Scientist Grade 2
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Job Description
Job Description:
Part Time Permanent position at 16 hours per week
Evening shift (18:00 02:30) Monday and Tuesday
Fitzroy Location
Excellent benefits including salary packaging
About the Role
You will be responsible for the testing of routine microbiology specimens according to established laboratory procedures and issuing of high quality accurate and timely results relevant to these specimens.
Classifications for this position will range from RY4 RY7 ($94478.80 $106906.80 per annum pro rata)
Duties
When required participate in weekend shifts and on call rosters
Perform bench duties according to documented laboratory procedures in the allocated time frame. Ensure delays and outstanding results are brought to the attention of the laboratory supervisor
Follow laboratory procedures to ensure a safe workplace and utilise personal protection (i.e. gloves Biohazard cabinets) when required
Prioritise work according to clinical urgency and promptly notify critical results to the requesting doctor or to medical microbiologists as specified in laboratory procedures
Provide support to colleagues and assist other team members to ensure all work is completed by the end of the shift
Qualifications Skills and Experience
Bachelor of Science Degree in Microbiology Medical Laboratory or equivalent qualification
Good knowledge of clinical microbiology and its practical applications
Competence in reading and interpreting microbiology cultures and microscopy
Good knowledge of recent advances in clinical microbiology and experience with automated equipment
Specific experience with current laboratory automation (MALDITOF Bruker Vitek 2 Atellica Bactec Fx MGIT)
What we offer
A focus on wellbeing initiatives with regular events and programs
Confidential solutionsfocused 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 Melbournes best cafes public transport and lots of carparks
Discounts and Promotions always available through our Foundation
Culture of continuous improvement
About the Company
St Vincents Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is part of St Vincents Health Australia and a leading teaching research and tertiary health service which employs more than 6000 staff across 18 sites throughout Melbourne. SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services including acute medical and surgical services subacute care medical diagnostics rehabilitation allied health mental health palliative care correctional health and community residential care. SVHM is one of Australias leading Catholic notforprofit healthcare providers.
About the Department
St. Vincents Pathology is an established Approved Pathology Authority (APA) providing a broad range of pathology services to a number of teaching hospitals private hospitals specialists and general practitioners in the community.
The Microbiology laboratory is part of St Vincents Pathology and provides the following services:
General bacteriology microscopy and culture
Identification of organisms and antibiotic susceptibility testing
Mycobacteriology
Mycology
Parasitology
Infectious disease serology
Molecular testing
Environmental testing/ infection control surveillance
Working at St Vincents
St Vincents 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 COVID19. Successful applicants must meet these vaccination requirements. Please contact us if you would like to know more.
Respectfully no agencies please
Closing Date:
14 June 2025 11:59pmReconciliation Action Plan:
At St Vincents we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming safe equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
For further information visit https:// or get in contact at
View Reconciliation Action Plan
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Employment Type
Part-Time
