Pathology Queensland is looking for a Pathology Assistant to join the team at Caboolture Laboratory, where you’ll play an important role in keeping the laboratory running smoothly and ensuring high-quality pathology services for patients. You’ll be involved in a variety of specimen reception and routine laboratory operations, with opportunities to develop your skills across the pre-analytical workflow. You may also be required to collect blood from inpatients and outpatients, making this a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working with people as well as being part of a busy laboratory environment.
Job details Position status Permanent
Position type Part-time
Occupational group Health - Pathology
Classification CA3
Workplace Location Brisbane - North
Job ad reference QLD/CSQ691700
Closing date 21-Sep-2026
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Salary Other
Job duration PERM PT 56hr/fn
Contact person Janie Ellis
Contact details 54338844
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Key competencies (role specific criteria)
You will be assessed on your ability to demonstrate the following key capabilities, knowledge and experience. Within the context of the responsibilities described above under ‘your key responsibilities', the ideal applicant will be someone who can demonstrate the following:
- Demonstrated experience & knowledge of the procedures and processes of Specimen Reception.
- Demonstrated experience & knowledge or the ability to acquire knowledge in the correct procedures of specimen collection/phlebotomy including the application of established policies and guidelines with minimal supervision
- Demonstrated 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.
- Proven ability to work effectively as a member of a team and to communicate effectively with clients, clinical staff and colleagues
- Positive focus upon patient care within a hospital health care setting.
- Demonstrate a high level of commitment to the principles of quality management and continuous quality improvement.
Demonstrate data entry skills with the ability to work accurately and give attention to detail.
Why work with us?
Work alongside passionate professionals in a supportive and inclusive environment that values people and prioritises employee success and wellbeing. This includes
Competitive salaries
- 12.75% superannuation
- 17.5% leave loading
Employee wellbeing
- 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.
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