- Darlinghurst & Westmead location
- Full Time & Part-Time opportunities
- Not-for-profit world class centre of excellence in dermatology
- Start Date : ASAP
Since opening over forty years ago, The Skin Hospital has gained a reputation as a centre of excellence in clinical management of skin diseases. We operate across two purpose built and accredited sites in Sydney, offering over 20 specialty skin clinics and access to over 50 dermatologists. As a registered education institution, we estimate that over 95% of NSW dermatologists have spent time training with us, and we currently train more dermatologists than any other institution in Australia. At The Skin Hospital, we are committed to the advancing the treatment and cures for skin diseases and have an internationally recognised Research and Clinical Trials team who are at the forefront of their field.
About the role:
We currently have an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Technical Officer – Mohs to join our Darlinghurst and Westmead team on a full-time (5 days per week) basis or part-time basis (3 days a week). The primary objective of the position is for the reception, preparation, performance, processing of tests and technical work, with particular reference to Moh’s Micrographic Surgery. This will include maintenance of a quality service via performance, documentation and adherence to the quality control system in place. This position will also support with clinical stock management and other duties as directed. The role reports to the Deputy Director of Nursing.
What we are looking for:
To be successful, ideally your experience will have been gained in the health sector, including:
- Have excellent skills in frozen sectioning service and microtome cutting
- Demonstrate competence in staining methods for frozen sections, both by hand and/or automated,
- Have a high attention to detail and a collaborative approach to your work
- Be equipped to provide support to doctors and nurses to assist them to fulfill their clinical services.
Essential Criteria
- Experience in cryostat frozen sectioning techniques is essential, however the right combination of general anatomical pathology experience, skills, personality and reliability is sought.
- Have experience at cutting tissue sections using a cryostat desirable;
- Have previous experience in routine histopathology;
- Hold the Associate Diploma in Health Sciences (Medical Technology) or equivalent
- Have good communication and organisational skills;
- Have the ability to work well both individually and within a team environment
- Be available to work between the hours of 7am – 6pm Monday to Friday.
Interested?
Apply now! We are a not-for-profit company, which allows us to offer competitive salary packaging options. Our Darlinghurst facility is close to public transport and our operating hours are between 7.00am and 5.30pm Monday to Friday. For any other queries, please contact careers@skinhospital.edu.au
Note:
- Applications will be reviewed and processed as they are received, therefore early applications are favourable.
- To ensure the quality and safety for our patients, staff and visitors, applicants will be required to provide before commencement a current proof of identity, and proof of immunity to infectious diseases (including COVID-19).
- You must currently reside in Australia and have the right to live and work in Australia to be eligible to apply
