Pathology Assistant

Queensland Government; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Queensland Health is seeking a conscientious laboratory support officer to perform pre-analytical processing and central specimen reception tasks. You will assist supervisory staff, follow instructions, and maintain accurate data entry into the laboratory information system.

Responsibilities include specimen reception, inventory/cleaning, and cross-training across areas to support SARS-CoV-2, respiratory viruses, and microbiology testing. A team-based, detail-oriented approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work with minimal supervision.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively in a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to focus in a busy lab setting.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general laboratory duties including reception of specimens and entry into the laboratory information system.
• Maintain work area, restock consumables and keep the environment clean.
• Cross-train in preanalytical processes for SARS-CoV-2, respiratory viruses and Microbiology testing.
• Perform pre-analytical preprocessing accurately with attention to procedure.

Skills

Conscientious work

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Literacy & numeracy

Tools

LIS (lab. information system)

Data entry

Job description

Your key responsibilities:Ability to work in a conscientious manner with minimum supervision. Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team, follow written and verbal instructions and assist supervisory staff as required.General laboratory duties, including but not limited to 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.Cross-training in other areas of the laboratory will be required, including but not limited to preanalytical processes to enable SARS-CoV-2, other respiratory viruses and Microbiology testing.Perform pre-analytical processes consistently and accurately, by maintaining focus and competence in all areas of Central Specimen Reception.How you will be assessedThe essential requirements for this role are:Demonstrated experience or ability to acquire experience in the correct procedures of pre-analytical processing for the performance of laboratory testing.Proven ability to follow instructions and work conscientiously and accurately with minimal supervision after instruction.Well-developed interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively and work productively in a team environment, including literacy and numeracy skills.Strong attention to detail, ability to focus in a busy, complex environment.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 salaries12.75% superannuation17.5% leave loadingEmployee wellbeing38 hour full time work weekAccess 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.Professional developmentCareer 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 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.