Medical Laboratory Scientist – Veterinary Pathology

At SASH our culture aspiration is to create a safe and motivating workplace where people go the extra mile for each other. As an organisation, we are aspiring to cultivate this by bringing onboard like-minded people who share the same aspirations and want to make SASH the best place to work. We have an exciting opportunity for a full-time Medical Laboratory Scientist to join our close-knit team and to help us achieve our goals.

About SASH:

The Small Animal Specialist Hospital (SASH) was established 14 years ago. Our North Ryde headquarters is the largest veterinary referral facility in the southern hemisphere. SASH also has two other hospitals, SASH Central Coast and our newest facility in Adelaide opened late 2021. Our core purpose is to help pets and their families live their best life and we have the privilege of caring for over 20,000 pets and their families each year.

With the recent and continuous growth of the business, our pathology department has identified the need to expand our team to better service the needs of the business. We have an opportunity for someone looking for a Medical Laboratory Scientist position in a supportive, dynamic, and hardworking team.

 
About the Role:

We have an opportunity for a Medical Laboratory Scientist to be part of SASH’s team in Sydney. This role is responsible for managing and delivering day-to-day activities of the pathology department across the hospital.
Further to this you will be involved in but not limited to the following:

• Providing input into the design and fit-out of our hospital laboratory
• Maintaining and operating laboratory equipment including haematology and clinical chemistry analysers
• Reviewing, interpreting, and reporting blood film morphology across a variety of species
• Processing samples for urinalysis / serology / cytology / histology grossing
• Completion of clinical records including high quality and prompt communication with SASH clinicians
• Developing and maintaining standard pathology protocols
• Participation in the compliance, development, and maintenance of WHS systems, policies, and procedures.
• Ensuring appropriate invoicing for services provided

About You:

We are looking for someone who is interested in learning and growing in their role and prepared to go the extra mile to make SASH a great place to work and be the best provider of specialist veterinary care to our patients and their families, so they can live their best life. To be successful, you will have:

• Bachelor degree in Science/Medical Laboratory Science or an equivalent qualification, with subjects relevant to pathology
• At least 5 years’ experience working in a multi-disciplinary laboratory setting
• Experience with the operation and maintenance of automated haematology and clinical chemistry analysers
• Experience with blood film morphology reporting
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent computer and numeracy skills with strong attention to detail
• Demonstrated an ability to work with minimal supervision
• Current drivers’ licence

Desirable:

• Advanced knowledge of laboratory information systems
• Demonstrated understanding of quality systems including NATA accreditation
• Experience in veterinary pathology

What’s in it for You?

The animal health care industry is extremely rewarding, and our entire team works together to make a difference in our community. You will be joining a fast-paced environment, working with fabulous team of committed people.

• Competitive salary packaging
• Learn and be challenged by some of the best in the industry
• SASH paid parental leave for ALL new parents
• Inclusive team where equality is not negotiable
• Excellent work life balance
• Supportive leaders, committed to your learning and development
• Collaborative team environment with flexible working arrangements
• Team member discount on veterinary services

If you want to join a positive team with a great culture and build an exceptional pathology laboratory, please click through to apply for the role.

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