Medical Laboratory Scientist AP

at  Queensland Health

As a team member you will apply a range of both routine and specialised histological procedures to surgical and autopsy specimens to detect pathological features essential for diagnosis applying independent scientific judgement in the analysis of patient specimens leading to the verification and validation of test results and the provision of advice to the clinical unit where appropriate.
Key competencies (role specific criteria)

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

• Demonstrated ability in a range of histological applications from routine tissue management through to the application of advanced methods and technologies including specimen dissection, embedding, microtomy, routine special stains, immunohistochemistry and immunofluorescence and urgent frozen section protocols.
• Demonstrated high levels of attention to detail and accuracy in performing tasks within a histology laboratory
• Demonstrated ability (or ability to rapidly acquire the skill) to identify, develop and implement quality and service improvement activities in accordance with NATA/ISO accreditation / certification.
• Proven willingness and ability to actively participate in and contribute to continuing education and other professional development activities.
• Proven ability to work and communicate effectively within a team environment to achieve the goals of the work unit including the meeting of critical deadlines.
• Availability to participate in a roster system across the operating hours of the department.

Qualifications, registrations and other requirements

• The successful applicant must hold at least a Bachelor of Science relevant to the field (or equivalent) from a recognised university or tertiary institution.
• Candidates must be able to participate in a roster system, including overtime as required.
• 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.

How to apply

Please provide the following information to the panel to assess your suitability:

• A short-written response (maximum 1-2 pages, dot points acceptable) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities would enable you to achieve the key responsibilities and meet the skill requirements of the role.
• our current CV or resume, including two referees who have a thorough knowledge of your capabilities, work performance and conduct within the previous two years. It is preferable to include your current, immediate or past supervisor.
• Late applications cannot be submitted online. For a late application to be considered, please arrange approval and submission via the contact person.
• Applications will remain current for 12 months or for the duration of the vacancy. Future vacancies of a temporary, full time and part time nature may also be filled through this recruitment process.
• Only those persons eligible to work in Australia may be employed by Queensland Health. Prospective employees are required to provide proof of identity and documentary evidence of their right to work in Australia.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.

Please refer the Job description for details