About the role

Mater Pathology is seeking for an experienced Cytology Scientist to deliver high quality and cost-effective diagnostic service. This is a full-time, Fixed Term 12 months contract position. The role may be required to work independently as a sole scientist on ‘after hours’ shifts.

Mater Pathology is the oldest pathology service in the Brisbane and surrounding areas. Initially established and supervised by the Sisters of Mercy in 1919, Mater Pathology has grown into a multi-faceted and technologically advanced laboratory service serving patients, doctors and hospitals. The service invests all profits back into patient care and is part of Mater Misericordiae Limited.

Mater Pathology is proud of its history but also is recognised for its experience in highly complex pathology. The service is delivered by dedicated staff that understand healthcare such as our highly skilled specialist pathologists, scientists, technicians, laboratory assistants, collection phlebotomists, couriers and other support personnel that ensure you get the correct result on time. Our collection centres are located in over 20 suburbs supporting local communities. In addition, Mater Pathology also offers a 24 hour collection service out of the South Brisbane Mater Adults Hospital for patient convenience.

Salary range: $38.25 - $57.80 per hour plus 11.5% superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900  + access to many staff benefits! 

What you’ll be doing

This role requires a high level of scientific knowledge, demonstrated Gynaecological and Non-Gynaecological screening skills to a high standard and have an appropriate level of experience in Cytology.

• Be familiar with protocol and requirements of Non-Gynaecological sample preparation and staining, and engage in appropriate troubleshooting if required. Proficiency in specimen preparation is essential.
• Have experience in attending rapid onsite evaluation of Fine Needle Aspiration procedures, including EBUS TBNA and EUS FNA.
• Manage work priorities to effectively meet critical clinical requirements and ensure accurate clinical diagnostic results are reported promptly and accurately.
• Work cooperatively and communicate effectively, with Anatomical Pathology staff and with external clients, including Clinicians.
• Impart and learn scientific knowledge and expertise through active learning within the team and by engaging in professional development activities and contributing to Laboratory meetings.
• Commensurate with level of experience, provide delegated scientific education and supervision for less experienced practitioners and providing, as delegated, direction to assistant and support staff, including undergraduate, operational and administrative staff.
• Participate in the quality control processes.

About you

To be successful in this role, you are required to have:

• A Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science or an equivalent qualification.
• Certificate of Competency (CTASC) - Non Gynaecological and Gynaecological components or ready to sit the CTASC exam
• Demonstrate high level clinical knowledge and skills as recognised by graduate education or formal qualifications and level of experience
• Applicable Memberships and/or Fellowships of Professional bodies relevant to Cytology (advantageous)

In addition you will have well-developed oral and written communication skills and work as an active team member providing laboratory services dedicated to patients and our doctors.

Why join us?

Mater is Queensland’s largest and most innovative not-for-profit healthcare service, providing care for almost 700,000 patients a year across a network of 11 hospitals.

We are a leader in healthcare, education and research — and that’s because we employ exceptional people. #MAKEYOURMATERMOVE

• Via salary packaging arrangements, allocate some living expenses directly from your pre-taxable income and ultimately increase your take-home pay
• Access to package meal and entertainment expenses via salary packaging
• Access to leading education and professional development via Mater Education
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
• Discounts to local and national business/venues for Dining/Retail/Travel & Accommodation/Other
• Unlimited access to a multitude of discounted fitness facilities through Fitness Passport
• Access to on-site, discounted parking
• Discounted food and beverage at various campus cafés and coffee venues

Applications closes 29/11/2024 . Please note, we may contact applications prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW!

Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff, and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.

Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.

Mater Group is dedicated to creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates.

For more information regarding Reconciliation at Mater, please visit our Reconciliation webpage.