Laboratory Scientist - Pathology

Classification: Health Professional Level 2 (PN 24914)

Salary: $91,026 - $108,691 Pro Rata (Plus 12.5% Super)

Location: North Canberra Hospital, Bruce ACT

Section: ACT Pathology NCH Laboratory

Closing Date: 18 October 2026

What can we offer you:

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Competitive pay rates and excellent working conditions within a tertiary hospital.

Salary Packaging with many options that provide full fringe benefits tax concessions.

Flexible working conditions

Access to Employee Assistance Program.

Access to onsite Physiotherapists.

* ACT Pathology Allowance, if applicable as defined in the ACT Public Sector Health Professional Enterprise Agreement, Section C.

About the Role:

Join ACT Pathology and play a vital role in delivering diagnostic services that support patient care across Canberra and the surrounding region. Based at North Canberra Hospital, you will be part of a professional and collaborative laboratory team providing essential testing services around the clock. ACT Pathology delivers trusted diagnostic and consultative expertise to hospitals, specialists, general practitioners and the wider community, making a direct contribution to healthcare outcomes every day.

We are looking for a motivated Laboratory Scientist who combines technical expertise with strong organisational and communication skills. You will be adaptable, solutions-focused and committed to maintaining high professional standards in a fast-paced environment. The successful applicant will be confident working both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, building positive relationships while responding effectively to changing service demands.

Working across Clinical Chemistry, Haematology, Coagulation and Transfusion Medicine, you will perform diagnostic testing, prepare and process specimens, maintain laboratory instrumentation and contribute to quality assurance activities. You will also support the development of junior staff, participate in laboratory rotations, and contribute to a continuous 24/7 service through rostered shift work, including nights and weekends. This is an excellent opportunity to broaden your experience in a diverse laboratory setting while helping ensure accurate and timely results for clinicians and patients.

Pathology allowance may apply, if applicable as defined in the ACT Public Sector Health Professional Enterprise Agreement, Section C. The pathology allowance ranges from $5,581 - $8,759 p.a.

For more information regarding the position duties click here for the Position Description.

Please note prior to commencement successful candidates will be required to:

Undergo a pre-employment National Police Check.

Comply with Canberra Health Services Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination policy.

To Apply:

Please apply online by submitting a copy of your CV along with a 2-page Response to the Selection Criteria, listed in the Position Description.

\\\Please note applications submitted via an agency will not be accepted for this position\\\

Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary and community‐based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding region. More information can be found on the CHS website.

Our Vision: creating exceptional health care together

Our Role: to be a health service that is trusted by our community

Our Values: Reliable, Progressive, Respectful and Kind

CHS is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply.

If you would like further information regarding this opportunity, please see the full contact details and how to apply on the CHS Careers Page.