The purpose of this role is to provide efficient and effective mortuary and pathology support services, assisting with mortuary operations, autopsies, specimen management and laboratory activities while ensuring the dignity, respect and confidentiality of deceased persons is maintained at all times.

 

What you'll do

In this role you will assist with mortuary operations and the management of deceased persons, support pathologists during hospital and coronial autopsies, prepare bodies for viewing, identification and transfer, undertake administrative and specimen management activities, utilise laboratory and mortuary information systems, liaise with Queensland Police Service, funeral directors and healthcare professionals, contribute to quality improvement initiatives, maintain safe and compliant work practices, and support the delivery of respectful and professional mortuary services.

 

About you

We are searching for someone who:

• Can demonstrate professionalism, integrity and confidentiality in sensitive environments
• Has strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Can work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• Has sound judgement, critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Can maintain a safe, organised and respectful workplace environment
• Is comfortable working in a mortuary environment and supporting post-mortem procedures

 

Why work with us?

Work alongside passionate professionals in a supportive and inclusive environment that values people and prioritises employee success and wellbeing. This includes

Competitive salaries

• 12.75% superannuation
• 17.5% leave loading

Employee wellbeing

• 38 hour full time working week
• Access to 24/7 confidential employee support providers and counsellors including for immediate family members
• Additional flexibility to support your work life balance including access to generous leave entitlements, such as purchased leave, domestic violence leave, reproductive health leave, cultural leave, study and examination leave.

Professional development

• Career progression with more than 300 diverse career pathways and career support to take you further!
• Access to a variety of programs and initiatives to support training and career growth.
• Grow your skills through hands-on experience and access to internal training opportunities and additional financial and leave benefits for approved external training and development.

 

Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion 

At Queensland Health, our work environment is inclusive and supportive, and we value our employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all cultures, abilities and backgrounds.

 

Our commitment to cultural safety, equity, diversity and inclusion means we understand some people may need changes to the recruitment process. If you need support during the recruitment process, such as meeting with the panel virtually instead of in person, please reach out to the hiring manager. We value diverse candidates and your need for adjustments will not affect our hiring decisions. 

 

Ready to apply?

For further information on how to apply please review the attached Role Description.

 

Applications will remain current for a period of up to 12 months and may be considered for other vacancies which may include an alternative employment basis such as temporary, full time or part time.