Forensic Mortuary Technician

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Forensic Mortuary Technician
Remuneration: $78,401.21 - $85,346.17 per annum plus superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ470336
Location: Sydney
Application close: 06 March 2024 - 11:59pm

About the opportunity

Forensic & Analytical Science Service (FASS) specialises in providing independent and objective forensic analysis to the criminal and coronial justice systems, as well as quality scientific analysis that contributes to community health and safety. Our services include illicit drug analysis, forensic and drug toxicology, chemical criminalistics, forensic biology and DNA, forensic medicine, environmental toxicology, and environmental microbiology. We are looking for an experienced Forensic Mortuary Technician to join our friendly team.

What we can offer you

• Accrued Days Off in addition to Annual Leave
  
• Generous salary packaging options and other fringe benefits
• Corporate wellbeing programs, including the Fitness Passport
• Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training with RTO My Health Learning

What you'll be doing

Responsible for assisting with the quality and timely completion of post mortem examinations in conjunction with and under the direction of a Forensic Pathologist, and perform any associated duties; providing a respectful service for the deceased, families and the wider community.

Interested in joining Australia’s largest public pathology service? Apply now by addressing the following questions:

1. Hold a minimum Certificate Level IV or equivalent qualification in a relevant field to which the role applies.
2. Demonstrated knowledge of fundamental anatomy and physiology, and a basic understanding of medical terminology.
3. Proven ability to work with the deceased in an environment that could be distressing, ensuring to raise any associated concerns and/or need for support, and adopt self-care strategies
4. Ability to work in a responsible and efficient manner in a team environment, and to effectively communicate with all members of the multidisciplinary team.
5. Capability to display initiative and attention to detail in all aspects of clinical and administrative work practices.
6. Sound computer literacy skills including Microsoft Office applications and ability to use information management systems.
7. Willingness to work shift work and participate in an on-call roster, and travel in accordance with the demands of the role holding a current NSW driver’s licence.
8. Demonstrated capacity to adopt and model the NSWHP RITE values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork and Excellence.

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For role related queries or questions contact Belinda Kennedy on ***************@health.nsw.gov.au

Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases

This 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.

All NSW Health workers are required to have two doses of a COVID-19 vaccine, as defined by NSW Health. Employees working in a clinical area or are required to attend clinical areas are considered category A. Category A positions are required to provide evidence of having received three doses of COVID-19 vaccine in accordance with the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (TGA) and meet the requirements of the Occupational Assessment Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive. You will be required to provide a record of your COVID-19 vaccination status if successful.

Acceptable proof of vaccination is the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) Immunisation History Statement or AIR COVID-19 Digital Certificate. Booster doses are highly recommended for all health care workers who have completed the primary course of COVID-19 vaccinations.  

New to NSW Health Pathology?

The preferred candidate may be required to undergo a functional assessment prior to appointment.

Working Rights

This position is a permanent position. To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an 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 Pool

If 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 Inclusion

NSW 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.

All staff employed by NSW FASS will be required to supply a reference buccal sample so that their DNA profile can be compared to other generated profiles to exclude the possibility of contamination.