Scientist Supervising

We are excited to offer a great opportunity to lead and manage a multidisciplinary service at the Mount Isa Laboratory as the Supervising Scientist. This role will ensure all laboratory practices comply with Pathology Queensland requirements in providing a cost effective, quality diagnostic and efficient client focused pathology service to the North West Hospital and Health Service. We are seeking the best suited applicant who will join our friendly, hard working supportive team of health Professionals based in Mount Isa laboratory.Job details Position status Permanent
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Health – Pathology
Classification HP5
Workplace Location North West Qld
Job ad reference QLD/PQ579638
Closing date 05-Aug-2024
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Salary Other
Job duration Permanent Full time
Contact person Michael Wilhelm
Contact details 0744333219
Access theSupervise diagnostic testing, development of scientific practices and related duties following Pathology Queensland established accredited protocols and standards within a medium sized multidisciplinary team in accordance with prescribed professional and ethical standards, procedures and protocols within the Mount Isa LaboratoryIndependently, manage and direct the performance and operation of pathology services across Mount Isa Hospital campus with accountability for the budget, assets and human resources of the laboratory in line with the strategic direction of Pathology Queensland. In conjunction with the Townsville Group Laboratory Manager prepare submissions for staff and equipment to ensure that the Mount Isa Laboratory service is appropriately resourced.Key competencies (role specific criteria)You will be assessed on your ability to demonstrate the following:

• Demonstrated ability to apply advanced level scientific judgement in the analysis of patient specimens leading to the verification and validation of test results and the provision of advice to the clinical unit where appropriate to ensure that the pathology service meets the requirements of the Hospital and Health Service.
• Demonstrated ability to provide advice to laboratory staff and Hospital and Health Service clients on a broad range of issues pertaining to service delivery and improvement opportunities for Pathology Queensland.
• Demonstrated ability to provide scientific services of a complex nature to ensure the maintenance of professional clinical standards and established principles / procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective professional relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Demonstrated well developed level of knowledge, expertise and skill in the management of human, financial and physical resources of a medium multidiscipline laboratory in line with the strategic direction of Pathology Queensland.

Qualifications, registrations and other requirements

• The successful applicant must hold at least a relevant tertiary degree (or equivalent) qualification in Medical Laboratory Science.
• Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and if applicable registration or membership with the appropriate registration authority or association. Certified copies of the required information must be provided to the appropriate supervisor/manager, prior to the commencement of clinical duties.
• Please detail any visa conditions you may have if you are not a permanent resident of Australia.

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements

• It will be a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against one or more of the following vaccine preventable diseases during their employment: Hepatitis A & B, Measles, Mumps, Pertussis, Rubella and Varicella.
• Additional vaccinations including Japanese Encephalitis and Rabies may also be required for this position.
• Existing staff that are engaged prior to 1 July 2016 are not subject to this condition of employment unless they apply for a role with VPD requirements that is with a different Queensland Health entity (i.e. one HHS to another HHS, department to a HHS, or HHS to department).
• We understand that some people may require adjustments to the workplace or the way the work is performed. All applicants are encouraged to advise the panel of any support or reasonable adjustments (i.e. building access, wheelchair access, interpreting services etc.) that may be required.

Further informationWe are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote and .Interstate and international healthcare workers who move to Queensland to work for Queensland Health may be eligible for a workforce incentive scheme upon commencement.DocumentsBefore applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.Information Package for Applicants