Pathology Assistant - Mount Isa

Pathology Queensland are excited to welcome applications for a Clinical Assistant to join our team in Mount Isa! Pathology Queensland (PQ) provides diagnostic pathology services to all Hospital and Health Services (HHS) across metro, regional and remote Queensland and plays a critical role in the government's response to public health threats, epidemics, and civil emergencies.

About the role:

 As a Clinical Assistant, you will be responsible for the accurate and timely collection and processing of pathology specimens and Clinical Pathology /Specimen Reception duties as part of a team to provide an efficient, effective and high-quality service.

Your key responsibilities include:

• This will include such duties as processing samples for analysis on-site or for despatch to other laboratories, entering data using the laboratory computer system, basic quality control functions and cleaning of workstations and equipment.
• Exercise initiative in resolving moderately complex or unusual problems.
• Perform efficient and timely phlebotomy duties in a safe manner. Liaise with patients, medical and nonmedical staff to ensure correct collection of specimens and efficient operation of the phlebotomy service.
• Processing stores, processing, and dispatching of referred specimens.
• Work with integrity, complying with expected ethical and behavioural standards, respecting patient confidentiality and the importance of patient results.
• You will be required to participate in shift, weekend work in accordance with the award.

About you:

You will be eager to learn all aspects of pre-analytical laboratory work, including phlebotomy, and apply established procedures, policies and guidelines with a high degree of accuracy and professionalism. With strong attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions, you will work effectively both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced healthcare environment. Your excellent communication and interpersonal skills will enable you to build positive relationships with patients, laboratory staff, and medical and nursing teams, while remaining flexible and responsive to service needs.

Why work for us:

• Career development and training
• Employee wellbeing programs
• Generous leave entitlements, including leave loading
• Competitive salaries

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. 

Ready to apply?

For further information on how to apply please review the attached Role Description.