible tests. The team at NTPS comprises a large team involving multi-disciplinary scientists, technicians, non-technical staff and Pathologists.

The Role:

As a Technical officer, under the guidance from Scientists, Senior Scientists, Laboratory Manager and Pathologists, you will be required to perform technical work in one or more pathology departments, using prescribed procedures and techniques.

You will need:

• Multi-disciplinary working experience in a Laboratory setting
• Ability to multi task competing priorities
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a team

Note: - Please provide a statement addressing the key selection criteria in support of your application.

Why Tasmania:

The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.

Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania’s public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.

Details of appointment:

Permanent, part time, shift worker position, working 61 hours per fortnight, commencing from as soon as you can join our team!

*notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.

Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.

Salary:$73,811 to $79,779 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance withPublic Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022

Salary Packaging:

You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.

Benefits available to eligible candidates

• Professional development and accelerated pathways.
• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
• Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family.

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

Eligibility:

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.

• An associate Diploma from a recognised tertiary institution, or an equivalent qualification, appropriate to the nature of the work

• Current Driver’s Licence

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• International Air Transport Association (IATA) Dangerous Good Shipping Certification, or the ability to gain certification

Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.

Statement of Duties:

• Generic Technical Officer Band 3 (Jul 2023) CSU.docx

Application Guide:

• Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep 2024.docx

How to apply:

Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.

You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.

*applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role

For more information:

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

Name:Brenda Johnson
Position:Team Leader - General Pathology Operations
Phone number:[phone]
Email address:[e-mail]

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