Laboratory Scientists (Microbiology Night Shift)
Job No:
163131
Location:
Bowen Hills
- Are you seeking a varied and interesting position? This is the opportunity for you!
- Perfect for an experienced and professional individual looking for a new challenge!
- Attractive remuneration package, plus an outstanding range of benefits!
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, Northern Territory and New South Wales, employing more than 2000 people.
With many employees enjoying a 20+ tenure, Sullivan Nicolaides Pathology delivers on the promise of learning, development and career progression.
Fostering a true culture of support, Sullivan Nicolaides Pathology maintains an open-door policy, with each employee playing a role in patient care driven to make sure a top-quality service is provided.
About the Opportunities
Sullivan Nicolaides Pathology has several exciting opportunities for part-time Laboratory Scientists to work in the Microbiology Department of the Bowen Hills Laboratory. When appropriately trained, the successful applicant will be expected to work the night shift, presently 11:45 pm to 5:15 am, beginning Monday evenings and ending Saturday morning. Shifts are currently of 5.5hrs duration per shift and total of 27.5hrs per week (Penalty rates and shift allowance apply). Training during the day may be required.
To be successful in one of these roles, you will ideally possess the following:
- Appropriate qualifications in medical laboratory science (or equivalent).
- Demonstrated theoretical knowledge of current microbiology testing practices.
- Laboratory experience in a microbiology laboratory, particularly microscopy, body fluid processing and urine analysis.
- Experience in using and operating current microbiology instruments, equipment and automated analysers.
- Demonstrated interpersonal, negotiation and communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and also as an effective team member.
- Demonstrated ability to prioritise workload and work methodically and efficiently whilst adhering to occupational health and safety policies.
- Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on customer service.
About the Benefits
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 support staff. The successful candidates will join a welcoming and dedicated team.
Staff members will be given a chance to develop their skills through ongoing training and will be provided with an avenue for career development and advancement.
For your hard work and dedication, you will receive an attractive remuneration plus super. Due to the working hours of these positions, penalty rates and shift allowance apply. In addition, you will also enjoy the following benefits:
- Fitness Passport – staff have access to discounted gym memberships at any gym of their choice participating within the Fitness Passport agreement.
- Physiotherapy – Once a week.
- Parental and Adoption Leave – SNP staff receive 6 weeks of paid maternity and adoption leave as per E.B.A.
- 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 the quality of life or work performance.
- Private Health Insurance – staff have access to discounted private health insurance through MBF, HCF and Medibank Private.
- Pathology Services – staff and their immediate family (their children, partners and parents) have access to bulk billed Pathology Services.
- X-Ray Services – staff and their immediate family (their children, partners and 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. 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.