• Rewarding and collaborative work environment
• Opportunities for training and career development
• Central location close to public transport
• Generous salary packaging benefits
WHO WE ARE
VCS Foundation, trading as the Australian Centre for the Prevention of Cervical Cancer (ACPCC), is a not-for-profit organisation with over 50 years of expertise in prevention of cancer and infectious disease through provision of pathology services, and screening and vaccination registries. Our primary purpose is to support Australia and nations across the Indo-Pacific region to achieve the World Health Organization's global targets for the elimination of cervical cancer.
THE OPPORTUNITY
We are looking for a full-time, experienced Grade 1 Multidisciplinary Scientist for the performance of duties within the Anatomical Pathology Laboratory and Specimen Triage at VCS Pathology. Responsibilities will include but not limited to:
• Perform the daily operations of all areas of the Anatomical Pathology Laboratory and Specimen Triage.
• Assist in the supervision of new staff and professional placement students working within the areas of the laboratory and Specimen Triage.
• Perform Cytopreparation and Histology techniques.
• Receive, identify and triage all specimens delivered to VCS Pathology by mail or courier.
• Prepare samples including ThinPrep, Histology, swabs and conventional slides for laboratory processing.
• Resolve specimen queries in consultation with the Senior Scientists Team
• Identify and triage complex specimens in consultation with the Senior Scientists Team (i.e., Compass follow up, diagnostic versus routine screening, previous gynaecological cancer etc.)
• Develop, document and review of procedures for Cytopreparation and Histology Techniques.
• Develop, document and review of procedures for Specimen Triage area.
• Coordination of storage in compliance with NPAAC requirements.
• Observing safe work practices
• Monitoring of stock levels
• Operation and maintenance of equipment and completion of equipment logs
• Participation in special projects
• Participation in internal and external Quality Assurance activities.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced Multidisciplinary Scientist looking to build their career within a purpose-driven organisation. We are seeking a motivated and committed individual with the following qualifications and experience:
• Tertiary qualification in Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent.
• Knowledge of OH&S requirements for medical laboratories.
• Knowledge of safe handling and storage techniques for Biohazardous materials.
• Strong record keeping and computer skills including familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Familiarity with laboratory regulatory provisions and NATA.
• Experience in laboratory procedures and techniques for the handling tissues, specimens for histology, including gross examination, embedding, sectioning, H/E staining and special staining including immunohistochemistry is desirable.
• Experience in Specimen Reception is desirable.
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and good telephone manner.
• Good time management skills to meet deadlines and workloads within a high-volume workload.
• Previous experience in a pathology laboratory is highly desirable.
WHAT WE ARE OFFERING
The ACPCC offers a competitive remuneration package that includes Not-for-profit salary packaging, 4 weeks of annual leave with leave loading, and opportunities for career development in a highly supportive workplace culture with a genuine passion for excellence. All offers of employment are dependent upon successful completion of the organisation’s pre-employment checks including a National Police Check, professional reference checks and confirmation of COVID-19 vaccination status.
ACPCC promotes a workplace that values Fairness, Integrity, Respect and Excellence.
HOW TO APPLY
If this opportunity sounds like the next step in your career, then we would love to hear from you. Click apply now and upload your resume and cover letter. Applications will be assessed as they are received. Applications close midnight 31 May 2024.