Job reference: 21137
Brand: QML Pathology
Location: Sunshine Coast Region
Schedule: Reliever Position 26 hours per week. Reliever Monday to Friday
Why You Will Be Excited About This Role
At QML Pathology, a Healius business, we all share a passion for improving the health of Australians.
As a Pathology Collector, you will greet patients with a warm welcome, building lasting impressions and providing caring assurance that they are in good hands.
You will deliver quality patient care with full support and resources while fostering strong connections with the local communities you serve.
Join a network of passionate pathology collectors committed to being the best pathology provider in Australia.
About Us
QML Pathology is part of Healius, a network of over 100 medical laboratories and 2000 patient collection centres across metropolitan, regional and remote Australia. We deliver one-third of all pathology services in the country, servicing major hospitals and small Indigenous communities alike, offering job stability, interstate mobility and career ambition opportunities.
Why You Will Like Working Here
We are transforming how we work and offer a variety of positions – full-time, part-time, and casual – across local clinics.
Your manager will provide regular check‐ins and ongoing support to help you thrive.
You will be recognised with a Reward & Recognition program celebrating milestones such as 5, 10 and 20+ years of service.
Clear career progression paths include advancement to managerial roles and support for ongoing education.
What You Will Be Doing
As a Pathology Collector Reliever, you will be a core team member stepping into shifts to cover scheduled or unplanned absences across various Collection Clinics and hospital environments.
Tasks include collecting blood and non‐blood samples, coordinating specimens, ensuring meticulous records, delivering documentation within strict turnaround times, and packaging specimens for transport and testing.
Daily travel to different ACCs and hospitals within a specific geographical area is required.
Your key responsibilities will include:
* Collecting samples (blood and non‐blood) with care and attention
* Filling available shifts across a geographical area
* Keeping meticulous records for every patient and sample
* Delivering documentation within strict turnaround times
* Preparing and packaging specimens for transport and testing
* Liaising with customers, clinic staff and couriers
What Type Of Person Will Be Successful
You should be an experienced Pathology Collector, hold a Cert III in Pathology Collection or be keen to start a career in Pathology Collection. Registered Nurses seeking regular daytime shifts instead of weekend and overnight work may also apply.
Attributes & Skills
* Demonstrated experience and knowledge in phlebotomy, Certificate III in Pathology Collection or a healthcare background
* Excellent customer service and communication skills with high empathy
* Organised with strong time‐management and attention to detail
* Ability to work autonomously, sometimes independently in a solo clinic
* Valid driver's licence and flexibility to travel to multiple clinics
* Working with Children's Check holder or willingness to obtain one
* Australian citizen, permanent resident, New Zealand citizen or holder of a valid visa with permission to work
* Willingness to travel to varying clinics and hospitals as needed
A valid Working With Children Check (WWCC) is required for this role. You must either hold an existing WWCC or be willing to obtain one prior to commencing employment.
Vaccination Requirements
* Vaccine‐preventable disease evidence such as Hepatitis B is required.
* Additional vaccinations may be required based on location and setting.
Benefits And Wellbeing
* Benefits platform – everyday savings with over 500 Australia‐loved brands, from grocery shopping to holiday perks.
* Fitness Passport – subsidised access to top fitness centres and pools across Australia.
* Corporate health insurance discounts, banking benefits and salary packaging via novated leasing.
* Career growth and development opportunities with a comprehensive online learning library.
* Confidential health and well‐being support through the Employee Assistance Program for employees and their families.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
QML Pathology is an equal‐opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We recruit from diverse applicants and build teams with complementary skills, perspectives and experiences. We welcome qualified applicants regardless of age, ethnicity, socio‐cultural background, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.
Healius participates in the Commonwealth Government's Veteran Employment Commitment (VEC) and is recognised as a Veteran Employment Supporter. Veterans and candidates with Australian Defence Force experience are encouraged to apply.
Employment Statement
Healius is committed to responding to every applicant.
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