Seeking a savvy individual to join our hard working team of Health Professionals. The Continuous Shift Clinical Assistant role at Pathology Queensland TPCH Core Laboratory works day, evening, and overnight shifts as a member of the laboratory team to provide a 24/7 Central Specimen Reception (CSR) service by participating in general preanalytical duties specifically relating to the CSR and where required relating to Specimen Collection or general laboratory duties.

Job details

Ensure correct patient identification, labelling and collection techniques are followed according to documented policies and procedures when required by service delivery.

Key competencies (role specific criteria)

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

• Demonstrated experience in or the ability to rapidly learn pre-analytical processes in a complex specimen reception/specimen collection unit.
• Demonstrated experience in or the ability to acquire experience in the correct procedures of specimen reception/specimen collection including the application of established policies and guidelines with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated high level skills, or the ability to rapidly acquire high level skills, in the use of Microsoft Office applications and the laboratory information system (AUSLAB).
• Ability to efficiently prioritise workloads, show initiative, problem solve and work effectively without direct supervision.
• Proven ability to work effectively as a team member and to communicate effectively with clients, clinical staff and colleagues, including the ability to work across the TPCH Group Laboratories.
• Demonstrated ability to participate in quality and service improvement activities in accordance with National Association of Testing Authority/International Standardisation Organisation (NATA/ISO) accreditation / certification.

Qualifications, registrations and other requirements

• Mandatory Qualifications – Nil.
• While not mandatory, a Certificate III or IV in Pathology (Laboratory Assistance/Technique) or equivalent would be well regarded.
• This position requires the incumbent to participate in rosters that include day, evening and overnight shifts as well as weekends and public holidays as required.
• 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.

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, 939KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  QPHASS640971 CA3 CSR Continuous Shift (PDF, 259KB)
  Role Description