Hospital Scientist (Cytology) - St Vincent's Hospital Sydney

Position Title: Hospital Scientist (Cytology)
Employment Type: Permanent, Part Time
Hours per week: 24 hours
Position Grade: Hospital Scientist (Year 1 - 8)
Salary: $70,956.89 to $101,208.98 (pro-rata) base salary per annum
Enterprise Agreement: The Named NSW (Non-Declared) Affiliated Health Organisation’ Hospital Scientists Agreement 2020
Department Name: SydPath - Anatomical PathologyAbout us:
St Vincent’s Hospital Sydney is a leading not-for-profit organisation providing health services to our community. Guided by our values of compassion, excellence, integrity and justice, we promote a culture of diversity and inclusion and empower our people to learn, grow and innovate.Benefits of working at St Vincent’s include:Generous salary packaging and Fitness Passport for eligible staffOpportunity to access a wide of range of clinical and non-clinical education programsSupported post graduate opportunities within applicable fieldsCareer development opportunities across the St Vincent’s Health Australia NetworkEmployee Assistance ProgramWork/Life balanceAbout the role:
We have an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic Cytology laboratory team who works together to provide quality care to clients and patients of SydPath, Anatomical Pathology. We are recruiting for a passionate, dynamic, skilled, and committed Cytology Hospital Scientist to join our team. We are seeking those with the motivation to learn, develop and contribute to all areas of Cytology/Anatomical Pathology.Diversity and Inclusion at St Vincent's:
St Vincent's is committed to employing a workforce that reflects the community we care for. We strongly encourage applications from people that are Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, culturally diverse, sexuality or gender diverse and/or living with disability.Employment with St Vincent's is subject to you having current immunity status that complies with the Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases - NSW Health Policy Directive (PD2023_022) or subsequent revisions in force. Appointment and ongoing employment will be subject to continued compliance with this policy directive.About you:
We welcome applications from people who have recent experience both Gynaecological and Non-Gynaecological Cytology with a willingness to learn and grow in this role. We are looking for someone who is comfortable working in an agile work environment. You will need to be organised, have a passion for supporting and being part of a great team culture and have a collaborative personality.Application Instructions:
To have your application considered you are required to upload a current CV/Resume as well as a separate cover letter/document addressing the ‘Selection Criteria’ as below. Internal applicants i.e. current employees of St Vincent’s Hospital or an entity of SVHA are required to apply via their Workday account.Selection Criteria:
1. Personal integrity and demonstrated commitment to the Philosophy, Mission and Values of Mary Aikenhead Ministries and St Vincent’s Health Australia
2. A Bachelor of Science Degree and Australian Society of Cytology CT (ASC) certificate.
3. Demonstrated current cytology Laboratory experience and a sound theoretical knowledge of Cytotechnology.
4. Demonstrated ability and experience in both gynaecological and general cytology specimens screening and preparation.
5. Demonstrated understanding of Cytology laboratory procedures.
6. Demonstrated customer focused approach displaying well-developed interpersonal skills and good oral and written communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively with customers, patients and clinical and laboratory staff, along with report writing skills and the ability to effectively communicate policies and procedures.
7. Demonstrated commitment to accuracy and high level of detail in all allocated tasks.
8. Demonstrated time management skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team.Applications close on: 11 June 2024For more information and to apply, please click .If you have any difficulties accessing the Position Description for this role, please contact the Talent Team at who will gladly forward you a copy.