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Clinical Assistant Pathology


Townsville

Be part of a busy, fast-paced laboratory team delivering essential pathology services to Queenslanders. As a Clinical Assistant (CA3) in Central Specimen Reception (CSR), you'll play a vital role in the pre-analytical testing process by preparing specimens for scientific analysis, including specimen processing, aliquoting, data entry, microbiology set-up and referral of samples. You'll provide an accurate, efficient and customer-focused service to both internal and external clients. Enjoy a rewarding career with Queensland Health, competitive salary, generous superannuation, salary packaging, professional development opportunities and the chance to make a real difference in patient care every day.

Job details

Position status Permanent,Temporary
Position type Full-time,Part-time
Occupational group Health - Pathology
Classification CA3
Workplace Location Townsville region
Job ad reference QLD/CSQ687891
Closing date 28-Jul-2026
Job duration PERM pt and Temp ft and part time
Contact person Renee Lanphier
Contact details 44330510
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Reporting to the CSR Manager, Townsville Laboratory, this role is part of Pathology Queensland's 24-hour service and requires participation in a rotating roster of day, evening and overnight shifts, including weekends and public holidays. Multiple positions are available, offering an excellent opportunity to join a supportive team delivering high-quality diagnostic services.

Key competencies (role specific criteria)

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

  • Demonstrated high work ethics, the ability to work autonomously and a high-level pride in their work.
  • Extensive experience and ability to deliver high quality services to clients. Ability to understand and react responsively to client expectations.
  • High level of communication skills to enable effective interaction in individual and group situations.
  • Demonstrated effective administration skills including keyboard skills. Ability to acquire knowledge of computer systems.

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

  • 38  hour full time work week (part time at 48hrs/fn) 
  • 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.

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.

Multiple roles available - please read role description for full breakdown.

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Last updated
2 May 2023

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