Contribute to the delivery of high-quality, cost-effective pathology services across the West Moreton Hospital and Health Service and Pathology Queensland. Apply scientific expertise to support multidisciplinary laboratory operations including Haematology, Transfusion, Chemical Pathology, Microbiology, and Specimen Reception within a continuous 24/7 shift environment.

Job details

Key competencies (role specific criteria)

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

• A demonstrated high level of knowledge, expertise, and skills within a multi-skilled laboratory.
• Availability to participate in a multidisciplinary team on a 24/7 continuous shift roster as required including weekends, public holidays. May be required to participate in extra shifts when necessary to maintain service delivery. Reliability and punctuality to ensure uninterrupted pathology service provision 24/7.
• Well-developed interpersonal, communication and teamwork skills including customer service, conflict resolution, and ability to contribute positively towards a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to provide technical advice and provision of results to laboratory staff and Hospital and Health Service clients pertaining to Haematology, Transfusion, Chemical Pathology and Microbiology.
• Ability to perform duties with a high degree of independence and with infrequent supervision.
• Ability to plan and prioritise to effectively manage high volume workloads whilst maintaining excellent customer service in alignment with the overall strategic plan of the Department.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively use computerised systems, and in the use of software systems including a Laboratory Information System (AUSLAB), Unity, a Quality Information System, Microsoft Office 365.
• Demonstrated ability to participate in quality and service improvement activities in accordance with NATA/ISO accreditation/certification.

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. 

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.

• DoH Applicant Pack (PDF)
  
  CSQ682282 Scientist Temp part time (PDF)