• Job Description

  Req#: 1120383

  The role:

  The Medical Scientist primarily works within the Core Laboratory which provides a 24-hours, 7 days a week diagnostic service in Clinical Chemistry, Haematology, Coagulation and Blood Bank.

  Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

  Position Features:

  Located in the Core Laboratory which provides a 24-hour, 7 day a week diagnostic service in Clinical Chemistry, Haematology, Coagulation and Blood Bank

  Details of Appointment

  Permanent, full time, shift-worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible

  *notwithstanding hours may be negotiated with the successful applicant

  • Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time and part time vacancies.

  Salary:

  $71,441 - $107,878 pro-rata, per annum. Our Employer 11% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

  You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.

  In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:

  • Professional Development Allowance of up to $500 per annum
  • Salary range is in accordance with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement

  Eligibility:

  Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:

  • Satisfactory completion of an appropriate allied health professional course of study at a recognised tertiary institution and registered with the relevant Board or, in the case of unregulated professions, eligible for membership of the relevant professional association.

  The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre‑employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted:

  1. Conviction checks in the following areas:

  1. crimes of violence
  2. sex related offences
  3. serious drug offences
  4. crimes involving dishonesty

  1. Identification check
  2. Disciplinary action in previous employment check.

  How to Apply

  Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen. This ensures important questions about you are answered.

  You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties.

  Please note:

  • We do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.
  • All attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
  • Referee details are submitted as part of the online application so make sure you have the contact details of two referees before applying.

  Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

  We encourage you to review the Applicant Guide, Statement of Duties, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and selection criteria.

  Statement of Duties

  • Medical Scientist - Core Laboratory PDF
  • Medical Scientist - Core Laboratory WORD

  Applicant Guide

  • Department of Health - Applicant Guide PDF
  • Department of Health - Applicant Guide WORD

  For more information contact:

  Simon Handley

  Scientist in Charge - Biochemistry
  Phone: (03) 6166 8199
  simon.handley@ths.tas.gov.au

  Important information

  The email account you provide when submitting job applications will be used in correspondence to you. It is important that this is kept up to date and monitored regularly.

  To update your email address (or contact number), log in to www.jobs.tas.gov.au and look for “Existing applicant login” where you can update your details

  The Department of Health values workforce diversity and recognises the value each person offers which is shaped by their unique characteristics, background, experiences, knowledge, skills, values and perspectives.

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