Genetic Counsellor- Level 4 - Wagga Wagga

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time or Part Time (from 20 May 2024 until 18 August 2024)
Position Classification: Genetic Counsellor - Level 4
Remuneration: $117,544.00 - $120,393.00 per annum, pro rata (+ super + 17.5% leave loading where applicable)
Hours per Week: up to 38
Requisition ID: REQ486072
Applications Close: 24 May 2024
Vaccination Category: A

Outstanding Experience. Infinite Opportunities.

Here in the Riverina, we treasure your skills and experience and we’re ready to roll out the red carpet to welcome you to town.

We’ve prepared oodles of goodies to help you move and settle in, including:

• Salary packaging up to $20,600 per annum tax free for living expenses! Take advantage of novated leasing a new car!
• Relocation assistance and accommodation support considerations
• Subsidised gym and leisure centre membership for you and your family
• Free confidential counselling services for you and your family

Craving a fresh start somewhere new and actually interesting? Join the incredible team in the Murrumbidgee District. Jump in at a comfort level that suits you: from state-of-the-art hospital that will remind you of the city, to small multi-disciplinary health facility where you literally get to do it all. No matter where you choose, your learning will be nurtured and you’ll be well supported to operate at the top of your scope.

And don’t worry - there are already oodles of young people here to welcome you: at work, in local clubs, at the pub, and down at the river!

There’s heaps to show your family when they come to visit, which is a breeze - you’ll be central to Sydney, Melbourne and Canberra. (You can always pop home for the weekend on a quick flight if you find a break in your social calendar!)

Want to know more about the community of Wagga Wagga? Visit us here.

About Your Role

An exciting opportunity exists for a genetic counsellor at the Wagga Wagga Base Hospital. The genetic counsellor works with metropolitan geneticists to provide clinical genetic services to patients across the MLHD. The position provides a genetic counselling service for both familial cancer and general genetic conditions. 

*This is a temporary position to cover leave over 7 weeks. Part time/ full time, and virtual cover considered. 

Please contact Michelle Stewart on 0477 322 406 or Michelle.Stewart3@health.nsw.gov.au for any clinical questions or Duncan McMaster 0428 293 799 for the Hiring Manager.

Learn more about the role and requirements here.

Upgrade Your Career and Lifestyle at MLHD

Your application will require you to include a resume and cover letter outlining your skills and experience and why you are a good fit for this position.

Go on, you’ve earned it a promotion, a world-class workplace, inspiring colleagues, award-winning staff and patient programs - all wrapped up in a rich tapestry of cultural treasures. Contact Duncan McMaster, Acting Allied Health and Ambulatory Care Manager on 02 5943 2450 or Duncan.McMaster@health.nsw.gov.au for a confidential chat.

New applicants must have completed the COVID-19 Primary vaccination course prior to commencement with NSW Health or provide an approved medical contraindication certificate. Should a medical contraindication certificate be provided, ongoing employment post certificate expiry is conditional to meeting COVID-19 vaccination requirements. 

MLHD is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including Aboriginal People and people from racial, ethnic, or ethno-religious minority groups and people with disability.