At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and manage laboratory operations, ensuring high-quality diagnostic services.
- Company: Join a respected private pathology organisation known for clinical excellence.
- Benefits: Supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative team culture focused on quality and safety standards.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on patient outcomes while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Degree in Medical Laboratory Science and 5+ years in clinical pathology.
The predicted salary is between 81000 - 99000 $ per year.
KE Select - Scientific & Medical Recruitment Specialists – Newcastle NSW
KE Select is proud to be partnering with a well-established and highly regarded private pathology organisation with a strong presence across New South Wales.
Recognised for its commitment to clinical excellence, quality diagnostics and exceptional patient care, this organisation has built a reputation for delivering reliable pathology services to healthcare professionals and the communities they support.
This pathology service provider has an established laboratory network and a strong focus on medical leadership, the organisation offers a supportive, professional environment where experienced scientists can make a meaningful contribution to laboratory operations and patient outcomes.
The Company
KE Select is proud to be partnering with a well-established and highly regarded private pathology organisation with a strong presence across New South Wales.
Recognised for its commitment to clinical excellence, quality diagnostics and exceptional patient care, this organisation has built a reputation for delivering reliable pathology services to healthcare professionals and the communities they support.
This pathology service provider has an established laboratory network and a strong focus on medical leadership, the organisation offers a supportive, professional environment where experienced scientists can make a meaningful contribution to laboratory operations and patient outcomes.
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced and motivated
Laboratory Manager to oversee laboratory operations across the Gateshead and Maitland locations within the Newcastle region.
Reporting directly to the Regional Manager, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Medical Scientist or established Laboratory Manager who enjoys combining hands-on technical expertise with operational leadership and team development.
You will play a key role in maintaining high standards of laboratory performance, supporting your team and ensuring the delivery of accurate, timely and quality diagnostic services.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the day-to-day operations of the laboratory, ensuring efficient workflows and high standards of service delivery.
- Provide technical expertise across multiple disciplines, including Haematology, Coagulation, Biochemistry, Blood Bank/Transfusion and Microbiology.
- Lead, mentor and develop laboratory staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
- Coordinate staff rostering, workload allocation and laboratory resources.
- Maintain compliance with quality management systems, workplace health and safety requirements and relevant accreditation standards.
- Work closely with pathologists, senior management and other key stakeholders to support operational and clinical objectives.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring exceptional service delivery.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will ideally bring
- A degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Medical Science or a recognised AIMS-equivalent qualification.
- A minimum of five years' experience as a Senior Medical Scientist within a clinical pathology environment. Ideally within a hospital environment
- Strong technical knowledge across Haematology, including blood film morphology, Coagulation, Biochemistry, Blood Bank and Microbiology.
- Experience with blood banking and emergency transfusion protocols.
- Previous experience in laboratory leadership, staff supervision or operational coordination.
- Sound understanding of NATA, NPAAC, ANZSBT and laboratory quality and safety requirements.
- Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.
- Confidence using Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) and Microsoft Office applications.
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