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Medical Scientist
Salary:
HSO Level P1 $88,411 - $119,660 per annum pro rata
Location:
Osborne Park
Unit/Division:
PathWest Laboratory Medicine WA > Regional Services - Osborne Park
Work Type:
Permanent - Part Time
Position No:
00002804
Closing Date:
2026-02-06 4:00 PM
Attachments:

Applicant Information Package.pdf
JDF 00002804 Medical Scientist P1 RSS Osborne Park 28-10-2025.pdf
Job Application Information Sheet.pdf

Vacancy Reference No. CRVCID 716077

This is a Permanent Part Time appointment at 41.8 hours per fortnight

We have 2 Part time 0.55FTE positions to fill at our Osborne Park site. 
The position is to fill a specific roster below:
• Week 1: 2 x 4.5hr shift (1530-2000) & 1 x 5hours shift (1500-2000); Week 2: 5 x 5.5hrs shift (3x 0900-1530 & 2 x 1430-2000). 
• Successful candidates would also be expected to participate in the on-call and weekend roster and be expected to be able to reach the hospital within 30 mins.

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: Applies prescribed procedures and techniques in the examination of Haematology, Biochemistry, Microbiology and Transfusion Medicine specimens within a multi-disciplinary Branch laboratory.
Applies modern principles and practices to contribute to the development of improved processes and procedures for the examination of pathology specimens.

To find out more about the role: Katie Lindsay, Operations Manager on 0488 776 032

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.

This position is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at:
https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au

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 (It is preferable for one of your referees to be your current supervisor or manager), and
  • A cover letter (maximum two pages) outlining your experience, skills and abilities as they relate to the position.
  • A statement of x-x pages/ of not more x 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.

Position Title
Medical Scientist

Agency
PathWest Laboratory Medicine WA
Salary
HSO Level P1 $88,411 - $119,660 per annum pro rata
Location
Osborne Park
Unit/Division
PathWest Laboratory Medicine WA > Regional Services - Osborne Park
Work Type
Permanent - Part Time
Position No.
00002804
Closing Date
2026-02-06 4:00 PM
Position Title
Medical Scientist

Location
Osborne Park
Work Type
Permanent - Part Time
Position No.
00002804
Salary
HSO Level P1 $88,411 - $119,660 per annum pro rata
Closing Date
2026-02-06 4:00 PM
Description

Vacancy Reference No. CRVCID 716077

This is a Permanent Part Time appointment at 41.8 hours per fortnight

We have 2 Part time 0.55FTE positions to fill at our Osborne Park site. 
The position is to fill a specific roster below:
• Week 1: 2 x 4.5hr shift (1530-2000) & 1 x 5hours shift (1500-2000); Week 2: 5 x 5.5hrs shift (3x 0900-1530 & 2 x 1430-2000). 
• Successful candidates would also be expected to participate in the on-call and weekend roster and be expected to be able to reach the hospital within 30 mins.

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: Applies prescribed procedures and techniques in the examination of Haematology, Biochemistry, Microbiology and Transfusion Medicine specimens within a multi-disciplinary Branch laboratory.
Applies modern principles and practices to contribute to the development of improved processes and procedures for the examination of pathology specimens.

To find out more about the role: Katie Lindsay, Operations Manager on 0488 776 032

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.

This position is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at:
https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au

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 (It is preferable for one of your referees to be your current supervisor or manager), and
  • A cover letter (maximum two pages) outlining your experience, skills and abilities as they relate to the position.
  • A statement of x-x pages/ of not more x 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.

Attachments

Applicant Information Package.pdf
JDF 00002804 Medical Scientist P1 RSS Osborne Park 28-10-2025.pdf
Job Application Information Sheet.pdf


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