Senior Medical Laboratory Scientist IC of Section in Port Macquarie

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Senior Hospital Scientist I/C of Section

Remuneration: $121,581.81 - $128,898.29 per annum plus superannuation

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ702206

Location: Port Macquarie Base Hospital

Applications Close: 15 November 2026 - 11:59pm

About The Opportunity

Take the next step in your pathology career with NSW Health Pathology at Port Macquarie Base Hospital. We're looking for an experienced and motivated Senior Medical Laboratory Scientist, In Charge of Section to join our team on a permanent full-time basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to bring your technical expertise and leadership skills to a busy laboratory environment, supporting high-quality diagnostic services and helping guide and develop the team. If you're ready to take on greater responsibility while enjoying everything the beautiful Mid North Coast has to offer, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Be Doing

• Responsible for the management of scientific, technical and support staff, all testing and associated activities and logistics for the assigned laboratory.
• The position oversees the quality, cost and operational integrity of the department, regulatory compliance and accreditation of laboratory services in the department, human resource, business and resource management.

What We Can Offer You

• Financial Benefits - Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme allowance of up to $5,000 plus super per annum in addition to award entitlements, and generous salary packaging options and other fringe benefits.
• Work-life Balance - Up to 12 additional days off per year in addition to Annual Leave (for full-time employees).
• Professional Growth - Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training with RTO My Health Learning.
• Health & Wellbeing - Fitness Passport gym discounts and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and families.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree or higher degree in Science/Medical Laboratory Science or an equivalent qualification, with subjects relevant to pathology from a recognised tertiary institution.
• 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, statistical evaluation of scientific data and the ability to effectively communicate policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated understanding and knowledge of accreditation frameworks, relevant standards and quality systems.
• Demonstrated managerial skills with experience in laboratory operations, administration and budgeting.
• Advanced knowledge of Pathology Laboratory Information Systems including supervision of e-based Quality Management Systems.
• Extensive high level knowledge of working within the relevant section of the laboratory with knowledge of the operation and maintenance of analytical equipment in a pathology laboratory.
• Sound understanding of legislation, policies and requirements that impact the laboratory environment including work health and safety and privacy requirements.

Information for applicants

NSW Health Pathology is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. We value, and welcome all suitably qualified applicants regardless of age, background, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity. NSW Health Pathology is committed to providing accessibility and reasonable accommodations and ensuring our recruitment process is flexible, inclusive, and free from barriers, promoting equal opportunities for all to succeed. Please reach out if you need adjustments. NSW Health Pathology is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce in public health. For Aboriginal candidates, support is available through the Stepping Up website. You must have valid working rights in Australia for the duration of the appointment to be eligible to apply. All workers must meet NSW Health's vaccination and screening requirements before starting employment. See PD2026_004 for more detail. The preferred candidate may be required to undergo a functional assessment prior to appointment. An eligibility list may be created for similar vacancies in the future. We encourage applicants to submit responses that reflect their own experiences and perspectives.

Need more information? For role related queries or questions contact Wayne Griffiths on Wayne.Griffiths3@health.nsw.gov.au. To learn more about NSWHP please visit "Life at NSW Health Pathology" or connect with us on LinkedIn!