Relieving Scientist , Queensland Health

Seeking competent and experienced individuals to provide continuity in the delivery of state-wide pathology services in regional, remote, and metropolitan hospitals by providing relief to staff. In addition, the scientist will assist in backfill for training staff and the performance of quality audits as part of Pathology Queensland’s quality program. mandatory travel across QLD required for this role.
Job details Position status Permanent
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Health - Pathology
Classification HP3
Workplace Location Brisbane - North
Job ad reference QLD/QLD532745
Closing date 04-Jan-2024
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Salary Other
Job duration Permanent full time
Contact person Ryan Sandry
Contact details 07 3646 0038
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Participate in the identification, development and implementation of quality and service improvement activities in accordance with National Association of Testing Authorities (NATA) and International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO) accreditation/certification that enhance the delivery of pathology services.
Be willing and able to travel to any of Pathology Queensland's 35 laboratories for various time periods using your own private motor vehicle and flying in and out of Brisbane Airport.
Collect blood specimens from in-patients and out-patients, adhering to Pathology Queensland patient identification, collection, labelling, and processing policies.
Key competencies (role specific criteria)
You will be assessed on your ability to demonstrate the following:

• Broad multidiscipline scientific and technical knowledge.
• Broad problem-solving skills.
• Active involvement in learning and professional development.
• Resilience, emotional intelligence and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Adaptability, flexibility and time-management skills.
• A passion for science and travel.
• Attention to detail.
• Proven ability to work independently and/or without direct supervision in a challenging environment that requires multitasking.

Qualifications, registrations and other requirements

• Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification. Certified copies of the required information must be provided to the appropriate supervisor/manager prior to the commencement of clinical duties.
• The successful applicant must hold a relevant tertiary degree (or equivalent) qualification in Medical Laboratory Science.
• This position requires the incumbent to undertake reasonable travel associated with Pathology Queensland's state-wide operations; you will be required to utilise your own private motor vehicle and hold an appropriate Queensland ‘C' class license
• 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.

Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote and .
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