• Full Time Position until 3rd August 2025 (80hrs per f/n) + monthly ADOs
• Located at The Alfred, in Prahran
• Maximise your take home salary with salary packaging & novated leasing options!

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• BSc or BAppSc with a major in Microbiology - note: evidence of assessment by the Australian Institute of Medical and Clinical Scientists (or equivalent) is required for overseas qualifications.
• Experience in the performance of diagnostic Microbiology testing, including specimen set-up culture reading and interpretation.
• Good attention to detail.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to function well in a team environment.
• Ability to organise own work to ensure time frames are met.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Alfred Health’s Microbiology Department has a temporary full-time position for a qualified Medical Laboratory Scientist. Based at The Alfred hospital, your role will be to perform microbiology testing according to documented laboratory protocols within acceptable time frames. You would be required to participate in all shift rosters, including evenings, weekends and overnight. To be successful for this role you will need to have experience performing diagnostic Microbiology tests, have excellent attention to detail, good communication skills and ability to function well in a team environment.

DUTIES

• Perform all routine laboratory tests without supervision (after a suitable training period).
• Perform other duties as directed.
• Be familiar with the use, care and maintenance of laboratory equipment used for routine procedures.
• Participate in internal and external quality control programs.