Scientist Pathology Main Lab

Queensland Government; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

12.75% superannuation

17.5% leave loading

Employee wellbeing support

Job summary

Queensland Health in Brisbane is seeking a histology professional to perform routine to advanced tissue processing, embedding, microtomy and complex staining. You will verify results and provide specialist advice to clinical units as needed.

Join a supportive team in a rostered, full-time role with a strong commitment to professional development and accreditation standards, offering competitive salaries and robust employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability in routine to advanced histology, including embedding, microtomy and complex stains.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in histology laboratory tasks.
• Ability to contribute to quality and service improvement for accreditation (NATA/ISO).
• Willingness to engage in continuing education and professional development.
• Ability to work in a team and meet deadlines; roster availability across operating hours.

Responsibilities

• Perform broad range of histological procedures and identify pathological features.
• Exercise independent judgment in analysis and verification of test results.
• Provide specialist advice to clinical units when required.
• Participate in roster system across the department's operating hours.

Skills

Histology techniques

Quality improvement

Team collaboration

Professional development

Attention to detail

Education

Diploma in Histology

Tools

Embedding equipment

Microtomy tools

Staining techniques

Job description

In this role, you will perform a broad range of routine and specialised histological procedures on surgical and autopsy specimens to identify pathological features essential for diagnosis. You will exercise independent scientific judgement in the analysis of patient specimens, ensuring the verification and validation of test results and providing specialist advice to clinical units when required.The essential requirements for this role are;Demonstrated ability in a range of histological applications from routine tissue management through to the application of advanced methods and technologies including embedding, microtomy, routine special stains and advanced complex special stains, urgent frozen section protocols and specimen dissection.Demonstrated high levels of attention to detail and accuracy in performing tasks within a histology laboratory.Demonstrated ability (or ability to rapidly acquire the skill) to identify, develop and implement quality and service improvement activities in accordance with NATA/ISO accreditation / certification.Proven willingness and ability to actively participate in and contribute to continuing education and other professional development activities.Proven ability to work and communicate effectively within a team environment to achieve the goals of the work unit including the meeting of critical deadlines.Availability to participate in a roster system across the operating hours of the department.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.