Hospital (Respiratory) Scientist

at  Western Sydney Local Health District

• Monthly Paid ADO, extra to annual leave (Full-time staff only).
• Reduce taxable income & boost take-home pay with Salary Packaging.
• Prior relevant service may be considered toward commencing salary
  The respiratory function scientist conducts complex tests, educates patients, develops policies, and maintains equipment hygiene in an outpatient lab.
  Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (Up to 21/03/2025)
  Position Classification: Scientific Officer
  Remuneration: $35.78 - $51.04 per hour
  Hours Per Week: 38 (Job Share may be considered for part time hours)
  Location: Westmead

The respiratory function scientist is an outpatient laboratory-based role to:
Provide complex testing of respiratory function in patients with (or suspected of having) respiratory dysfunction, including spirometry and measurement of lung volumes, diffusion capacity, airway reactivity, allergic responses, exercise capacity and responses to hypoxia.
Actively participate patient education, relevant to the speciality, of outpatients.
Actively participate in the development, implementation and evaluation of policies and practices relevant to the specialty, including regular revision and development of the laboratory policy & Practice Manuals .
Calibration and preparation of equipment used in performing respiratory function tests
Maintain equipment and accessories to optimum hygiene standards