Scientist

​Job reference: #19550

Brand: Dorevitch Pathology

Location: 16 - 18 Banksia Street, Heidelberg VIC 3084 (Dorevitch Pathology)

Work type: Full Time (Permanent) 38 hours per week

Schedule: Day shift only

About us

Dorevitch Pathology is a Healius business. Healius has an expansive network of over 100 medical laboratories and 2000 patient collection centres operating across metropolitan, regional and remote Australia. We provide 1 in every 3 pathology services in Australia, extending from exclusively servicing some of Australia’s largest and most complex private and public hospitals, to small Indigenous Australian communities. This means that you will be working in a business large enough to offer you job stability & security, interstate mobility and the opportunity to fulfil your career ambitions.

About the role

We are seeing a highly motivated individual to become a part of our cytology team. Under the leadership of the Chief Scientist – Cytology and clinical guidance from the Head of Anatomical Pathology, your key responsibilities will include, but not be limited to the following:
•    Participate in routine screening of gynaecological and non-gynaecological specimens.
•    Maintaining current scientific knowledge.
•    Liaising with internal and/or external stakeholders (referring practitioners) regarding test results or referrals as necessary.
•    Compliance and adherence with Policies and Procedures, Workplace Health and Safety Procedures and Quality Assurance Processes.
•    Provide guidance and support to laboratory staff in the assessment and processing of specimens.

About you

To be considered for the role you will need to demonstrate:
•    Completed a B. App Sc (MLS) or equivalent and CT(ASC) gyn. CT(ASC) gyn + non-gynae preferred.  
•    Experience in screening non-gynaecological samples, including but not limited to FNA samples, body fluids and respiratory specimens. 
•    Experience in gynaecological liquid based cervical cytology.
•    Understanding of the National Cervical Screening Program guidelines
•    The ability to work both independently and cooperatively with other scientists and pathologists
•    Strong time management, interpersonal, communication and organisational skills.
•    Demonstrate self-initiative and problem solving capabilities.
•    Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy and commitment to quality and excellence
•    Be familiar with laboratory information systems.
•    A commitment to quality and customer service
•    The ability to maintain safe work practices.
•    Undertaken a microscopy test.
•    The experience and ability to train junior/trainee scientists.
•    Knowledge and experience in quality assurance programs considered advantageous.

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Benefits and Wellbeing

As part of working for Healius, you will have access to a range of benefits including:

• Benefits platform - Reduce the impact of the cost of living with everyday savings with 500+ of Australia's most-loved brands, (from the weekly grocery shop to premium perks like holidays).
• Fitness Passport – Access top fitness centres & pools across Australia at a subsidised rate.
• Corporate health insurance discounts, banking benefits and novated leasing salary packaging.
• Career growth and development opportunities with access to a comprehensive library of online courses and learning paths via our e-learning platform.
• Confidential health and well-being support through our Employee Assistance Program, available to all employees and their family members.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Dorevitch 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.

Healius is a part of the Commonwealth Government's Veteran Employment Committment (VEC) and has been recognised as a Veteran Employment Supporter. Veterans and candidates with Australian Defence Force (ADF) experience are encouraged to apply.

Vaccination Requirements

• Vaccine preventable disease evidence such as Hepatitis B is a requirement of this role
• Other vaccinations based on location may be required / setting

Dorevitch Pathology is committed to providing a safe working environment and taking all reasonably practicable steps to ensure that its people and the community are protected against vaccine-preventable diseases. The Australian Immunisation Handbook lists the immunisations recommended for health care workers.

How To Apply

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