Specimen Collection (Clinical Assistant) staff are responsible for the collection of high quality and cost-effective specimens to clients of Pathology Queensland. A phlebotomist (clinical assistant) is part of a specialised team which is highly motivated, dynamic and committed to excellent client service and to the high-quality care of Queensland Health patients.

Job details

Key competencies (role specific criteria)

You will be assessed on your ability to demonstrate the following:

• Demonstrated experience or ability to acquire experience in the correct procedures of specimen collection including the application of established polices and guidelines with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated knowledge or the ability to acquire knowledge of the importance of standard precautions in dealing with patients and biological specimens.
• Demonstrated skills or the ability to rapidly acquire skills in the use of the Integrated electronic medical record (ieMR).
• Proven ability to follow instructions and work conscientiously and accurately with minimal supervision after careful instruction.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively and work productively in a team environment.
• Positive focus upon patient care within a hospital health care environment.
• Ability to function as a team member to achieve organisational goals with a well-developed knowledge of principles of effective team functioning.
• Demonstrate a high level of commitment to the principles of quality management and continuous quality improvement.
• Ability to actively participate in a working environment supporting quality human resource management practices including employment equity, anti-discrimination, occupational health and safety and ethical environment.
• The Specimen Collection department delivers a 7-day a week service. In this workplace, all newly appointed phlebotomy staff are contracted to work any rostered shift within a 7-day roster period including weekends and public holidays. The successful applicant will likely be expected to work a combination of shifts within each fortnight and, on occasion be required to work beyond contracted hours to help with workflow. This facilitates the progressive review of staffing and shift arrangements in the Specimen Collection department to accommodate changes in workload and service requirements.

Qualifications, registrations and other requirements

• Certificate III or IV in Pathology Specimen Collection would be highly regarded.

Nil mandatory qualifications

• Please detail any visa conditions you may have if you are not a permanent resident of Australia.
• We understand that some people may require adjustments to the workplace or the way the work is performed. All applicants are encouraged to advise the panel of any support or reasonable adjustments (i.e. building access, wheelchair access, interpreting services etc.) that may be required.

Why work with us?

Work alongside passionate professionals in a supportive and inclusive environment that values people and prioritises employee success and wellbeing. This includes:

Professional development

• Career progression with more than 300 diverse career pathways and career support to take you further!
• Access to a variety of programs and initiatives to support training and career growth.
• Grow your skills through hands-on experience and access to internal training opportunities and additional financial and leave benefits for approved external training and development.

Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion 

At Queensland Health, our work environment is inclusive and supportive, and we value our employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all cultures, abilities and backgrounds.

Our commitment to cultural safety, equity, diversity and inclusion means we understand some people may need changes to the recruitment process. If you need support during the recruitment process, such as meeting with the panel virtually instead of in person, please reach out to the hiring manager. We value diverse candidates and your need for adjustments will not affect our hiring decisions. 

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• QH Information for Applicants (PDF, 938KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  QPHASS634000 Phlebotomist CA3 PPT (PDF, 193KB)
  Role Description