Work as an active and supportive team member within the Anatomical Pathology Department providing support to a comprehensive histology service to the Gold Coast University Hospital and Robina Hospital as well as other community health facilities within the Gold Coast Health District.

Job details

Key competencies (role specific criteria)

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

• Demonstrated knowledge, expertise, skills, scientific judgement, and initiative in the delivery of service within the Anatomical Pathology Department including Routine Histology, Immunohistochemistry, Histochemistry, Cytology preparation and Tissue Dissection.
• Demonstrated ability and expertise to participate in a single-discipline and/or multidisciplinary team such as Anatomical Pathology Service and contribute to a range of diagnostic skills relevant to speciality areas within Anatomical Pathology.
• Demonstrated ability and initiative to provide scientific advice in a client focused manner.
• Demonstrated ability (or ability to rapidly acquire the skill) to identify, develop and implement quality and service improvement activities in accordance with NATA/ISO accreditation / certification.

Qualifications, registrations and other requirements

• The successful applicant must hold at least a relevant tertiary degree (or equivalent) qualification in medical laboratory science from a recognised university or tertiary institution
• The successful candidate will be able to time manage and prioritse while working accurately in a fast paced work environment.
• Candidates must be able to participate in a roster system, including overtime as required.
• Current Laboratory hours fall between 0600-1800 Monday to Friday and rostered emergency call duties.
• 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.

Two positions available at 38hrs per fortnight for 6 months

Documents

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

• QLD634265 Technician GCUH TPT (PDF, 192KB)
  Role Description
  
  QH Information for Applicants (PDF, 939KB)
  Information Package for Applicants