Title: Quality Scientist Officer - Pathology
Box Hill, VIC, AU, 3128
Quality Scientific Officer
- Permanent Full Time | Grade 2 | Pathology
- Box Hill Hospital | Close to cafes, public transport and shops
- Experience career progression at a values-based organisation
Eastern Health
Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services and have a proud history of serving a diverse community.
Our Employee Value Proposition is “Being a part of Eastern Health means belonging to a welcoming team of healthcare experts”.
This statement aligns with our promise to our communities, patients, consumers and staff that we will be HEALTHIER TOGETHER. Bolder than a vision for the future, our promise calls us to action. We know that working together is the only way we can achieve what is necessary for a healthier future.
About the role
The Quality Scientist supports the Associate Director of Quality & Patient Safety (ADQPS), Pathology, in implementing and maintaining the Pathology Quality System to meet ISO15189, NPAAC standards, and other relevant quality frameworks.
The Quality Scientist will assist with quality improvement, quality assurance and accreditation related activities and support the ADQPS, ensuring Eastern Health laboratories, point of care sites and collection centres comply with ISO 15189 and all other accreditation requirements including but not limited to, National Association of Testing Authorities (NATA), National Pathology Accreditation Advisory Council (NPAAC), National Safety and Quality Health Standards (NSQHS) standards, Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia (RCPA), and Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) guidelines, as well as legislative and organisational quality frameworks. This role will be based at Box Hill Hospital with travel to the other site.
About you
To be successful in this role you should possess:
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Bachelor of Applied Science (Medical Laboratory Scientist) or recognised equivalent
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At least 5 years of pathology laboratory scientist experience and/or extensive experience in a quality role within human pathology.
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Extensive experience using quality management software e.g. IQM (formerly Q-Pulse), Riskman or similar software
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An understanding of ISO 15189, NATA and NPAAC guidelines
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Strong organisational and communication skills
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Excellent attention to detail and ability to function well in a team environment.
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Demonstrated IT skills including Laboratory Information Systems.
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Knowledge of a Diagnostic Pathology Laboratory and its associated NATA/NPAAC requirements.
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Ability to prioritise competing demands and meet deadlines
Experience in the following will be highly regarded:
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Previous experience as a NATA assessor for medical testing
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Membership of a Pathology professional society.
Healthcare workers are strongly recommended to follow COVID vaccination recommendations provided in the Australian Immunisation handbook (based on ATAGI advice). Seasonal vaccination against influenza is a mandatory requirement of this role and an offer is conditional on this being up to date prior to employment.
What we offer
Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!
- Diverse and engaging career opportunities
- Friendly & supportive team
- Flexible working hours
- Salary packaging options
- Career progression in our teaching hospitals
Next Steps
Apply online if you feel we are a good match, you have the skills and qualities to make a difference, and are eligible to work in Australia.
We review all applications when we receive them, and we notify unsuccessful candidates.
If you are shortlisted, we will be in touch to arrange an interview, and you must complete a National Police Check (which we will pay for). We will notify unsuccessful candidates.
Good to know:
- We are an equal opportunity employer and actively promote equality for people of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and for people living with disability – within the communities we serve and our Eastern Health team.
- We provide a culturally safe and welcoming environment for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander employees.
- As a child-safe organisation, we ensure child safety and wellbeing is embedded in our everyday culture.
- Vaccination and screening for immunity to vaccine-preventable disease is a mandatory requirement of this role.
- Advertising may end before the closing date.
- We do not accept recruitment agency application
If you are a current Eastern Health employee please ensure you log in with your internal Eastern Health account to apply for this or other roles.
Contact Person: Joanne Wiid or Tania Marsden
Contact Number: 9895 3145 or 9895 3477
Contact Email: joanne.wiid@easternhealth.org.au or tania.marsden@easternhealth.org.au
Job Posting End Date: 16/5/25
Need help submitting your application?
Just contact the Hiring Manager in the advertisement or call the Talent Acquisition Team on (03) 9955 7555 (Option 1) | Medical Workforce Unit on (03) 9895 3469. [TA for Non Medical roles, MWU for Medical roles]
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