Quality Manager/Senior Respiratory Scientist

Bayside Health

Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland. We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between. More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focused on providing exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive. Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January 2026.

• Fixed-Term Part Time (32 hrs/fn)
• Medical Scientists Grade 4
• Located at The Alfred
• Great staff benefits!

The Department

The Physiology Service (incorporating the Lung Function Laboratory and Home Oxygen Service), Respiratory Medicine at the Alfred is one of the largest in Victoria, performing a comprehensive range of physiological assessments using state-of-the-art equipment.

The Role

We currently have a fixed-term, part time Senior Respiratory Scientist position (2 days per week) available. The successful applicant will be responsible for developing, maintaining and coordinating the day to day quality activities of the Physiology Service, and assist the Laboratory Manager in day to day operations. 

The applicant must be available to work Mondays, the second day can be negotiated, though Tuesdays is preferred.

Experience and Qualifications Required

As a Grade Four Scientist, the successful applicant will hold a Bachelor of Science/Applied Science or equivalent and the ANZSRS CRFS credential. The applicant will have a minimum of 10 years’ clinical experience in respiratory physiology with a detailed and comprehensive knowledge of respiratory physiology measurement and associated quality activities.  Demonstrated experience in laboratory management activities is required. 

Staff Benefits

• Salary packaging & novated leasing through Maxxia
• Onsite car & bike parking opportunities, deducted pre-tax!! *subject to availability
• Access for you and your family to an extensive network of health and fitness facilities through Fitness Passport membership
• Enjoy excellent onsite fitness facilities at The Alfred via ProSport (pre-tax memberships)
• Childcare services at The Alfred managed by KU Children’s Services

If applicable, please specify specific requirements that you require in your cover letter or CV.

The cover letter must demonstrate how you meet the required qualifications and experience as documented in the position description.

Enquiries may be directed to Brigitte Borg, Head, Physiology Service or Pam Matsas, Deputy Head/Laboratory Manager, Physiology Service on 03 9076 3476.

Applications close 11pm AEST, Friday 1st May 2026.

We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, and people of all genders, sexualities, and cultural backgrounds.

If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application materials, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.

In accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department’s risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption.