Apply now Job no: 502006
Work type: Permanent
Location: South Brisbane
Categories: Laboratory
About the role Mater's Pathology Department has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Anatomical Pathology Scientist. This is a Fixed Term contract position covering maternity leave. The successful applicant will be offered a 10 month Fixed term contract working 38 hours a week. Mater Pathology is the oldest pathology service in the Brisbane and surrounding areas. Initially established and supervised by the Sisters of Mercy in 1919, Mater Pathology has grown into a multi-faceted and technologically advanced laboratory service serving patients, doctors and hospitals. The service invests all profits back into patient care and is part of Mater Misericordiae Limited.
Mater Pathology is proud of its history but also is recognized for its experience in highly complex pathology. The service is delivered by dedicated staff that understand healthcare such as our highly skilled specialist pathologists, scientists, technicians, laboratory assistants, collection phlebotomists, couriers and other support personnel that ensure you get the correct result on time. Our collection centres are located in over 20 suburbs supporting local communities. In addition, Mater Pathology also offers a 24-hour collection service out of the South Brisbane Mater Adults Hospital for patient convenience.
Responsibilities: This position requires a high-level scientific knowledge, skills and an appropriate level of experience to provide operational support for routine and complex testing within the Anatomical Pathology Laboratory and participate in the daily workflow of the rostered work area team.Demonstrate knowledge, expertise and skill, commensurate with experience, in the delivery of scientific services within the relevant specialties of Anatomical Pathology.Knowledge of the criticality of protocols of specific requirements of embedding, microtomy, primary and reflex staining protocols.Participate in general Anatomic Pathology duties may be required, including general maintenance, case assembly and attendance at frozen sections.Impart and learn scientific knowledge and expertise through active learning within the team and by engaging in professional development activities and contributing to Laboratory meetings.Actively participate in Histology discipline working cooperatively and communicating effectively within the team and with clients, both internal and external to the laboratory.Participate in the quality control processes expected of Anatomic Pathology.About you A Bachelor of Applied Science majoring in Medical Laboratory Science or an equivalent qualification with units in histology and/or anatomy.The ideal candidate will have well-developed interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work as an effective team member. You should also have excellent organisational skills, with a demonstrated ability to prioritise workload and work accurately and efficiently.Mater is Queensland's largest and most innovative not-for-profit healthcare service, providing care for almost 700,000 patients a year across a network of 11 hospitals.
We are a leader in healthcare, education and research — and that's because we employ exceptional people. #MAKEYOURMATERMOVE Benefits: Via salary packaging arrangements, allocate some living expenses directly from your pre-taxable income and ultimately increase your take-home pay.Access to package meal and entertainment expenses via salary packaging.Access to leading education and professional development via Mater Education.Access to our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams.Discounts to local and national business/venues for Dining/Retail/Travel & Accommodation/Other.Unlimited access to a multitude of discounted fitness facilities through Fitness Passport.Access to on-site, discounted parking.Discounted food and beverage at various campus cafés and coffee venues.Closing date for applications is Wednesday 4th December 2024.Please note, we may contact applications prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW! Advertised: 02 Dec 2024 E. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 13 Dec 2024 E. Australia Standard Time
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