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Medical Scientist, Continuous Shift
Hervey Bay and Maryborough
Looking for a scientist role where you can work across multiple disciplines and make a real impact in regional healthcare? Join Pathology Queensland and support diagnostic services across the Fraser Coast.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Part-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Pathology |
| Classification | HP3 |
| Workplace Location | Sunshine Coast |
| Job ad reference | QLD/CSQ679630 |
| Closing date | 22-Apr-2026 |
| Job duration | Permanent Part Time - 38 hours pf |
| Contact person | Shay Bosworth |
| Contact details | 4325 6931 Access the National Relay Service |
In this role, you will contribute to the delivery of high-quality, cost-effective pathology services across the Hervey Bay and Maryborough laboratories. You will apply scientific knowledge and skills across multiple disciplines to support diagnostic testing, ensure laboratory practices meet accreditation standards and contribute to continuous improvement and service delivery across the laboratory.
Why work with us?
In this role you will perform diagnostic testing and result verification across multiple pathology disciplines including haematology, transfusion, chemical pathology and molecular diagnostics, provide scientific advice and technical support to clinical staff, participate in continuous shift roster services, contribute to quality and accreditation requirements, and support service improvement, research and laboratory operations across the Fraser Coast laboratories.
About you
We are searching for someone who:
- Holds a Bachelor of Applied Science in Medical Laboratory Science (or equivalent)
- Has experience working in a multidisciplinary pathology laboratory
- Can work independently and as part of a team
- Has experience with laboratory information systems
- Has strong problem-solving and scientific judgement skills
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 (temporary; full time or part time).
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