Are you looking for a hands-on laboratory role supporting vital microbiology services? Join Pathology Queensland as a Clinical Assistant in Microbiology at PAH, preparing and processing specimens (including COVID-19 tests), performing non-technical lab tasks, and providing data entry and clerical support within a team-focused environment with shift, weekend and after-hours work.

Job details

What you'll do

• Participate in the operational duties including sample preparation and processing to facilitate SARS-CoV-2, and other respiratory viruses.
• Provide support and assistance in the specimen reception and setup area under the direction of the rostered Health Practitioner and the Chief Scientist as follows;
  • Perform microbiology setup.
  • Perform QC temperature checks and maintenance as required, accurately recording results and notifying supervisors of non-conformances
  • Actively monitor the receipt and distribution of specimens as directed
  • Efficiently and reliably process a range of specimen types as directed
  • Effectively operate a range of equipment utilized in specimen processing
  • Provide administrative support with data entry and clerical tasks as required
  • Provide effective communication and active participation in teamwork as required
  • Process samples for analysis on-site or for despatch to other laboratories, entering data using the laboratory computer system, basic quality control functions and cleaning of workstations and equipment.

About you

It will be a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against one or more of the following vaccine preventable diseases during their employment: Hepatitis A & B, Measles, Mumps, Pertussis, Rubella and Varicella.

We are searching for someone with:

• Ability to participate in weekend and public holiday rosters.
• Demonstrated operational knowledge or the ability to acquire knowledge in relation to specimen processing and preparation within the Microbiology and Molecular Microbiology Pathology Queensland laboratory
• Demonstrated word processing skills, and computer data input and retrieval skills.
• Demonstrated ability to follow instructions and work with a high level of attention to detail.
• Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team independently and at times without direct supervision.
• Proficiency in the use of laboratory equipment (e.g. centrifuges, cytospin, staining machine).
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the principles of quality management and continuous quality improvement.

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.

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. 

Ready to apply?

For further information on how to apply please review the attached Role Description.

Further information

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

Applications will remain current for a period of up to 12 months and may be considered for other vacancies which may include an alternative employment basis such as temporary, full time or part time.

Documents

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

• QH Applicant Pack_20251027 (PDF)
  
  CSQ671337 Clinical Assistant, Shift - Role Description (PDF)