Scientists (Biochemistry)
Job No:
280553
Location:
Bowen Hills, Brisbane
- Are you seeking a varied and interesting position? This is the opportunity for you!
- Attractive remuneration package plus penalty rates & an outstanding range of benefits!
- Supportive team environment with significant opportunities for career progression!
About the Organisation
Sullivan Nicolaides Pathology is one of the largest pathology practices in Australia, providing comprehensive services to patients and doctors across Queensland and New South Wales. Employing more than 3,000 people, the organization is dedicated to delivering high-quality service.
With many employees enjoying a tenure of over 20 years, Sullivan Nicolaides Pathology delivers its promise of learning, development, and career progression.
Fostering a true culture of support, Sullivan Nicolaides Pathology maintains an open-door policy, ensuring each employee plays a crucial role in patient care and is driven to provide top-quality service.
Sullivan Nicolaides Pathology services the Brisbane metropolitan area and regional areas extending as far north as Cairns and south to Coffs Harbour.
About the Opportunity
Sullivan Nicolaides Pathology is seeking Medical Laboratory Scientists to work full-time in the Manual Endocrinology (RIA) section of their Biochemistry department, based in Bowen Hills. The Biochemistry Department is one of the largest private biochemistry departments in Australia and prides itself on quality and service excellence.
Key responsibilities include:
- Operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting Liaison XL, Immulite, Centaur CP, Kryptor Gold and Beckman Access instruments, as well as manual pipetting of specialised RIA assays.
- Adhering to departmental quality system procedures to uphold laboratory standards in accordance with NATA/ISO accreditation requirements.
- Following standard operating procedures and occupational health and safety policies to ensure the health and safety of everyone in the workplace.
- Working cooperatively with colleagues, referrers, and their patients to assist in the provision of reliable and efficient services.
Key capabilities include:
- Knowledge, skills, and expertise in medical laboratory science, particularly RIA and Immunoassay principles, and the clinical interpretation.
- High attention to detail and excellent organisational skills, enabling you to effectively prioritize your workload and work accurately and efficiently while unsupervised.
- Flexibility to cover all rostered shifts.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively both independently and in teams.
- Initiative and enthusiasm to take on extra duties within the laboratory.
- Ability to follow procedures and policies as stated above.
The section currently operates from 6:00 am to 11:00 pm Monday to Friday and from 6:00 am to 5:00 pm on Saturday and 9am to 6pm on Sunday. Operational hours may be extended in the future.
To be successful in this role, you must have a Bachelor of Science degree or an equivalent qualification. While not essential, previous experience working in pathology, particularly in Biochemistry, will be highly regarded.
Please provide any visa conditions you may have if you are not a permanent resident or citizen of Australia.
Sullivan Nicolaides Pathology is committed to ensuring a healthy work/life balance for all staff. The organisation’s Bowen Hills location offers easy access to public transport.
The high level of service provided by Sullivan Nicolaides Pathology is delivered by dedicated staff, including pathologists, scientists, technicians, laboratory assistants, collection personnel, couriers, computer personnel, pathology services assistants, and other support staff.
Our core values are:
- Committing to service excellence
- Treating each other with respect and honesty
- Demonstrating responsibility and accountability
- Being enthusiastic about continuous improvement
- Maintaining confidentiality
About the Benefits
You will be part of a welcoming team of dedicated health professionals with a focus on patient care. You will develop your skills through ongoing training, providing an avenue for career development and advancement. Moreover, we offer the opportunity to be part of a highly stable industry with significant ongoing growth.
You will receive an attractive salary commensurate with your experience. Graduate to mid-level scientist $64,546 - $92,941 plus super and fantastic benefits, including:
- Fitness Passport – staff have access to discounted gym memberships at any gym of their choice participating within the Fitness Passport agreement.
- Parental and Adoption Leave – SNP staff receive 12 weeks of paid parental leave and adoption leave as per our current CWA
- Employee Assistance Program – a free, confidential and voluntary counselling service provided as a resource to employees of SNP, as well as immediate family, with the aim of assisting with the resolution of personal and work-related problems which may affect the quality of life or work performance.
- Private Health Insurance – staff have access to discounted private health insurance through BUPA, HCF and Medibank Private.
- Pathology Services – staff and their immediate family (their children, partners and parents) have access to bulk billed Pathology Services.
- X-Ray Services – staff have access to bulk billed X-Ray and other diagnostic imaging through Queensland X-Ray.
- Smoke-Free Environment Policy - All SNP premises are smoke-free. There are no designated smoking areas on SNP premises.
This is your chance to join a leading pathology company and enjoy outstanding benefits! Don't miss out – APPLY NOW!
Please note: applications close Sunday, 13th October, 2024.