This is a Medical Laboratory Scientist role with NSW Health based in Walgett, NSW, AU NSW Health Role Seniority - mid level More about the Medical Laboratory Scientist role at NSW Health Employment Type: Permanent Full Time Position Classification: Scientific Officer Remuneration: $76,378.47 - $108,941.55 per annum plus superannuation Hours Per Week: 38 Requisition ID: REQ632432 Location: Walgett District Hospital Applications Close: 3 February 2026 - 11:59pm About The Opportunity Step into a role where your skills genuinely shape patient care and your career can thrive. NSW Health Pathology is offering a permanent full‑time opportunity for a motivated Medical Laboratory Scientist to join the Walgett District Hospital team. Working in a regional setting means you’ll enjoy variety, autonomy, and the chance to make a meaningful impact every single day. Walgett offers not just professional growth but also financial recognition for rural service. This role attracts a generous rural workforce payment - worth up to $10,000 a year plus super - on top of standard award entitlements, making it an ideal opportunity for someone ready to take the next step in their career. If you're looking for a rewarding role where your expertise matters and your contributions are valued by both the team and the community, we’d love to hear from you. What We Can Offer You This position is eligible for a Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme allowance of up to $10,000 plus super per annum in addition to award entitlements Accrued Days Off in addition to Annual Leave Generous salary packaging options and other fringe benefits Corporate wellbeing programs, including the Fitness Passport Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training with RTO My Health Learning What You'll Be Doing Responsible for delivering a range of operational laboratory activities including the coordination and provisions of scientific and technical training and the ongoing review, development and quality management of laboratory practices to ensure compliance with operational standards and procedures, quality standards and continual process improvement. Interested in joining Australia’s largest public pathology service? Apply now by addressing the following questions: Bachelor Degree or higher degree in Science/Medical Laboratory Science or an equivalent qualification, with subjects relevant to pathology from a recognised tertiary institution Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the delivery of pathology services relevant to the laboratory, including use of Laboratory Information Systems, Patient Systems and Quality Control Systems and computer programs such as Microsoft Office suite Customer focused approach displaying well-developed interpersonal skills and good oral and written communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively with customers, patients and clinical and laboratory staff, along with report writing skills, statistical evaluation of scientific data and the ability to effectively communicate policies and procedures Ability to work in a responsible and efficient manner and to manage competing priorities to meet deadlines Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment while working autonomously to deliver results within specified timeframes and contribute to a range of diagnostic skills relevant to the laboratory Display initiative, problem solving and analytical skills including an ability to apply established principles in a pathology laboratory and investigate and resolve general and complex issues within the laboratory environment Sound understanding of legislation, policies and requirements that impact the laboratory environment including work health and safety and privacy requirements Need more information? Click here for the Position Description Find out more about applying for this position For role related queries or questions contact Sunita Goundar on Sunita.Goundar@health.nsw.gov.au Working Rights This position is a permanent position. To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency. Please note: A person who is not an Australian citizen or a permanent resident is only eligible for temporary employment for a period not longer than the duration of their current visa. New to NSW Health Pathology? The preferred candidate may be required to undergo a functional assessment prior to appointment. Talent Pool If the selection panel identifies more than one suitable candidate for the role, an eligibility list will be created for future permanent full time / part time, temporary and casual vacancies. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion NSW Health Pathology is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We seek to recruit from diverse applicants and create teams with skills, perspectives and experiences that complement each other at work. We welcome suitably qualified applicants regardless of age, ethnicity, socio-cultural background, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity. RuralHealthIncentive Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the NSW Health team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities Delivering operational laboratory activities Quality management Training and development Key Strengths Bachelor Degree in Science/Medical Laboratory Science Laboratory Information Systems ️ Interpersonal and Communication Skills Problem Solving Skills Teamwork ⏰ Time Management A Final Note: This is a role with NSW Health not with Hatch.
