Key competencies (role specific criteria)

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

A competent level of knowledge, expertise and skill in Transfusion laboratory testing. Recent experience in a hospital transfusion laboratory is highly desirable.
Demonstrated ability to participate in a rotating roster which may include shifts outside of routine business hours.
Effective time management skills, attention to detail and ability to focus in a highly process driven environment with competing priorities
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
Demonstrated interpersonal skills, client focus and ability to communicate effectively.
Demonstrated knowledge of, and ability to comply with organisational policies and procedures, and assist the laboratory to comply with all relevant legislative, administrative, and professional standards including meeting NATA / ISO / TGA accreditation / certification requirements.

Why work with us?

Work alongside passionate professionals in a supportive and inclusive workplace that values people and prioritises employee success and wellbeing. This includes

Competitive salaries

12.75% superannuation
17.5% leave loading

Employee wellbeing

38 hour full time work week
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.

Ready to apply?

For further information on how to apply please review the attached Role Description.

Applications will remain current for a period of up to 12 months and may be considered for other vacancies which may include an alternative employment basis such as temporary, full time or part time.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.

📌 Medical Laboratory Scientist (Brisbane)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Brisbane