Key competencies (role specific criteria)
You will be assessed on your ability to demonstrate the following key capabilities, knowledge and experience. Within the context of the responsibilities described above under 'your key responsibilities', the ideal applicant will be someone who can demonstrate the following:
Demonstrated experience & knowledge of the procedures and processes of Specimen Reception.
Demonstrated experience & knowledge or the ability to acquire knowledge in the correct procedures of specimen collection/phlebotomy including the application of established policies and guidelines with minimal supervision
Demonstrated knowledge of the importance of standard precautions in dealing with patients and biological specimens.
Proven ability to follow instructions and work conscientiously and accurately with minimal supervision after careful instruction.
Proven ability to work effectively as a member of a team and to communicate effectively with clients, clinical staff and colleagues
Positive focus upon patient care within a hospital health care environment.
Demonstrate a high level of commitment to the principles of quality management and continuous quality improvement.
Demonstrate data entry skills with the ability to work accurately and give attention to detail.
Why work with us?
Work alongside passionate professionals in a supportive and inclusive environment that values people and prioritises employee success and wellbeing. This includes
Competitive salaries
12.75% superannuation
17.5% leave loading
Employee wellbeing
Access to 24/7 confidential employee support providers and counsellors including for immediate family members
Additional flexibility to support your work life balance including access to generous leave entitlements, such as purchased leave, domestic violence leave, reproductive health leave, cultural leave, study and examination leave.
Professional development
Career progression with more than 300 diverse career pathways and career support to take you further!
Access to a variety of programs and initiatives to support training and career growth.
Grow your skills through hands-on experience and access to internal training opportunities and additional financial and leave benefits for approved external training and development.
Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
At Queensland Health, our work environment is inclusive and supportive, and we value our employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all cultures, abilities and backgrounds.
Our commitment to cultural safety, equity, diversity and inclusion means we understand some people may need changes to the recruitment process. If you need support during the recruitment process, such as meeting with the panel virtually instead of in person, please reach out to the hiring manager. We value diverse candidates and your need for adjustments will not affect our hiring decisions.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.
