Key competencies (role specific criteria)

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

• Knowledge or ability to rapidly acquire knowledge of medical terminology and abbreviations, pathology test names and specimen types. Knowledge and competency in phlebotomy practices.
• Availability to work all shifts on the existing and future roster patterns, ability to undertake additional shifts to backfill holiday and sick leave.
• A working knowledge of, or demonstrated ability to quickly learn, all aspects of pre analytical specimen processing (CSR). Data entry skills and the use of MS Word and Excel a distinct advantage.
• Ability to work in a responsible and efficient manner with and without supervision, ability to prioritise workload to meet deadlines, ability to effectively use, or quickly acquire ability to use, the Laboratory Information System.
• An established history of positive teamwork and respectful behaviour. High level of interpersonal and communication skills to enable effective, cooperative interaction within a work group and between clients.

Qualifications, registrations and other requirements

• Certificate III in Pathology Assistance and / or Certificate III in Pathology Specimen Collection (Phlebotomy) would be highly regarded.
• Previous experience in CSR and phlebotomy would be well regarded although not mandatory.
• Mandatory participation in the evening, weekend / public holiday roster.
• Able to work rostered shifts between the operational hours of 0700 – 2200, including weekends.
• 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.

Why Department of Health
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