Key competencies (role specific criteria)

You will be assessed on your ability to demonstrate the following key comptetencies as well as your knowledge and experience:

- Demonstrated knowledge appropriate to the position with emphasis on sound ability in techniques relevant to clinical microbiology.
- Ability to follow instructions, and work conscientiously and accurately with minimum local supervision.
- Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills, effective interpersonal skills, and the ability to work alone and co-operatively in a team environment.
- A demonstrated commitment to the principles of quality management and continuous quality improvement, and an understanding of the basis of laboratory Quality Control and Quality Assurance programs.
- Demonstrate exceptional time management skills and the ability to prioritise tasks to meet service delivery deadlines.
- Effectively contribute to a secure & positive work environment and team culture.

In this role, you will:
- Perform a broad range of routine and specialised diagnostic testing for mycobacteria, supporting the delivery of high-quality reference laboratory services.
- Undertake complex technical investigations and procedures, applying independent decision-making, sound scientific judgement and problem-solving skills.
- Contribute to the accurate, timely and effective delivery of mycobacteriology services and support quality outcomes across the laboratory.

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

- 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.

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