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September 9, 2024

Queensland Health

Cairns

FULL TIME


Pathology Assistant

Performance of other non-technical tasks e.g. Participate in Document Control in Quality Information System (QIS), equipment maintenance, stock inventory control.
Perform general laboratory duties including the receipt of specimens and the registration of requests into the laboratory information system.
Key competencies (role specific criteria)
You will be assessed on your ability to demonstrate the following:

  • A working knowledge of or demonstrated ability to quickly learn all aspects of pre-analytical specimen processing.
  • Demonstrated ability to follow instructions and work conscientiously and accurately with minimal local supervision.
  • Demonstrated data entry skills and in the use of Microsoft Office applications, i.e. Word and Excel.
  • Ability to effectively use or quickly acquire the ability to use the laboratory information system (Auslab).
  • Demonstrated high level of interpersonal and communication skills to enable effective interaction within a work group and between clients.
  • Work in a manner displaying integrity; complying with ethical and behavioural standards, respecting patient confidentiality and the importance of patient results.
Qualifications, registrations and other requirements

  • This role does not require any mandatory qualifications.
  • Queensland Health staff will be required to participate in shift work and weekend roster arrangements including working on public holidays. In some circumstances at times staff maybe required to participate in the 24-hour shift rotation.
  • Please detail any visa conditions you may have if you are not a permanent resident of Australia.
  • We understand that some people may require adjustments to the workplace or the way the work is performed. All applicants are encouraged to advise the panel of any support or reasonable adjustments (i.e. building access, wheelchair access, interpreting services etc.) that may be required.
How to apply
Please provide the following information to the panel to assess your suitability:

  • A short-written response (maximum 1-2 pages, dot points acceptable) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities would enable you to achieve the key responsibilities and meet the skill requirements of the role.
  • Your current CV or resume, including two referees who have a thorough knowledge of your capabilities, work performance and conduct within the previous two years. It is preferable to include your current, immediate or past supervisor.
  • Late applications cannot be submitted online. For a late application to be considered, please arrange approval and submission via the contact person.
  • Applications will remain current for 12 months or for the duration of the vacancy. Future vacancies of a temporary, full time and part time nature may also be filled through this recruitment process.
  • Only those persons eligible to work in Australia may be employed by Queensland Health. Prospective employees are required to provide proof of identity and documentary evidence of their right to work in Australia.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.

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