Pathology Assistant Phlebotomist

About the role:

As a Pathology Assistant, you will assist Scientific and Technical staff in the provision of a high quality, customer focused Pathology service.

Your key responsibilities include:

• To perform general laboratory duties, including the receipt of specimens and registration of requests into the laboratory information system (basic keyboard/data entry skills).
• To 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 always.
• 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.
• Work within a weekly roster, including weekends and public holidays, which includes at least two 4-hour shifts per fortnight.

About you:

• Experience in the collection of diagnostic samples from a range of patients including children and babies.
• 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 for us:

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

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.