Job description
Agency Department of Health Work unit Territory Pathology
Job title Medical Laboratory Scientist Designation Professional 1
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing
Salary $73,100-$93,041 Location Darwin
Position number 46003 RTF 358470 Closing 20/10/2026
Contact Officer Jann Hennessy on 08 8944 1369 or [email protected]
About the agency http://www.health.nt.gov.au/
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=358470

APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR TERTIARY
QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity
The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates people with
disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or job, please discuss
this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go to the OCPE website.

Primary objective
As part of the Territory Pathology professional team, contribute to the provision of a safe, efficient, clinically responsive, comprehensive
diagnostic, analytical and advisory service for Territory Pathology clients in Darwin and surrounds.
Context statement
The position is for a scientist with sound knowledge and skills in clinical microbiology, and developing knowledge in mycobacteriology,
mycology, and/or parasitology. Participate in on-call and shift arrangements as required by the local work unit. The position maps to CLF
4 and 5 in the Northern Territory Public Sector Capability and Leadership Framework document.
Key duties and responsibilities
Under direct supervision, and within current limits of competency, analyse microbiology specimens using a range of technical skills and
laboratory analysers to produce timely and clinically useful results. Perform equipment preventative maintenance and monitor availability
of reagents and consumables currently in use. Authorise results and provide advice in accordance with competency levels. Follow defined
service quality standards, work health and safety policies and procedures relating to the work being undertaken in order to ensure high
quality, safe services and workplaces.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Education and Qualifications: Possession of a degree in Medical Laboratory Science, or equivalent is mandatory
2. Work History: A minimum of 1 year work experience in a Medical Microbiology Laboratory.
Desirable
1. Knowledge and Skills:

- Demonstrated ability to follow documented procedures, in analysing microbiology specimens using a range of technical skills and

laboratory analysers while also developing organisational skills and understanding of workflow efficiencies to become an effective
microbiology team member.





- Demonstrated ability to develop knowledge of the physiological, clinical, pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical

considerations that will form the basis of advice on the clinical significance of microbiology results.

2. Personal Qualities:
• Demonstrated ability to follow the directions of a supervisor and recognise differing work styles of others while realising the impact

of personal behaviour on others, factoring these in when contributing to the development of team plans, strategies and goals,

- Act on constructive feedback, taking personal responsibility for the completion of work tasks and requesting assistance in a timely

manner to deliver quality outcomes.
Further information
Positions may be subject to pre-employment checks such as immunisation requirements, working with children clearance notice and
criminal history checks. A criminal history will not exclude an applicant from this position unless it is a relevant criminal history. For
immunisation requirements - Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances) or Category B (indirect contact with blood or
body substances), check with contact person for requirements.

Approved: 02/10/2026 Steven McCullough, Operations Manager Territory Pathology

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Job description
Agency Department of Health Work unit Territory Pathology
Job title Medical Laboratory Scientist Designation Qualified 2
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing
Salary $95,697- $114,104 Location Darwin
Position number 46003 RTF 358470 Closing 20/10/2026
Contact Officer Jann Hennessy on 08 8944 1369 or [email protected]
About the agency http://www.health.nt.gov.au/
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=358470

APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR TERTIARY
QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity
The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates people with
disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or job, please discuss
this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go to the OCPE website.

Primary objective
As part of the Territory Pathology professional team, contribute to the provision of a safe, efficient, clinically responsive, comprehensive
diagnostic, analytical and advisory service for Territory Pathology clients in Darwin and surrounds.
Context statement




The position is for a scientist with sound knowledge and skills in clinical microbiology, mycobacteriology, mycology, and parasitology.
Participate in on-call and shift arrangements as required by the local work unit. The position maps to CLF 6 in the Northern Territory
Public Sector Capability and Leadership Framework document.
Key duties and responsibilities
Under minimal direct supervision, prioritise and analyse pathology specimens in clinical microbiology using a range of developed technical
skills and laboratory analysers. Authorise results and provide appropriate clinical advice to junior staff and external clients. Perform
equipment preventative maintenance and monitor availability of reagents and consumables in use and initiate ordering as required. Follow
defined service quality standards, work health and safety policies and procedures relating to the work being undertaken to ensure high
quality, safe services, and workplaces. Foster a positive workplace culture through exemplary leadership practices and role modelling
behaviour.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Education and Qualifications: Possession of a degree in Medical Laboratory Science, or equivalent is mandatory.
2. Work History: A minimum of 5 years work experience in a Medical Microbiology Laboratory.

Desirable
1. Knowledge and Skills:

- Demonstrated ability to perform higher level technical procedures and to provide clinically useful commentary on microbiology

results to more junior pathology staff and other health professionals as knowledge of pre-analytical, analytical and post analytical
factors impacting on the provision of clinically useful results develops.

- Demonstrated organisational skills with an understanding of workplace efficiency within a team structure.
- Demonstrated ability to assist with the delivery of training and in active monitoring of stock levels in daily use to initiate ordering

in a timely manner.
2. Personal Qualities:

- Demonstrated ability to operate within boundaries, taking personal responsibility for completion of tasks in a timely manner,

acknowledging personal development needs and demonstrating a commitment to learning and self-development, while providing
timely praise, recognition, constructive feedback.

- Developing ability to recognise under performance in other team members and report it to line supervisors.

Further information
Positions may be subject to pre-employment checks such as immunisation requirements, working with children clearance notice and
criminal history checks. A criminal history will not exclude an applicant from this position unless it is a relevant criminal history. For
immunisation requirements - Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances) or Category B (indirect contact with blood or
body substances), check with contact person for requirements.

📌 Medical Laboratory Scientist (Darwin)
🏢 Department Of Health
📍 Darwin