Ability to work in a conscientious manner with minimum supervision, but after careful instruction and ability to follow written instructions.

General laboratory duties, including the receipt of specimens and the registration of requests into the laboratory information system (basic keyboard/data entry skills) and maintenance of the work area including cleaning and restocking of consumables.

Key competencies (role specific criteria)

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

• Experience in the collection of diagnostic samples from a range of patients including children and babies.
• Demonstrated experience of the correct procedures for the performance of laboratory tests including processing and setting up techniques within the Pathology department.
• Proven ability to follow instructions and work conscientiously and accurately with minimal supervision after careful instruction.
• High level interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively and work productively in a team environment.
• Ability to actively participate in a working environment supporting quality human resource management practices including employment equity, anti-discrimination, occupational health and safety and ethical behaviour.  

Qualifications, registrations and other requirements

• In some circumstances and following consultation, Queensland Health staff may be required to participate in 24 hour shift or on-call arrangements.
• To be eligible for permanent appointment to Pathology Queensland applicants must provide proof of Australian citizenship or permanent residency. To be eligible for temporary appointment applicants must provide proof that they can legally work in Australia.
• Please detail any visa conditions you may have if you are not a permanent resident of Australia.
• We understand that some people may require adjustments to the workplace or the way the work is performed. All applicants are encouraged to advise the panel of any support or reasonable adjustments (i.e. building access, wheelchair access, interpreting services etc.) that may be required.

Additional Information

Please provide the following information to the panel to assess your suitability:

• Your resume, including the names and contact details of two referees who have a thorough knowledge of your capabilities, work performance and conduct within the previous two years, and it is preferable to include your current, immediate or past supervisor.  
• A short statement (maximum two pages) that gives details of your skills, experience and knowledge as required on the role description under the heading‘key competencies (role specific criteria)'.
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