.Key competencies (role specific criteria)

You will be assessed on your ability to demonstrate the following:

• Demonstrated experience or ability to rapidly acquire skills to perform basic laboratory duties associated with Anatomical Pathology including handling biological specimens and preparation of basic chemical solutions.
• Demonstrated experience or ability to rapidly acquire skills in the interpretation of request forms together with ability to perform rapid and accurate data entry.
• Demonstrate high level interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively and work productively in a team environment, and to respond to enquiries and instruction by clients.
• Proven ability to follow instructions and standard operating procedures and work conscientiously and accurately with minimal supervision after appropriate training.
• Demonstrate time management skills, task prioritisation and surrounding workload awareness in order to meet service delivery deadlines.
• Effectively contribute to a safe & positive work environment and team culture

Qualifications, registrations and other requirements

• There are no mandatory requirements for this position, however previous experience working in a histology laboratory or with a laboratory information system (LIS) will be highly regarded.
• Candidates must be able to participate in a roster system, including evening shifts, weekends and overtime as required. Current laboratory hours fall between 0530-2300 Monday to Friday and 0600-1530 Saturday.
• In some circumstances and following consultation, Queensland Health staff may be required to participate in 24 hours shift or on-call arrangements.
• 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.