Perform preanalytical processing and specimen reception of blood and non-blood specimens from clients of Pathology Queensland as per documented protocols when/if required by service delivery.

In consultation with Supervising Scientist undertake human resource management activities including organisation of rosters, leave management, recruitment and selection, training/competency assessment, and performance review of subordinate staff.

Contribute to the Redcliffe Laboratory team by working co-operatively and communicating effectively with the team both internal and external to the laboratory.

Key competencies (role specific criteria)

You will be assessed on your ability to demonstrate the following key capabilities, knowledge, and experience. Within the context of the responsibilities described above under ‘your key responsibilities', the ideal applicant will be someone who can demonstrate the following:

• Demonstrated competence and thorough working knowledge in all aspects of Specimen Collection together with a sound knowledge of laboratory operations.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise and co-ordinate a Specimen Collection service while ensuring the maintenance of professional clinical standards, and established principles / procedures in line with the Department of Health Strategic Plan.

• Demonstrated leadership, initiative, highly developed communication skills, and a commitment to personal and organisational excellence.
• Demonstrated high level skills, or the ability to rapidly acquire high level skills, in the use of Microsoft Office applications and the laboratory information system (AUSLAB).
• Demonstrated ability to identify, develop and implement quality and service improvement activities in accordance with National Association of Testing Authority/International Standardisation Organisation (NATA/ISO) accreditation / certification.

• Advanced level of technical skills in Phlebotomy.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the procedures and processes of Specimen Reception or the ability to rapidly acquire knowledge and skills in this area.

Qualifications, registrations and other requirements

• Mandatory Certificate III in Pathology Collection
• Cert IV in Pathology Specimen Collection would be highly regarded.
• 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.