Position Classification : Senior Hospital Scientist I / C Lab >Requisition ID : REQ556468Location : WollongongApplications Close : 16 March 2025 - 11 : 59pmAbout The OpportunityDo you have extensive Anatomical Pathology leadership and scientific skills?Are you focused on evolution and expansion in the Anatomical Pathology discipline?Are you looking for a sea-change career as a Senior Hospital Scientist in charge of a large Anatomical Pathology department?Then this could be the role for you!An exciting permanent full-time opportunity is available to join a dedicated Anatomical Pathology team at the large and dynamic NSW Health Pathology Wollongong Laboratory. We're looking for a dedicated, adaptable and customer-focused individual who excels in leadership, is a great communicative team member, and who is passionate about improving Health Services to the local community.What We Can Offer YouAccrued Days Off in addition to Annual LeaveGenerous salary packaging options and other fringe benefitsCorporate wellbeing programs, including the Fitness PassportLearning and development opportunities, including in-house training with RTO My Health LearningWhat You'll Be DoingYou will be responsible for the management and training of Anatomical Pathology scientific, technical and support staff, all Anatomical Pathology testing and associated activities, and logistics relevant for the NSWHP Wollongong AP department. The position oversees the quality, cost and operational integrity of the NSWHP Wollongong laboratory, regulatory compliance and accreditation of Anatomical Pathology laboratory services for NSWHP Wollongong, human resource, business and resource management.Minimum RequirementsTertiary qualifications of at least a Bachelor Degree in Science / Medical Laboratory Science, with subjects relevant to pathology or an equivalent recognised qualification relevant to Medical Laboratory Science or relevant specialtyProven leadership and operational management skills and experience including budget management, staff and resource management and maintenance of professional standards and accreditation within organisational funding and performance frameworksDemonstrated experience with the implementation of quality improvement and risk management including an understanding of the relevant legislative and regulatory requirements in healthcareDemonstrated experience in change management and use of financial, statistical, human resources and management data to proactively improve laboratory efficiency and effectivenessDemonstrated strategic thinking and professional networks in a specialty of pathology relevant to the laboratory, and understanding of the role and function of public laboratories within the Australian and NSW health systemsAdvanced knowledge and operating competency with Laboratory Information Systems, Microsoft Office applications and Quality Management Systems and proven data analysis skillsDemonstrated commitment to excellent customer service with a high level of interpersonal, communication, negotiation and influencing skills and the ability to develop and maintain strong collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders and interact professionally with a diverse range of people at all levels.Need more information?Click here for the Position DescriptionFind out more about applying for this positionOccupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious DiseasesThis is a Category A position. All Category A applicants must read and understand NSW Health Policy Directive PD2023_022 Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases. All recruits must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in this policy. All recruits must provide evidence against specified diseases and comply with the requirements of this policy at their own cost prior to appointment.New to NSW Health Pathology?The preferred candidate may be required to undergo a functional assessment prior to appointment.Working RightsThis position is a permanent position. To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency. Please note : A person who is not an Australian citizen or a permanent resident is only eligible for temporary employment for a period not longer than the duration of their current visa.Talent PoolIf the selection panel identifies more than one suitable candidate for the role, an eligibility list will be created for future permanent full-time / part-time, temporary and casual vacancies.Our Commitment to Diversity and InclusionNSW Health Pathology is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We seek to recruit from diverse applicants and create teams with skills, perspectives and experiences that complement each other at work. We welcome suitably qualified applicants regardless of age, ethnicity, socio-cultural background, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.
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