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Continuous Shift Scientist
Mackay Base Hospital
Enjoy a dynamic laboratory role with variety across multiple disciplines. Join Pathology Queensland and contribute to 24/7 diagnostic services supporting patient care in Mackay.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Pathology |
| Classification | HP3 |
| Workplace Location | Mackay region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/CSQ680225 |
| Closing date | 28-Apr-2026 |
| Job duration | Permanent |
| Contact person | Sohan de Livera |
| Contact details | 4885 7308 Access the National Relay Service |
The purpose of this role is to deliver high-quality diagnostic pathology services across multiple disciplines, applying independent scientific judgement to analyse and validate patient results and provide clinical advice to support patient care within a continuous shift laboratory environment.
What you'll do
In this role you will perform diagnostic testing across multiple disciplines including haematology, transfusion, chemical pathology and microbiology, analyse and validate patient results, provide scientific advice to clinical teams, contribute to quality and service improvement activities, and work as part of a multidisciplinary team delivering a 24 hour pathology service.
About you
We are searching for someone who:
- Has experience or the ability to learn specimen processing and laboratory procedures
- Has good computer and data entry skills
- Has strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Can work shifts including weekends and after hours if required
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 / 36.25 hour full time work week
- 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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