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The Australian Institute of Medical Scientists (AIMS) is the professional body that represents Medical Scientists working in the area of Pathology in Australia. More information about AIMS can be found at http://www.aims.org.au.
As a Medical Scientist you can expect to have a challenging and rewarding career in laboratory medicine. The major discipline areas include;
The Bachelor of Biomedical Science at the University of Tasmania is a three and a half year program and is one of only eight courses in Australia and three in New Zealand that are currently accredited by AIMS. The course has an excellent reputation for producing high-quality graduates that work in a variety of areas. These are primarily laboratories in hospitals, diagnostic pathology services, veterinary clinics, universities and research institutes, although some graduates may also find employment in diverse fields such as the pharmaceutical industry, in teaching and information technology. Features of the course include:
Most graduates of the Bachelor of Biomedical Science become Medical Scientists that work in hospital or diagnostic pathology laboratories. They are a key member of a team that includes clinicians (doctors), nurses and other healthcare professionals that contribute to the diagnosis and treatment of disease. In Tasmania, the major employers of Medical Scientists are through the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) at the Launceston General Hospital and the Royal Hobart Hospital, and through the Sonic Healthcare Group at Launceston Pathology, Hobart Pathology and North-West Pathology.