Cytology at Pathology Queensland Central (RBWH) provides a comprehensive state-wide gynaecological (cervical) cytology service and a non-gynaecological cytology service to hospitals on site as well as a central referral service to laboratories throughout Queensland and overseas.

The essential requirements for this role are;

Demonstrated knowledge and ability to screen and where authorised, report and validate gynaecological and non-gynaecological cytology preparations.
Demonstrated ability to undertake, or rapidly acquire the skills to undertake, cytology specimen preparation, assessment, diagnostic testing and related duties both within the preparatory laboratory and at external clinical units.
Demonstrated ability to work and communicate effectively within a team environment to achieve the goals of the work unit.
Demonstrated willingness and ability to actively participate in and contribute to continuing education and other professional development activities.
Demonstrated ability to initiate and implement quality and service improvement activities to continually improve patient care in accordance with NATA/ISO accreditation/certification.
Availability to participate in a roster system across the operating hours of the department.

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 prospect 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.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.

📌 Scientist - Cytology (Brisbane)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Brisbane