Lung Function Scientist
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- Western Sydney Local Health District
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- REQ562419 Requisition #
- Advanced respiratory function testing
- Outpatient respiratory health education
- Develop and review lab policies and manuals
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (up to 04/07/25)
Position Classification: Scientific Officer
Remuneration: $37.05 - $52.85 per hour
Hours Per Week: 38 ( Job share may be considered for part time hours)
Location: Blacktown Hospital
Where you'll be working
Blacktown Hospital is situated in a rapidly growing, culturally diverse community, providing modern facilities aimed at enhancing staff experience and patient outcomes.
- State-of-the-art facilities designed for exceptional care.
- Teaching hospital offering university students a rich, supportive experience.
- Dedicated outdoor staff areas with landscaped gardens for well-being.
- Convenient access to Westpoint shopping centre, just a 10-minute walk away.
- Parking options available: onsite parking for a small fee, all-day street parking, and close proximity to Blacktown train station.
Discover more about our workplace culture by watching this short video: Hear from Our Staff.
What you'll be doing
This outpatient, laboratory-based role as a Respiratory Function Scientist involves conducting specialised respiratory tests, supporting patient education, and ensuring high standards of equipment care and laboratory practices. Your responsibilities will also include:
- Performing complex respiratory function tests including spirometry, lung volumes and diffusion studies.
- Educating patients on respiratory health and testing procedures.
- Developing, implementing and reviewing laboratory policies and practice manuals.
- Calibrating, preparing and maintaining testing equipment to high hygiene standards.
- Supporting clinical decision-making through accurate test data and reporting.
How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.
Essential Criteria:
- Qualification: Scientific degree in relevant area
Selection Criteria:
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience in respiratory function testing
- 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 whilst working autonomously to deliver results within specified timeframes set to meet client expectations
- Commitment to the principles of quality management and continuous quality improvement and to identify, develop and implement quality and service improvement activities
Requisition ID: REQ562419
Applications Close: 1st May 2025
Need more information?
- Discover more about the application process.
- Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.
- Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications.
- For inquiries about the role, contact Lachlan Buddle at lachlan.buddle@health.nsw.gov.au
People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/
Blacktown hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a managed waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Blacktown Hospital. This does not apply to staff with a disability parking permit.
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 or a period not shorter than the duration of the advertised position.
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