Traineee Medical Laboratory Scientist
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- Hospital Scientist (Scientific Officer)
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- NSW Health Pathology
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- REQ646223 Requisition #
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time for 12 months
Position Classification: Trainee Hospital Scientist
Remuneration: $43,045.75 - $73,182.53 per annum plus superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ646223
Location: Sutherland Hospital
Applications Close: 6 April 2026 - 11:59pm
About the opportunity
NSW Health Pathology are seeking Trainee Medical Laboratory Scientists to join the team at Sutherland Hospital. This position provides an opportunity for hands-on laboratory work, allowing the successful applicant to gain workplace experience whilst undertaking a TAFE or University pathology-related course.
What you'll be doing
Learn and practise basic laboratory work in a pathology setting in conjunction with completing an approved University program in pathology or laboratory medicine.
This position is suitable for an undergraduate student who is studying part time in a Pathology related university degree course and is only available while the incumbent is still studying in the appropriate course.
Under supervision perform a range of laboratory support and/or specimen reception services and/or collection services, and provide assistance to laboratory staff, to deliver a patient focused service.
What we can offer you
- Financial Benefits - Generous salary packaging options and other fringe benefits
Work-life balance - Up to 12 additional days off per year in addition to Annual Leave
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.
Interested in joining Australia’s largest public pathology service? Apply now by addressing the following questions:
- Current enrolment in a relevant science degree (pathology or medical laboratory science, with subjects relevant to pathology) with a minimum of one year full-time equivalent study to complete.
- Willingness to learn all aspects of the laboratory environment relevant to the laboratory.
- Demonstrated verbal and written communication and consultation skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work co-operatively in a values based team environment to achieve quality outcomes.
- Excellent data entry skills including high attention to detail and data accuracy.
- Awareness of legislation, policies and requirements relevant to a pathology laboratory setting.
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 PD2024_15 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.
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Abigail Elias on Abigail.Elias@health.nsw.gov.au
To learn more about NSWHP please visit “Life at NSW Health Pathology” or connect with us on LinkedIn!
