AddressAustralian Clinical Labs (Clinical Labs) is one of Australia’s leading pathology companies with a vision centred on leadership in science, technology and people. With 88 accredited pathology laboratories and over 1020 collection centres, we have a strong footprint across Australia.
Australian Clinical Labs has newly become a publicly listed organisation with strong growth aspirations, this is a place for someone who wants to help us in transitioning to a market leader.
Clinical Labs WA has been serving the local community for over 80 years and provides diagnostic services to a number of hospitals and specialists as well as general practitioners. We have six medical laboratories, over 150 collection centres and a team of more than 700 who are committed to partnering with our referrers to provide accurate and timely results and high quality, patient centred care.
About the Role
We have an exciting and rare opportunity for a passionate, motivated and patient focussed Head of Department (Scientist in Charge) – Immunology to join the team based at our Osborne Park Laboratory.
As Head of Department, you will be responsible for providing leadership as a part of the day-to-day Immunology team, in a “hands on” role, performing and validating a broad range of complex and varied investigations consistently and accurately.
This role would be ideal for someone looking to take the next step in their career. You will be a self-motivated individual, who can demonstrate an attention to detail, along with excellent communication skills and a strong focus on outstanding customer service. The salary is negotiable depending on qualifications and experience.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Rostering, supervision and training of staff in the Immunology department
- Perform competency assessments, performance management and audits
- Manage work flow processes, budgets and department plans
- Attending to the care, storage and processing of pathology specimens
- Quality monitoring and improvement.
To be considered for the role you will need to possess the following:
- Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent
- Minimum 5 years’ recent experience in a diagnostic clinical pathology environment, with specific experience in a dedicated Immunology department.
- Previous experience in leading a team would be advantageous
- The ability to identify and analyse issues, problems and opportunities in a timely and effective manner.
- Good computer skills, excellent customer service skills and telephone manner
- Exceptional time management skills
- Ability to communicate effectively with the team, Pathologists, referring Doctors and patients
- Understanding of, and commitment to maintaining NATA accreditation standards.
- Ability to understand and ensure compliance with WHS policies and guidelines to maintain a safe and healthy workplace
Please address the selection criteria with your application letter and include a current resume.
Please note, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted
All appointments are subject to proof of eligibility to work in Australia, National Police Clearance (less than 3 months old) and immunisation to Hep B. As a healthcare provider, Clinical Labs requires all new employees to be fully vaccinated against COV-19. If successful, we will ask for proof of immunisation accordingly for our records.
Australian Clinical Labs is an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities and cultures – including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQI+ community and people living with disability. We’re happy to adjust our recruitment process to support accessibility needs. We also welcome applications from individuals with culturally diverse backgrounds.
