Pathology Assistant - Mortuary

Queensland Government; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

12.75% superannuation

17.5% leave loading

Employee assistance program

Flexible leave entitlements

Job summary

Queensland Health is seeking a meticulous mortuary technician to rapidly acquire autopsy and pathology laboratory experience within a medico-legal setting. You will follow written and oral instructions with scientific reasoning, and contribute to a safe, clean mortuary environment.

The role requires strong IT skills, including AUSLAB and QIS2, and the ability to learn Microsoft software. Applicants should demonstrate reliability, integrity and the capacity to work as part of a team and adhere to

Qualifications

• Ability to rapidly acquire autopsy/dissection and pathology lab experience.
• Follow written and oral instructions with scientific reasoning.
• Demonstrated reliability, integrity, and professional attitude.
• Strong IT skills and ability to learn AUSLAB, QIS2 and Microsoft software.
• Understanding of mortuary legislation and guidelines.
• Ability to work in a team and maintain a safe, clean environment.

Skills

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Communication

IT skills

Tools

AUSLAB

QIS2

Microsoft Office

Job description

The essential requirements for this role are;Demonstrated ability to rapidly acquire autopsy/dissection and/or pathology laboratory experience with proven ability to follow both written and oral instruction with the insight to solve and identify problems through scientific methodology.Demonstrated reliability, integrity, and professional attitude necessary for a medico-legal and potentially hazardous workplace.Demonstrated high level computer and information technology skills with the ability to learn and use AUSLAB (case management system), QIS2 (quality system) and Microsoft software or equivalent computer applications within a mortuary environment.Demonstrated understanding of relevant legislation and guidelines and their application to a mortuary undertaking medico-legal autopsies.Demonstrated sound judgement, ability to think critically, effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the proven ability to work in a team and contribute positively to team outcomes.Demonstrated ability to proactively maintain a safe, secure and clean mortuary environment and an understanding of and willingness to contribute to the relevant systems, processes and procedures.Why work with us?Work alongside passionate professionals in a supportive and inclusive environment that values people and prioritises employee success and wellbeing. This includesCompetitive 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.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.