The successful candidate will undertake routine diagnostic testing and related duties following Pathology Queensland established accredited protocols and standards in accordance with prescribed professional and ethical standards.

What are we looking for?

You will be assessed on your ability to demonstrate the following key capabilities, knowledge and experience. Within the context of the responsibilities described above under “Your key responsibilities', the ideal applicant will be someone who can demonstrate the following:

• Fulfil the responsibilities of this role in accordance with QPS values as outlined above.
• Demonstrated ability to apply competent technical judgement in Haematology and Transfusion medicine departments.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary, or ability to acquire knowledge and skills required in the provision of results including relevant advice to laboratory staff and external clients.
• Demonstrated ability to efficiently prioritize specimens, perform routine testing accurately and efficiently and work towards the logical solution of technical problems in a 24/7 Haematology/Transfusion laboratory.
• Level of independence in decision making to increase commensurate with level of experience and competency.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of a team and to communicate effectively with clients, clinical staff and colleagues.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to the quality and service improvement activities in accordance with NATA/ISO accreditation/certification.

Mandatory qualifications/professional registration/other requirements

• The successful applicant must hold at least a tertiary diploma or associate degree (or equivalent qualification) in Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent, from a recognised university or tertiary institution.
• 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.
• Required to participate in all rostered shifts which may include days, afternoon, overnights (not solo), weekends and public holidays covering 24hrs a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
• Given the nature of the role there may be a requirement to be recalled to duty due to emergent service requirements.

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements

• It will be a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against one or more of the following vaccine preventable diseases during their employment: Hepatitis A & B, Measles, Mumps, Pertussis, Rubella and Varicella.
• Additional vaccinations including Japanese Encephalitis and Rabies may also be required for this position.
• Existing staff that are engaged prior to 1 July 2016 are not subject to this condition of employment unless they apply for a role with VPD requirements that is with a different Queensland Health entity (i.e. one HHS to another HHS, department to a HHS, or HHS to department).

How to apply

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

• A short-written response (maximum 1-2 pages, dot points acceptable) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities would enable you to achieve the key responsibilities and meet the skill requirements of the role.
• Your current CV or resume, including two referees who have a thorough knowledge of your capabilities, work performance and conduct within the previous two years. It is preferable to include your current, immediate or past supervisor.
• Late applications cannot be submitted online. For a late application to be considered, please arrange approval and submission via the contact person.
• Applications will remain current for 12 months or for the duration of the vacancy. Future vacancies of a temporary, full time and part time nature may also be filled through this recruitment process.
• Only those persons eligible to work in Australia may be employed by Queensland Health. Prospective employees are required to provide proof of identity and documentary evidence of their right to work in Australia.