Molecular Diagnostics Pre-Analytical Technician

Queensland Health; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Superannuation 12.75%

Leave loading 17.5%

Employee support services

Flexible leave options

Career progression

Training opportunities

Job summary

Queensland Health in Brisbane seeks a Clinical Assistant to contribute to the delivery of high-quality molecular diagnostic services within the Molecular Diagnostics Unit (MDU).

You will perform pre-analytical processing of clinical specimens as part of a collaborative laboratory team, with weekend roster participation, reporting to the Supervising Scientist, MDU. This is a fixed-term role for 12 months.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to provide high quality pre-analytical processing of clinical specimens for a Molecular Microbiology 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 verbal and written instructions, including laboratory manuals and basic maintenance procedures on laboratory equipment.
• Commitment to high professional standards and to quality management and continuous quality improvement.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-analytical processing of clinical specimens as part of the Molecular Diagnostics Unit.
• Collaborate within a laboratory team and participate in weekend roster shifts.

Skills

Pre-analytical processing

Teamwork

Follow instructions

Job description

Queensland Health in Brisbane seeks a Clinical Assistant to contribute to the delivery of high-quality molecular diagnostic services within the Molecular Diagnostics Unit (MDU).

You will perform pre-analytical processing of clinical specimens as part of a collaborative laboratory team, with weekend roster participation, reporting to the Supervising Scientist, MDU. This is a fixed-term role for 12 months.