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Your role

You will be required to fulfil the responsibilities of this role in accordance with the Queensland Public Service values. After the 12-month training, you will apply 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 responsibilities

• Adhere to defined service quality standards, health and safety policies and procedures relating to the work being undertaken to ensure high quality, safe services and workplaces.
• After training undertake diagnostic testing and related duties following Pathology Queensland established accredited protocols and standards within a multidisciplinary team in accordance with prescribed professional and ethical standards. Perform a diverse range of technical and scientific tasks, from routine to complex, which is of a consistently high standard.
• After training apply 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.
• Solve complex technical problems with minimal practice supervision.
• As part of a team provide day to day service in the technical sphere of responsibility [which may include repairs, preventative maintenance, installation or commissioning of equipment, complex tests or sample analysis.

Key competencies (role-specific criteria)

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

• Demonstrated ability to develop knowledge and skills in the various disciplines of medical science.
• Demonstrated ability to use effective communication skills while working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated ability to apply logical problem-solving skills to specific scientific problems.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to various situations that develop personal resilience.

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About you

Qualifications, registrations and other requirements

• The successful applicant must hold at least a relevant tertiary degree (or equivalent) qualification in Medical Laboratory Science.
• During the training period the Graduate will be expected to work on a shift roster for a minimum of 4 weeks.
• The Graduate may be required to work in a rural or remote laboratory during the program.
• This position is extra nummary to the staffing level of the laboratory and should not be used to support vacancies in rosters.
• You may be required to work in different locations during the course of the graduate program.
• Please detail any visa conditions you may have if you are not a permanent resident of Australia.
• They 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.
• A general criminal history check must be performed on all new employees to Pathology Queensland.

Compensation & benefits

As a graduate, you will receive a fortnightly salary of AUD 2,941.70 to AUD 4,459.00 and benefits such as:

• Salary packaging which can save on tax and increase take-home pay, including access to salary packaging for superannuation contributions
• Some roles may be entitled to shift and on-call allowances, professional development allowances and uniform allowances
• Flexible working arrangements
• Generous leave entitlements
• Free, professional and confidential counselling, coaching and support services are available to employees and their immediate family
• Health and well-being including flu vaccinations, discounts for health insurance and gyms, weight loss initiatives

Training & development

You will receive comprehensive training in all core disciplines of Medical Science through a 12-month plan that includes personal development activities promoting leadership and self-awareness. The program provides a wide range of educational and clinical training to support continued professional development, allowing you to gain valuable experience, build confidence, and develop professional networks. With guidance from experienced staff, you can enhance your future career prospects.

Career progression

Employment with Pathology Queensland at the completion of the program will be by open merit, however, they do endeavour to assist all graduates in their quest for employment by providing access to professional and personal development opportunities throughout the program.

Sources

The following sources were used in researching this page:

• qld.gov.au/jobs/education/graduate
• smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobtools/b_fileupload.proc_download?in_file_id=36757179&in_servicecode=CUSTOMSEARCH&in_organid=14904&in_sessionid=0&in_hash_key=1674CC883DCD27555DD064BC191F246F