Vacancy Reference No.
CRVCID 715435
This is a 4 month Fixed Term Full
Time appointment for 76 hours per fortnight with the possibility of
extension(s) and/or permanency. Vacancy is due to commence
09/03/2026.
WA Health is committed to growing the
Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA Health’s Aboriginal Workforce
Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the
Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this
position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to
apply.
About
PathWest: With over 2,600 employees across an
extensive range of pathology and support services, PathWest
Laboratory Medicine WA is committed to providing excellence and
innovation in pathology testing, teaching and research. We offer a
round-the-clock commitment to the health needs of the entire WA
community through our laboratory facilities, collection centres,
results lines and on-call clinicians. Our pathology services cover
the broadest range of routine, complex and rare tests, and our
active teaching, research and pathology development programs assist
not only in enhancing diagnostic accuracy but also in improving the
understanding of disease processes and of clinical care. To learn
more about PathWest and our services please click here.
About the
role:
We are seeking a Medical Scientist in Charge who will serve
as the primary source of expert scientific advice and education
in Coagulation for tertiary teaching hospitals, general and
specialist hospitals, regional service laboratories, and all
referrers of diagnostic haematology samples.
The role applies contemporary management practices to ensure
the efficient operation of Coagulation laboratories in
accordance with quality standards and the needs of a diverse
client base.
This position also provides strong staff leadership to
support the development and maintenance of client-focused
laboratories that consistently operate to best‑practice
standards.
To find out more about the
role: Please contact Tracy Dixon
on 08 6383 4014.
For the full duties and
role requirement: Please see the attached Job
Description Form.
WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of
discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace
diversity and strongly encourage applications from people from
culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.
Eligibility to
Apply: To be eligible for appointment, applicants
must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be
an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live
and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent
appointments).
Other
Conditions: WA Health engages staff in
positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require
applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity
checking as part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking
a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you may also be
required to undertake a working with children check (if required
for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment. We may ask
referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of
ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not
necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part
of the appointment process.
Please note this recruitment process requires completion of
satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA). Any
offer of employment with PathWest is conditional on satisfactory
PEHA to ensure you are able to perform the inherent requirements of
the position. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of
employment being withdrawn.
Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the
above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar"
vacancies throughout the health service. In addition to this,
should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised
vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected
from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period
of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses
the recruitment decision. These can be Permament or Fixed Term Full
Time with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.
What we
offer: In addition to the great salary our
employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include:
- Access to generous salary packaging arrangements.
Including:
- Up to $9010 on a range of benefits such as
mortgage, your rent or other everyday living
expenses
- Up to $2650 on meal entertainment, holiday
accommodation and venue hire
- Access to novated leasing to use pre-tax dollars
for a car and related expenses
- 12% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your
choice. For further information
click here.
- Diverse and inclusive culture
- Professional Development Opportunities and Study
leave/assistance
- Flexible working arrangements
- Flexible leave arrangements
- Wellness support including discounted gym membership
- Continuous learning
- Professional and location-based allowances
PathWest supports flexible working practices and consideration
will be given to flexible work options, where operationally
appropriate.
Application
Instructions: Your ability to meet
the work- related requirements will be assessed throughout the
recruitment process. Please apply online by clicking on the
“Apply for Job” button and submit:
- A current comprehensive CV including the contact
details of two referees
- A statement of 2-3 pages addressing the selection
criteria found in the Job Description Form
Your ability to meet the work- related requirements will be
assessed throughout the recruitment process.
If you experience difficulties while applying online, please
contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance
during business hours.
Lodgement is system
generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm on the closing date
will not be accepted.
LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS
WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
