Medical Scientist
- Join the expanding Eastern Health Pathology service as a Medical Scientist.
- Work in Haematology and Transfusion Laboratory Medicine with a rotating roster.
- Enjoy benefits like salary packaging and professional development opportunities.
Medical Scientist - Grade 1: Haematology/Transfusion
- Temporary Full Time | Until December 2027 | Monthly day off
- Working in Haematology / Transfusion
- Generous Salary Packaging Available
Eastern Health is one of Victoria's largest public health services. As a values-led, integrated service united by our Healthier Together promise, we deliver high-quality care, support and service to a broad and diverse community across Melbourne’s east and beyond.
About the role
Come join us in our expanding Eastern Health Pathology service.
We are looking for an enthusiastic Medical Scientist with Majors in Haematology and/or Transfusion Laboratory Medicine to join our team.
The successful candidate will be working in Haematology; including Morphology and Coagulation, along with Blood Bank. This role involves a 24/7 rotating roster, including participation in the on-call roster.
You will mainly be based at Box Hill Hospital; however, you may be expected to work an odd shift at our other campuses based at Maroondah or Angliss Hospital.
What you’ll bring
To be successful in this role you will possess:
- Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent
- Majors in Haematology and/or Transfusion Laboratory Medicine would be highly regarded
- Highly developed interpersonal skills
- Attention to detail
- A strong commitment to high-quality care
- Has the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Can work independently and as part of a team
- The ability to work as part of a diverse team
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
What we offer
Being part of Eastern Health means belonging to a welcoming team of healthcare experts. We offer a range of benefits including:
- Investment in your career through continuous learning, mentoring, professional development, and opportunities to progress into specialist, leadership or advanced practice pathways.
- Work-life balance with flexible working arrangements, study and professional development leave, and leave purchasing options.
- Wellbeing support through fitness programs, confidential employee assistance services for you and your family, and 24/7 access to a range of support resources.
- Financial incentives to help you make the most of your earnings, including salary packaging through Maxxia, novated leasing options, and employee discounts on health insurance, banking and more.
Interested in joining us?
If this opportunity feels like the right fit for you, we'd encourage you to apply and share what you can bring to the role.
You must be eligible to work in Australia. Applications are reviewed as they are received, so we encourage early applications as the advertisement may close prior to the closing date.
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to arrange an interview, and all applicants will be advised of the outcome of their application. Appointment to this position is subject to a satisfactory National Police Check, compliance with mandatory vaccination requirements, including annual influenza vaccination, and evidence of immunity to vaccine-preventable diseases where required.
Click here to view our Candidate Guide and learn more about our recruitment process.
Our commitments
- We are an equal opportunity employer and actively promote equality for people of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and for people living with disability across the communities we serve and within our Eastern Health team.
- We provide a culturally safe and welcoming environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees.
- As a child-safe organisation, we ensure child safety and wellbeing is embedded in our everyday culture.
- We are shaping a culture that delivers exceptional care for our community, and an exceptional experience for all the people who make it possible.
Please click here for the Position Description
Contact Person: Anna Bousounis
Contact Number: 0409 314 636
Contact Email: anna.bousounis@easternhealth.org.au
Job Posting End Date: 18/10/2026
Need help submitting your application?
Contact the person listed in the advertisement above for any queries related to the role or for any adjustments you may require during the recruitment process.
Or contact our Talent Acquisition team for support on (03) 9955 7555 (option 1) or talentacquisition@easternhealth.org.au for any assistance with your application.
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