Pathology Specimen Collector

Pathology Specimen Collector

**Job reference**: #17208

**Brand**:QML Pathology

**Location**: Corner Parklands Drive, Southport QLD 4215 (Gold Coast Private Hospital)

**Hours: 30 hours, including weekends / public holidays**

**Why You Will Be Excited About This Role**

At QML Pathology (a part of Healius), we all have one thing in common, we are passionate about making a difference to the health of Australians.

As a Pathology Collector, you will be at the forefront of this. You will be the friendly face behind the first hello, the warm welcome that will create a lasting impression, and the caring assurance to let our customers know that they are in good hands.

You will be able to do what you do best - provide quality patient care - with the support and resources provided, whilst also building strong connections and being integral to the local communities you work in.

As a specialist Hospital Pathology Collector, you will be able to upskill, gain exposure to different areas of pathology and fast track your career with different career paths available.

You will be a part of something pretty special as you join our network of passionate pathology collectors and our mission to be the best pathology provider in Australia.

**Why You Will Like Working Here**

There are some exciting things happening at QML Pathology and the wider Healius business as we transform the way we work.

As a Pathology Collector, you will be supported and given the resources to thrive in your job, this means regular check ins from your manager and ongoing support.

You will be recognised for your contribution & the impact you make to the lives of our customers with our Reward & Recognition program, and milestones will be celebrated, (many of our collectors have worked with us for 5+, 10+ and even 20+ years).

Looking to grow your career? We have clear progression paths that include advancement to business managerial roles across broader areas. Using your specialist skills and ability to build effective relationships in the hospital means your development will only be accelerated with you having a pathway to multiple roles within the business.

**A Bit About Us**

QML Pathology is a part of Healius. Healius has an expansive network of over 100 medical laboratories and 2000 patient collection centres operating across metropolitan, regional and remote Australia.

We provide 1 in every 3 pathology services in Australia, extending from exclusively servicing some of Australia’s largest and most complex private and public hospitals, to small Indigenous Australian communities.

This means that you will be working in a business large enough to offer you job stability & security, interstate mobility and the opportunity to fulfil your career ambitions.

**What You Will Be Doing**

As a Hospital Pathology Collector (Phlebotomist), you will be reporting to the Hospital Collector Lead and working in a team across all wards including Paediatrics, Medical, ICU, CCU, Emergency, Oncology, Special Care Nursery, Maternity and Rehabilitation, using your empathy and drive to deliver great customer service and quality healthcare.

An important part of your role will include using your exceptional communication and relationship building skills as you liaise with doctors, nurses and patients to understand the needs and requirements of the environment and patient.

**Your key responsibilities will include**:

- Liaising & building effective relationships with a range of different stakeholders within the hospital including doctors, nurses and patients
- Advanced Pathology Collection - Collecting samples (blood and non-blood) across different wards & areas including Paediatrics, difficult bleeds and AGB’s with care and attention
- Keeping meticulous records for every patient and sample

**What Type of Person Will Be Successful**

To be successful in this role, you will be an experienced Pathology Collector. You could currently work in a hospital or a clinic and are looking to diversify and grow your career. You could also be a Registered Nurse looking to swap the overnight work for regular daytime shifts. You will be a great communicator and relationship builder, be professional and proactive in your approach to working with the different stakeholders in the hospital, and will be someone who goes above and beyond to provide quality patient care.

**These are the type of attributes & skills you would possess**:

- A demonstrated experience and knowledge in Phlebotomy ideally with a Certificate III in Pathology Collection, or a nursing background
- Excellent liaison and communication skills, with a high level of empathy & a patient centred approach
- You are organised, with high attention to detail
- You hold a working with Children’s Check or be willing to obtain one
- You must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident or a New Zealand citizen, or hold a valid visa with permission to work

**Vaccination Requirements**
- Vaccine preventable disease evid