Pathology Specimen Collector (Brisbane Hospital Group North)

Job No: 109603

Location: Brisbane

Closing Date: 3 Apr 2019 AEDT

Are you a people-focused individual interested in providing high-quality patient care and customer service? This is the opportunity for you!
Full SNP training provided over a 6-12 month period to successful applicants!
Flexible Part-Time and attractive hourly rate, circa $22.33, plus an outstanding range of benefits!
Experience in venepuncture desirable, but not essential - you need a current first aid certificate and driver's licence, reliable vehicle available for work use, and a commitment to learning and taking care of SNP patients!

Please note that this is NOT a Courier Driver position

About the Organisation

Sullivan Nicolaides Pathology is one of the largest pathology practices in Australia, providing comprehensive services to patients and doctors over a geographic area throughout Queensland and New South Wales and employing more than 2000 people.

About the Opportunity

Sullivan Nicolaides Pathology has multiple exciting opportunities for flexible part-time Pathology Specimen Collectors to join their BHG Pathology team servicing various sites including the Wesley Hospital, Brisbane Private Hospital, St Andrew’s War Memorial Hospital, Holy Spirit Northside, Peninsula Private, Caboolture Private Hospital, Mater Private and St Andrew’s Ipswich Private Hospital.

The primary task of this role is to take blood samples from patients.

Some of the more specific responsibilities of the position will be to:

Provide quality patient care for our patients in hospital;
Treat our patients with care and compassion;
Receive urine and faeces samples;
Record patient information;
Complete online training via our eLearning training system; and
Liaise with referrers and ancillary services in a hospital setting.

The ideal candidates will have a high level of written and verbal communication skills, along with dedication to excellent customer service. You must also be able to work independently as well as in a team and demonstrate the ability to perform tasks in a timely manner. A Certificate III or IV in Pathology Specimen Collections a preferred prerequisite of employment and a First Aid Certificate is a mandatory prerequisite on employment.

Candidates with pathology specimen collection experience will be held in high regard, although this is not essential. Successful candidates will embark on a comprehensive training course during their first twelve months of employment. Upon completion of training, candidates receive an SNP training certificate.

You will work across various areas and must be available to work shift rotations between the hours of 5:00 am and 12:00 am 7 days a week.

The high level of service provided by Sullivan Nicolaides Pathology is delivered by a dedicated staff comprising of pathologists, scientists, technicians, laboratory assistants, collection personnel, couriers, computer personnel, pathology services assistants and other support staff. The successful candidate will join a welcoming team of dedicated health professionals with a focus on patient care.

Staff members will be given a chance to develop their skills through ongoing training and be provided with an avenue for career development and advancement.

An attractive hourly rate, circa $22.33, will be offered to each successful applicant. Hospital collectors are eligible for progression to a Level 5 rate of pay ($27.36) and are also eligible for penalty rates for weekend, public holiday and some after-hours shifts.

In addition, permanent employees enjoy the following benefits:

Parental and Adoption Leave- SNP staff receive 6 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave as per E.B.A.
Staff Services Committee- provides functions and events for staff, fully funded by the Practice
Employee Assistance Program- a free, confidential and voluntary counselling service provided as a resource to employees of Sullivan Nicolaides Pathology, as well as immediate family, with the aim of assisting with the resolution of personal and work related problems which may affect quality of life or work performance
Pathology Services - staff and their immediate family (their children, partners and their parents) have access to bulk billed Pathology Services
X-Ray Services- staff and their immediate family (their children, partners and their parents) have access to bulk billed X-Ray and other diagnostic imaging through Queensland X-Ray
Smoke-Free Environment Policy- All SNP premises are smoke-free. There are no designated smoking areas on Sullivan Nicolaides Pathology premises. For those staff wanting to use nicotine replacement therapy in quitting, management provides a level of financial assistance towards the cost of nicotine replacement patches.

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Questions

Are you an Australian Citizen or permanent resident and/or do you have the right to work in Australia?*
1. Yes
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Do you have a current, valid driver's licence?*
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Do you have your own reliable mode of transport (ie private vehicle) available for use during work hours?*
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Do you have a current First Aid Certificate?*
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Are you currently involved in any study or have any plans to commence study in the near future?*
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The spread of shifts occur between 5am and 10.30pm 7 days a week with some overnight shifts. Will you consistently be available to work during these hours?*
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Do you hold any relevant qualifications (e.g. Certificate III in Pathology Specimen Collection)? If so, please give details.*

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Pathology Specimen Collectors (Phlebotomists) require in-depth pathology knowledge and technical skills. Please outline how you would rate your ability to acquire and apply new knowledge and skills, providing specific examples.

Pathology Specimen Collectors (Phlebotomists) must have excellent communication and customer service skills. Please outline your skills and experiences in these areas. Specific examples can be used.*

Describe your availability to work efficiently in a team environment. Include a work related situation in which you have had to utilize this skill.*

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