Microbiology – Pathology Services
Medical Scientist Grade 1, Casual

About the Position:

 
Performing tests means: performing all necessary steps to produce results, assessing the reliability of the results by standard control mechanisms, and authorising the release of the results to requesting clinicians, having regard to the underlying physiology and any advised pathophysiology pertinent to the given samples being tested, according at all times to the requirements of MHP procedure manuals.

• Covers all areas of Microbiology including Serology
• Participation in weekend, Evening and Night shift rosters is required

Essential Experience:

• A bachelor’s degree in science or in applied science, or an equivalent qualification, in an appropriate discipline.
• Perform tests within MHSPS laboratories as assigned by the supervising Principal Scientist, Grade 4 and Grade 3 scientists in a scientifically acceptable and professional manner.
• Experience in Microbiology.

Why Melbourne Health?
Melbourne Health is a values based organisation. A career with us is a rewarding experience, offering great prospects for career diversity and professional advancement. We also offer:
•    Salary Packaging
•    Reward & Recognition Programs
•    Comprehensive  Health & Wellbeing Programs including; staff gym, staff health service,  peer support program and EAP
•    Discounted Staff Parking

All appointments are made subject to satisfactory police records check.

At Melbourne Health we are committed to Aboriginal employment and encourage all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. Karreeta (grow) Yirramboi (tomorrow).

We value a diverse workforce and encourage applications from all culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Melbourne Health is an award winning health care service and is Victoria’s second largest public health service. We provide comprehensive acute, sub-acute, general, specialist medical and mental health services through both inpatient and community based facilities through the following services: The Royal Melbourne Hospital – City Campus, The Royal Melbourne Hospital – Royal Park Campus, NorthWestern Mental Health, RMH Kidney Care Service and Victorian Infectious Diseases Reference Laboratory.
 
Successful applicants will also be required to provide a record of Immune Status to vaccine preventable diseases or evidence of an immunisation assessment prior to commencement.

Enquiries:

Dawn Giltrap         Phone: 9342 8000

Katherine Ryan     Phone: 9342 8000

Applications close: 02/09/2016 

Please apply online attaching current CV and application letter.