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Form of work- Excellent benefits including salary packaging
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Friendly and supportive team environment
- Full time, Permanent position (38 hours per week)
About the Role
Your primary duties will be in the Histopathology section of the department. The successful candidate after appropriate training will also rotate through various sections of the Anatomical Pathology laboratory and be responsible for the routine processing of specimens according to established and documented laboratory procedures.
Histopathology Primary duties include:
- Specimen setup
- Block Embedding/Block Sectioning
- Section Recuts
- Slide Staining etc.
For a full list of duties, please click apply and refer to Position Description via the SVHM Careers site.
Classifications for this position will range from classification range BU3 to BU8 ($61,672 - $73,383 per annum).
Your Contribution
The suitable candidate will posses a relevant Diploma of Laboratory Technology, Diploma of Science or equivalent.
- Minimum of 3 years laboratory experience in a Histopathology Diagnostic Laboratory
- Good knowledge of routine laboratory practice and techniques
- Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent time management skills
- Current National criminal history check, or willing to obtain
What we Offer
- A focus on wellbeing initiatives, with regular events and programs
- Confidential, solutions-focused employee counselling
- Ability to join Fitness Passport - Your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities
- Salary Packaging - Increase your take home pay!
- In the heart of Fitzroy, CBD at our doorstep, close to some of Melbourne's best cafes, public transport and lots of carparks
- Discounts and Promotions always available through our Foundation
- Regular opportunities for professional development to assist you to reach your career goals
- Culture of continuous improvement
Anatomical Pathology
Our laboratory is committed to providing the most comprehensive range of diagnostic services available, it is N.A.T.A. and R.C.P.A. accredited. The consultants are specialists in a wide range of histological and cytopathological investigations. They are supported by medical scientists with considerable experience in all areas of Anatomical Pathology.
Working at St Vincent's
St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service. SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services and is driven by values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence.
Application
Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application.
Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced.
We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve.
Please visit our website, for further information regarding our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at SVHM.
SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases in healthcare settings. You may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations).
This position is subject to a Victorian government direction regarding vaccination against COVID-19. Successful applicants must meet these vaccination requirements. Please contact us if you would like to know more.
