Clinical Assistant

Department of Health; Brisbane; Vor Ort; AUD 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The Department of Health is seeking a highly organized team member for the Central Specimen Reception and Specimen Collection units. You will perform pre-analytical processes, collect quality specimens as required, and ensure proper labeling and patient identification per documented policies.

You will utilise AUSLAB and other software, participate in ongoing education, and assist in staff training while contributing to a collaborative TPCH Laboratory Group environment across required sites.

Qualifikationen

• Experience in or ability to rapidly learn pre-analytical processes in a complex specimen reception/unit.
• Ability to follow established policies and guidelines with minimal supervision.
• Proven ability to use Microsoft Office applications and laboratory information systems (AUSLAB).

Aufgaben

• Perform pre-analytical processes consistently and accurately, including specimen processing, data entry, aliquoting and referral of specimens.
• Collect quality specimens from clients when required by service delivery.
• Ensure correct patient identification, labelling and collection techniques.
• Utilise software applications applicable to the position.
• Participate in relevant ongoing education and assist in staff training.
• Liaise with patients and staff to ensure proper collection and processing of specimens and efficient operation of reception and collection departments.

Kenntnisse

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Independent work

Microsoft Office

Tools

AUSLAB Laboratory Information System

Microsoft Office Suite

Jobbeschreibung

What you'll doPerform pre-analytical processes consistently and accurately, by maintaining competency in all areas of Central Specimen Reception including but not limited to specimen processing, data entry, aliquoting and referral of specimens.Perform collection of appropriate quality blood and non-blood specimens from clients of Pathology Queensland as per documented protocols when required by service delivery.Ensure correct patient identification, labelling and collection techniques are followed according to documented policies and procedures when required by service delivery.Utilise software applications applicable to the position.Participate in relevant ongoing education and assist in staff training.Liaise with patients, colleagues, health practitioners and clinical staff in a professional manner to ensure the correct collection and processing of specimens and efficient operation of the specimen reception and specimen collection departments.Contribute to the TPCH Laboratory Group team by working co-operatively and communicating effectively with the team both internal and external to the laboratory, including working at Redcliffe and Caboolture laboratories when required by service delivery.To work independently and professionally and demonstrate sound problem- solving skills.Participate in quality and service improvement activities to continually improve patient care.About youWe are searching for someone who has:Demonstrated experience in or the ability to rapidly learn pre-analytical processes in a complex specimen reception/specimen collection unit.Demonstrated experience in or the ability to acquire experience in the correct procedures of specimen reception/specimen collection including the application of established policies and guidelines with minimal supervision.Demonstrated high level skills, or the ability to rapidly acquire high level skills, in the use of Microsoft Office applications and the laboratory information system (AUSLAB).Ability to efficiently prioritise workloads, show initiative, problem solve and work effectively without direct supervision.Proven ability to work effectively as a team member and to communicate effectively with clients, clinical staff and colleagues, including the ability to work across the TPCH Group Laboratories.Demonstrated ability to participate in quality and service improvement activities in accordance with National Association of Testing Authority/International Standardisation Organisation (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.Competitive salaries12.75% superannuation17.5% leave loadingEmployee wellbeing & developmentAccess to 24/7 confidential employee support providers and counsellors including for immediate family membersAdditional 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.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 inclusionAt 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.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.