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Form of workReference Number: 42241: Medical Laboratory Scientist Grade 1 Anatomical - Pathology Employment Type: On Going Part Time (PT) Location: Northern Health (All Campuses)
About Northern Health:
As an organisation we have a clear focus on how we service and partner with our community, including our strategy of helping the community stay well when at home. Our reputation of community minded, inclusive and progressive is matched to none.
Northern Health is located in the rapidly growing northern suburbs with projected growth the biggest in the state. With a booming, culturally rich and diverse community, and less than an hour’s drive from the CBD, Melbourne’s North is fast becoming the place to be!
The Role:
An opportunity exists for a Medical Laboratory Scientist Grade 1 to join the team at Northern Health on a part-time basis
This role would suit a passionate Laboratory Scientist with experience in routine histological techniques that enjoy working as part of a team to contribute to the production of high-quality work and participation on a rotating roster which includes various shifts and on-call duties form part of this position.
Situated within the Anatomical Pathology team the key responsibilities would be (but not limited to); specimen handling, tissue cut-up and processing, Embedding and Microtomy of FFPE tissue, slide staining (H&E and special stains), performing frozen sections, and other associated duties. Rotation into IHC and Cytopathology areas may occur on a rostered basis.
To be successful in this role you will have:
- A degree in Medical Laboratory science majoring in Anatomical Pathology or equivalent.
- Experience and good working knowledge of diagnostic Anatomical Pathology with competency in one or more of the following disciplines; microtomy, embedding, frozen sections, standard histology staining techniques.
- Proven ability to work independently and as part of a time to communicate cooperatively with other internal and external clients.
- Has the flexibility to work in an evolving work environment and works well under pressure.
Next Steps . . .
If this opportunity sounds like the next step in your career, then we would love to hear from you. Please click on the 'Apply' button and follow the prompts.
For further details, please refer to the Position Description. Alternatively, contact: Fatema Tajbhai, Northern Pathology Victoria Senior Scientist of Anatomical Pathology on (03) 8405 9***.
Applications close 19 February 2024
Why work at the Northern Health?
We offer a range of benefits to support and reward staff both personally and professionally, which includes:
- Health and Wellbeing programs, including our ‘Thrive’ program
- Flexibility in the workplace and extra leave options and support
- An inclusive and culturally safe space
- State of the art facilities and campus partnerships
- A commitment to ongoing professional development through our ‘Learning Labs’
- Access to salary packaging, EAP and our online library
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Work with us! Northern Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce which reflects the community we serve. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, as well as applicants who are LGBTIQ+, who have different abilities, or are from culturally and Linguistically Diverse Backgrounds are encouraged.
All employees of Northern Health must comply with the health service’s Staff Health / Workforce Immunisation procedure (as amended from time to time) together with any relevant State Government and Departmental directives. This requires all employees to be vaccinated for various diseases such as, but not limited to influenza and Covid-19.
