Med Lab Scientist Senior Chemistry

Undertake a broad range of duties across the Chemical Pathology / Point of Care department. The position will be required to have a leading role within the department, and have responsibilities include performing and validating a broad range of complex and varied laboratory investigations, advanced instrumentation trouble shooting, quality monitoring and improvement, staff training and education.The HP4 Medical Scientist in Chemical Pathology reports to the Supervising Scientist, Chemical Pathology, Pathology Queensland - SCUH.

Job details Position status

Position status Fixed Term Temporary

Position type

Position type Full-time

Occupational group

Occupational group Health - Pathology

Classification

Classification HP4

Workplace Location

Workplace Location Sunshine Coast

Job ad reference

Job ad reference QLD/558572

Closing date 30-Apr-2024

Fortnightly salary

Fortnightly salary $4769.60 - $5132.40

Job duration

Job duration Fixed term temporary full time for 12 months

The successful candidate will apply advanced scientific judgement combined with integrated evidence-based practice to make complex scientific decisions in the analysis of patient specimens leading to the verification and validation of test results and the provision of high level advice to clinical units in accordance with prescribed professional and ethical standards. 

Key competencies (role specific criteria) You will be assessed on your ability to demonstrate the following:

Demonstrated high level of knowledge and skills in the performance of Chemical Pathology investigations in a clinical pathology laboratory.Proven ability to solve complex problems in the workplace.A history of high-level communication skills and demonstrated ability to maintain professional and productive relationships internal and external to the workplace.A history of active process improvement.A developed understanding of laboratory quality systems and the requirements of NATA accreditation and ISO certification.Awareness of the human resource management policies applicable to contemporary workplaces.Demonstrated clinical leadership ability and contribution to the professional development of others.Qualifications, registrations and other requirements The successful applicant must hold a relevant degree in Medical Laboratory Science (or equivalent) from a recognised tertiary institution.Advanced knowledge and experience in a Chemical Pathology service is essential.While not mandatory, a relevant higher qualification would be well regarded.Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and/or registration with the appropriate registration authority, including any necessary endorsements, to be provided to the employing service prior to the commencement of service. Overseas applicants are reminded that assessment of equivalence of qualifications is required.Whilst it is anticipated that this position will initially involve mainly day, evening and weekend shifts, the successful applicant may in future be expected to participate in the laboratory's shift and/or continuous shift roster, and may work a combination of day, afternoon, evening and overnight shifts within each fortnight if 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.Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirementsIt 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).Further informationWe are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights ( https://www.forgov.qld.gov.au/humanrights ) and diversity ( https://www.forgov.qld.gov.au/inclusion-and-diversity-commitment ) .

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