Relieving Scientist

Provide continuity in the delivery of state-wide pathology services in regional, remote, and metropolitan hospitals by providing relief to staff. In addition, the scientist will assist in backfill for training staff and the performance of quality audits as part of Pathology Queensland’s quality program. Relieving Scientists in the PQ Relievers report to the Supervising Med Lab Scientist Relievers.

The successful candidate will participate in the identification, development and implementation of quality and service improvement activities in accordance with National Association of Testing Authorities (NATA) and International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO) accreditation/certification that enhance the delivery of pathology services.

Key competencies (role specific criteria)

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

• Broad multidiscipline scientific and technical knowledge.
• Broad problem-solving skills.
• Active involvement in learning and professional development.
• Resilience, emotional intelligence and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Adaptability, flexibility and time-management skills.
• A passion for science and travel.
• Proven ability to work independently and/or without direct supervision in a challenging environment that requires multitasking.

Qualifications, registrations and other requirements

• Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification. Certified copies of the required information must be provided to the appropriate supervisor/manager prior to the commencement of clinical duties.
• The successful applicant must hold a relevant tertiary degree (or equivalent) qualification in Medical Laboratory Science.
• This position requires the incumbent to undertake reasonable travel associated with Pathology Queensland's state-wide operations; you will be required to utilise your own private motor vehicle and hold an appropriate Queensland ‘C' class license
• 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.

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements

• It will be a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against one or more of the following vaccine preventable diseases during their employment: Hepatitis A & B, Measles, Mumps, Pertussis, Rubella and Varicella.
• Additional vaccinations including Japanese Encephalitis and Rabies may also be required for this position.
• Existing staff that are engaged prior to 1 July 2016 are not subject to this condition of employment unless they apply for a role with VPD requirements that is with a different Queensland Health entity (i.e. one HHS to another HHS, department to a HHS, or HHS to department).

Additional Information

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

• Your resume, including the names and contact details of two referees who have a thorough knowledge of your capabilities, work performance and conduct within the previous two years, and it is preferable to include your current, immediate or past supervisor.
• A one-page covering letter informing the panel of your skills, personal qualities and motivation for applying.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity .

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