Pathology Assistant Core

Queensland Health; Sunshine Coast Regional; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Superannuation 12.75%

Leave loading 17.5%

Employee support services

Flexible leave entitlements

Career progression

Training opportunities

Job summary

Queensland Health on the Sunshine Coast is seeking a laboratory support professional to assist with receipt of specimens and data entry into the laboratory information system. duties include processing specimens in Central Specimen Reception and maintaining a clean, compliant lab environment.

You will prioritise tasks to meet service deadlines and engage with supervisory staff for changes in work practices while upholding NATA/ISO standards and Queensland Health safety policies.

Qualifications

• Experience interpreting request forms and data entry for specimen processing.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team.
• Ability to follow instructions and work accurately with minimal supervision.
• Experience with laboratory tests processing and setup techniques.
• Commitment to equity, health and safety, and ethical behaviour.

Responsibilities

• Receive specimens and register requests into the laboratory information system.
• Process specimens in Central Specimen Reception and other departments.
• Maintain the laboratory environment and restock consumables.
• Prioritise tasks to meet service delivery deadlines.
• Respond to client enquiries with effective communication.
• Adhere to accreditation and QA procedures including NATA/ISO.
• Follow policies including Code of Conduct and safety policies.

Skills

Data entry

Interpersonal skills

Team work

Attention to detail

Quality control

Job description

• Perform general laboratory duties, including the receipt of specimens and registration of requests into the laboratory information system (basic keyboard/data entry skills).
• Perform specific laboratory duties in the Central Specimen Reception and other departments of the laboratory as required, including the processing of specimens relative to the department.
• Adherence to Pathology Queensland patient identification, labelling, collecting and processing policies at all times.
• Maintenance of the laboratory environment including cleaning and restocking of consumables.
• Ability to prioritise tasks in order to meet service delivery deadlines.
• Ability to respond to enquiries and instruction by clients by demonstrating effective communication skills.
• Actively seek the advice or approval of supervisory staff in relation to changes in work practices.
• Comply with National Association of Testing Authority/International Standardisation Organisation (NATA/ISO) accreditation/certification requirements including performing quality control procedures, assisting with preparation of procedure manuals and completion of relevant statistics.
• Comply with and utilise procedures, policies, regulations, and standards which impact upon the position including Queensland Health Code of Conduct, contemporary human resource management requirements and practices, such as workplace health and safety, equal employment opportunity and anti-discrimination policy.

About you

We are searching for someone with:

• Demonstrated experience in the interpretation of request forms, data entry and of the correct procedures for specimen processing.
• High level interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively and work productively in a team environment.
• Proven ability to follow instructions and work conscientiously and accurately with minimal supervision after careful instruction.
• Demonstrated experience of the correct procedures for the performance of laboratory tests including processing and setting up techniques within the department.
• 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.

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

• 12.75% superannuation
• 17.5% leave loading
• Access to 24/7 confidential employee support providers and counsellors including for immediate family members
• Additional 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.
• Career 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 inclusion

At 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.