Medical Scientist - Pathology Services

Monash Health exists to reimagine care, so that people can live their best lives. 

We provide safe and equitable care, for every stage of life, delivered with world-leading expertise and over 175 years of experience. 

As a leading academic health service, we're committed to providing tomorrow's care today by integrating research, teaching and training into everyday practice. 

Our team of 24,000 people are full hearted, open minded and all in. Together, we provide more than 250 integrated services for every stage of life at over 50 locations and in the community across south-east Melbourne, Victoria, serving 1.2 million residents in the South Metro Local Health Service Network.

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• Supportive on the job development to grow your career 

• Various additional leave options 

• Based at Monash Medical Centre in Clayton    

Help shape the future of healthcare at Monash Health and embark on a rewarding career where your dedication makes a difference in people’s lives. 

This role involves performing routine diagnostic laboratory tests according to established protocols to support patient care within Monash Health Pathology services. The position works under the supervision of a Principal Scientist and contributes to accurate, timely pathology results. Key aspects include: 

• Laboratory testing: Performing haematology analyses in line with established protocols 

• Morphology expertise: Demonstrated experience in blood film morphology, including identification and reporting of abnormalities 

• Quality & safety: Adhering to quality assurance, control procedures, and safety standards 

• Equipment & processes: Maintaining instruments, handling specimens and escalating abnormal or unexpected results 

• Teamwork & communication: Working collaboratively with laboratory teams and contributing to efficient service delivery 

• Flexibility: Availability for casual rotating roster across haematology services 

About the Department / Program 

• Alfred Health and Monash Health have established a formal partnership to deliver a Shared Pathology Service as one of two pathology networks for metropolitan Melbourne. All roles in the Pathology Programs are working to develop the Partnership and ensure we continue to provide high quality care for the patients across the health services. 

• Monash Health Pathology is an integral part of Monash Health. It is the largest public provider of Pathology services in the state and currently operates 6 laboratories. The largest of these is located at the Monash Medical Centre, Clayton, with additional laboratories located at the Dandenong, Moorabbin, Casey, Victorian Heart Hospital and Wonthaggi Hospitals. There are currently 18 collection locations based within the hospital sites and community settings. Services are provided to the Public and Private sectors, and other laboratory services. 

About the Role 

Join the Monash Health Pathology team as a Medical Scientist Grade 1 within Haematology. In this role, you will work under the guidance of the Principal Scientist and collaborate closely with the broader multidisciplinary laboratory team across the Central Laboratory. 

• The role focuses on delivering high-quality diagnostic services including routine haematology testing and blood film morphology assessment, ensuring accurate and timely results to support patient care. You will perform laboratory testing in accordance with established protocols, carry out quality control procedures, and maintain laboratory equipment and processes. 

• The Medical Scientist is responsible for ensuring the quality and safety of results at the point of care, recognising and escalating abnormal findings and contributing to continuous quality improvement initiatives. 

• This role requires the ability to work both independently and collaboratively, with strong analytical skills, attention to detail  and effective communication. A commitment to professional development, flexibility to work rostered and after hours shifts, and the ability to manage a varied workload in a fast-paced environment are essential. 

• Experience in blood film morphology is highly valued, particularly for the morphology position, supporting accurate interpretation and reporting within haematology services. 

About You 

To be successful in this healthcare role, you will bring the following demonstrated skills, experience, and attributes: 

• Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Medical Laboratory Science) or recognised equivalent is essential 

• Demonstrated experience or strong interest in haematology laboratory testing, including routine analysis and workflows 

• Proven experience in blood film morphology and the ability to accurately identify and interpret abnormal findings (highly regarded) 

• Sound knowledge of laboratory instrumentation, quality control, and quality assurance procedures 

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organisational skills with high attention to detail 

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively liaise with staff at all levels 

• Demonstrated ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet clinical turnaround times 

• Commitment to maintaining professional standards, ongoing learning, and participating in quality improvement initiatives 

• Flexibility to work a casual rotating roster as required 

Why you will love working with us 

Ours is a connected team with strong shared values and an unwavering commitment to excellence. We are a highly skilled, collaborative, and welcoming team where the only limit in your career is you. Upon your appointment, we will provide you with:

• A supportive and cohesive sub-team, working within a larger consumer relations team. 

• Professional development courses, seminars and mentoring. 

• Opportunities for you to use your experience in the role to inform and drive initiatives within the broader units and programs. 

• Salary packaging. 

• Onsite Gym options and ability to join Fitness Passport - your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities. 

A detail-oriented Medical Scientist who performs diagnostic testing in accordance with established protocols, ensuring high standards of quality, safety and accuracy while working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary laboratory team. 

• Perform routine diagnostic laboratory testing in line with protocols 
• Ensure quality, accuracy and safety of all analytical work  
• Operate, maintain and troubleshoot laboratory equipment  
• Record and manage data, specimens and reagents effectively  
• Collaborate with team, support training and continuous improvement 

Our Culture and Values 

At Monash Health, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our culture is inclusive, supportive and future-focused, underpinned by clear values and a commitment to continuous improvement. 

Our teams play a critical role in bringing our new strategy to life, challenging traditional approaches, embracing innovation, and ensuring every appointment reflects our commitment to equity, transparency and excellence. 

You’ll be encouraged to share ideas, contribute to improvement initiatives, and grow alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about what they do. 

We are Full Hearted, Open Minded and All In, enabling excellent service delivery and a positive candidate and employee experience every time. 

We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards.