A phlebotomist is part of a specialised team within the Cairns Group of Laboratories, comprising the Cairns Group Laboratory, and supporting district Laboratories at Thursday Island, Atherton and Innisfail, which is highly motivated, dynamic and committed to excellent client services and care of Queensland Health patients. Seeking the best suited applicant to join our highly motivated team of Health Professionals.
It is anticipated that members of the Cairns Phlebotomy team will have a primary work location at the Cairns Hospital; however, movement between sites located at Thursday Island, Atherton and Innisfail may be required to provide short periods of relief to assist with service provision during leave and will be undertaken with appropriate training/consultation.
Perform operational duties which include restocking pathology consumables, maintaining clean work areas and assisting where the Collection Service Manager or the Phlebotomy Supervisor directs.
Work with integrity, comply with expected ethical and behavioural standards, respect patient's confidentiality and know the importance of patient information.
Key competencies (role specific criteria) You will be assessed on your ability to demonstrate the following:
Demonstrated experience or ability to acquire experience in the correct procedures of specimen collection/phlebotomy including the application of established policies and guidelines with minimal supervision. Demonstrated knowledge or the ability to acquire 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. Well-developed interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively and work productively in a team environment. Positive focus upon patient care within a hospital health care environment. Ability to function as a team member to achieve organisational goals with a well-developed knowledge of principles of effective team functioning. Demonstrate a high level of commitment to the principles of quality management and continuous quality improvement. Ability to actively participate in a working environment supporting quality human resource management practices including employment equity, anti-discrimination, occupational health and safety and ethical environment. The Specimen Collection department delivers a 7-day a week service. All newly appointed phlebotomy staff are contracted to work any rostered shift within a 7-day roster period including weekends and public holidays. The successful applicant will likely be expected to work a combination of shifts within each fortnight and, on occasion, be required to work beyond contracted hours to help with workflow. This facilitates the progressive review of staffing and shift arrangements in the Specimen Collection department to accommodate changes in workload and service requirements.
Further information We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
This is a permanent full-time role based in the Cairns laboratory.
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