Phlebotomy Technician (511311)

Job Description:

The role:

In accordance with conventional practices, methods and standards, the Phlebotomy Technician provides phlebotomy and specimen collection services to inpatient and outpatient clients.

Duties:

Perform phlebotomy and the collection of various pathology samples.

Prepare clients for phlebotomy procedures which includes explaining procedures to clients.

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Details of Appointment

Permanent, part time, shift work (set rotational), working 66 hours per fortnight

Fixed term, part time, shift work (set rotational), working 52 hours per fortnight, commencing 22 July 2022 until 21 February 2023

*notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant

• Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time and part time vacancies.

Salary: $69,574 - $75,199 pro-rata, per annum + 10.5% superannuation + access to salary packaging

• Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022

Eligibility:

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

A Certificate III, or equivalent Diploma, from a registered tertiary institution, or an equivalent qualification, appropriate to the nature of the work.

Please note:

Some phlebotomy training will be provided for those successful applicants who have training in a similar field where venepuncture is performed. e.g., veterinary nursing and enrolled nursing.

The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre‑employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted:

1. Conviction checks in the following areas:

• Crimes of violence
• sex related offences
• serious drug offences
• crimes involving dishonesty

2. Identification check
3. Disciplinary action in previous employment check.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

We encourage you to review the Applicant Guide, Statement of Duties, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and selection criteria.

Statement of Duties

• (image) 511311 Phlebotomy Technician Band 3 (October 2022) HR22.pdf
• (image) 511311 Phlebotomy Technician Band 3 (October 2022) HR22.docx

Applicant Guide

• Department of Health - Applicant Guide June 22.pdf
• Department of Health - Applicant Guide June 22.docx

How to Apply

Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen. This ensures important questions about you are answered.

You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties.

Please note:

• We do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties.
• All attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
• Referee details are submitted as part of the online application so make sure you have the contact details of two referees before applying.

For more information (Contact Officer)

Claire Beattie
Nurse Unit Manager
(03) 6166 0152
[email protected]

Important information

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