Pathology Specimen Collector
Job reference: #16167
Brand: QML Pathology
Location: Central QLD Region
Shifts: 25 hours per week. Monday to Friday various shifts due to operational needs.

A BIT ABOUT US

Healius has an expansive network of over 100 medical laboratories and 2000 patient collection centres operating across metropolitan, regional and remote Australia.
We provide 1 in every 3 pathology services in Australia, extending from exclusively servicing some of Australia’s largest and most complex private and public hospitals, to small Indigenous Australian communities.
This means that you will be working in a business large enough to offer you job stability & security, interstate mobility and the opportunity to fulfil your career ambitions.

THESE ARE THE TYPE OF ATTRIBUTES & SKILLS YOU WOULD POSSESS:

• A demonstrated experience and knowledge in Phlebotomy/ Certificate III in Pathology Collection or a healthcare background
• Excellent customer service and communication skills, with a high level of empathy
• You are organised, with strong time management and attention to detail
• You are able to work autonomously, sometimes working independently in a solo clinic
• You hold a valid Driver’s license and have flexibility to travel to multiple clinics
• You hold a working with Children’s Check or be willing to obtain one
• You must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident or a New Zealand citizen, or hold a valid visa with permission to work

VACCINATION REQUIREMENTS

• Vaccine preventable disease evidence such as Hepatitis B is a requirement of this role
• Other vaccinations based on location may be required / setting
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WHY YOU WILL BE EXCITED ABOUT THIS ROLE

At QML Pathology (a part of Healius), we all have one thing in common, we are passionate about making a difference to the health of Australians.
As a Pathology Collector, you will be at the forefront of this. You will be the friendly face behind the first hello, the warm welcome that will create a lasting impression, and the caring assurance to let our customers know that they are in good hands.
You will be able to do what you do best – provide quality patient care - with the support and resources provided, whilst also building strong connections and being integral to the local communities you work in.
You will be a part of something pretty special as you join our network of passionate pathology collectors and our mission to be the best pathology provider in Australia.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

As a Pathology Collector (Phlebotomist), you will be collecting blood & coordinating specimen samples from patients, using your empathy and drive to deliver great customer service and quality healthcare.

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:

• Collecting samples (blood and non-blood) with care and attention
• Keeping meticulous records for every patient and sample
• Delivering documentation within strict turnaround times
• Preparing and packaging specimens for transport and testing
• Liaising with a range of different people including customers, clinic staff and couriers