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 (48 hrs/fn) until February 2027
• Medical Scientists Grade 1
• 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 Grade 1 Respiratory Scientist position (3 days per week, 0.63EFT) available until late February 2027. As a respiratory scientist, perform both routine and complex respiratory function tests, including the preparation and cleaning of equipment, quality control activities, instruction of patients and assessment of test validity. 

Qualifications and Experience required

• Bachelor of Science/Applied Science or equivalent
• Relevant experience in lung function testing is desirable but not essential, as is the ANZSRS CRFS credential. 

Staff benefits

• Salary packaging & novated leasing through Maxxia
• Onsite car (subject to availability) and bike parking opportunities, deducted pre-tax!!
• Fantastic onsite fitness facilities at The Alfred through ProSport health and fitness
• 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.

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, Tuesday 18th August 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.