The Clinical Assistant in Bacteriology/Microbiology reports to the Supervising Scientist. General laboratory duties including the receipt of specimens and the registration of requests into the laboratory information system.

Job details

The essential requirements for this role are;

• Demonstrated ability or the ability to rapidly learn pathology pre-analytical processes e.g. GeneXpert PCR testing for Influenza and COVID, loading samples onto analysers, aliquoting, storage, retrieval of specimens.
• Demonstrated ability to provide assistance to scientific and technical staff within the laboratory.
• Demonstrated ability to work conscientiously and accurately with minimal local supervision.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team.
• Demonstrated ability to follow written instructions, including laboratory manuals and basic maintenance procedures on laboratory equipment.
• A commitment to the maintenance of high professional standards and a demonstrated commitment to the principles of quality management and continuous quality improvement.
• Knowledge of, or ability to acquire knowledge of, procedure, policies and regulations which impact on the position, in particular the Queensland Health Code of Conduct, and a knowledge of contemporary human resource management issues such as workplace health and safety, equal employment opportunity and anti-discrimination.

In this role, you will be required to display the following leadership behaviours Leadership competencies for Queensland relevant to the role.

• Demonstrates flexibility to changing expectations by proactively adapting own approach to reflect new requirements
• Demonstrates personal responsibility for the health, safety and wellbeing of self and others
• Actively seeks feedback and modifies approach to enhance own effectiveness
• Demonstrates respect and appreciation for legislation and policy frameworks by consistently operating to key standards

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)
  
  CSQ695406 CA3 (PDF)