Cytology at Pathology Queensland Central (RBWH) provides a comprehensive statewide gynaecological (cervical) cytology service, along with a non-gynaecological cytology service to on-site hospitals and a central referral service to laboratories across Queensland and internationally. If you are looking for career development and to work alongside passionate Health Practitioners, we would encourage you to apply. The Medical Laboratory Scientist, Cytology reports directly to the Supervising Scientist, Cytology and has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

Job details

Key competencies (role specific criteria)

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

• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to screen and where authorised, report and validate gynaecological and non-gynaecological cytology preparations.
• Demonstrated ability to undertake, or rapidly acquire the skills to undertake, cytology specimen preparation, assessment, diagnostic testing and related duties both within the preparatory laboratory and at external clinical units.
• Demonstrated ability to work and communicate effectively within a team environment to achieve the goals of the work unit.
• Demonstrated willingness and ability to actively participate in and contribute to continuing education and other professional development activities.

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

Competitive salaries

• 12.75% superannuation
• 17.5% leave loading

Employee wellbeing

• Access to 24/7 confidential employee support providers and counsellors including for immediate family members
• Additional flexibility to support your work life balance including access to generous leave entitlements, such as purchased leave, domestic violence leave, reproductive health leave, cultural leave, study and examination leave.

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.

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 Applicant Pack_20251027 (PDF)
  
  HP3 Scientist Cytology March2026 (PDF)