Pathology Collector Grade 2 to Grade 4 - Cancer Imaging

Date: 21 Jan 2025

Site: VCCC (Parkville)

Location:

MELBOURNE, VIC, AU, 3000

Company: Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre

Unit: Cancer Imaging Nursing

Division: Chief Operating Officer

Department: Cancer Imaging Operations

Enterprise Agreement: Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sect

Cancer Imaging Nursing

At Peter Mac we aim to continuously improve cancer care, research and education across all cancers and for all people affected by cancer: changing lives, breaking new ground. Everything we do is underpinned by our core values, Excellence, Compassion and Innovation. Welcoming people from a wide variety of different backgrounds and experiences is critical to fostering innovation, cultivating compassion, attracting and retaining top talent and providing the best possible cancer care for our patients.

YOUR ROLE IN OUR FUTURE

Fixed Term Full time Role

The Cancer Imaging department provides diagnostic, therapeutic and interventional services for both inpatients and outpatients. With an expanding and diverse patient population, this is an area of growth and an exciting place to work with application of new research and therapies.

Cancer Imaging is seeking a Pathology Collector who will be supporting patient care in CT by providing patient preparation including completion of patient questionnaires and intravenous cannulation prior to CT.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, patient focused, pathology collector to work preferably across 5 days for a fixed term 12 month contract. The successful applicant will have the following skills (or willing to work towards):

To be successful in this role you will be able to demonstrate:

Certificate III or higher in Pathology Collection
2 years’ experience
Part time considered.
Ability to work independently in a fast paced environment
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
Commitment to flexible working hours

Applicants to this role should provide a covering letter outlining relative key skills and experience to assist us with our assessment.

For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position summary.

Alternatively, please contact us using the information below for a confidential discussion.

Hiring Manager: Ben O'Sullivan, Chief Radiographer
Email: Ben.osullivan@petermac.org

Phone: 0411 142 396 or 85596622

Applications Close: 11:59PM Tuesday 11 February 2025.
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Position Summary

To provide quality pathology collection service to inpatients and outpatients in Cancer Imaging.

The Pathology Collector is accountable for:

Correctly and skilfully collecting, labelling, packaging, and timely dispatch of pathology specimens to the laboratory.
Providing an excellent patient experience
The accurate recording of patient information regarding patients and specimensin accordance with practice instructions
Maintaining a high level of skill in pathology specimen collection adhering to infection control policies.
Perform Electrocardiography (ECG).
Safely and effectively perform cannulation in accordance with Peter MacCallum’s policies and procedures

Enterprise Agreement

Health and Allied Services, Managers and Administrative Workers (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021-2025

Classification or Salary Range

Grade 2 to Grade 4- ID24 to IN27

Immunisation Risk Category

Immunisation Category A

Key Relationships

Internal	Nurse Unit Manager Practice Development Nurse Nursing Staff Allied Health Staff- Radiographers, Nuclear Medicine Technicians Medical Staff Administrative team members Patient Support Staff Patients, Families and Carers
External	Community services Universities and other relevant professional development bodies Primary Health Agencies Public Hospitals General Public

Education

Skills

• Certificate III (essential) or Certificate IV (highly desirable) in Pathology Collection from an approved educational institution.
• 2+ years of Pathology Collection experience
• Able to perform intravenous cannulation or willing to work towards
• High level of clinical skill in specimen collection.
• Is capable of prioritising work with a ‘can do’ approach to a busy workload, within established policies, guidelines and procedures.
• Displays commitment and enthusiasm for the job. A strong work ethic.
• A basic knowledge of medical terminology.
• Demonstrated excellent customer service skills
• Ability to interact with others through the use of communication and other interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated a high degree of professionalism
• Able to perform intravenous cannulation

Certifications, Licenses & Registrations

Key Accountabilities

Key Accountabilities	Demonstrated by / Key Performance Indicators
1. Pathology Collection Practices	Demonstrate expertise in pathology collection to ensure the provision of quality of care to all patients Adhere to patient identification policy and process. Collection of specimens from the right patient and the right specimen type at all times, adhering the patient identification policy and process. Advise Registered Nurse or Modality Lead of any adverse episodes whilst in the performance of duties. Practice with direct or indirect supervision of the Registered Nurse in a complementary and collaborative role providing high quality care. Demonstrate professional accountability related to work practice. Apply assessment skills which are context specific and relevant to care of the oncology patient within scope of practise. Recognise and respond to patient's individual needs in a professional manner.
2. Communication and Documentation	Feedback from NUM and ANUM indicates workload being managed effectively and efficiently. Evidence of accurate and complete documentation that adheresto hospital pathology procedures. Work as a member of a multidisciplinary team and contribute to the effective communication with other pathology collection team membersto provide the best care for patients Develop and maintain a high standard of customer service respecting the wishes of the patient. Documentation to reflect legal and professional requirements, and continuity of care.
3. Education and Continuous Development	Evidence of collaborative practice with health care team Evidence of understanding and practise within professional boundaries. Practice demonstratesintegration of workplace safety policies and legislation. Demonstrate responsibility for own learning through attendance at relevant short course programs. Initiate strategiesto promote the learning of colleagues and others. Contribute to the development and review of unit based philosophies, policies, procedures and protocols Adhere to all Peter Mac policies, procedures and guidelines and demonstrate competency in performing technical skills relevant to level of expertise Participate in in-service education program provided by the department. Attend and participate in regular team meetings as directed by Nurse Unit Manager. Maintain Emergency Procedure Training on an annual basis and Mandatory training within the Department, including Basic Life Support, No Lift/Manual Handling Training

Key Accountabilities (Contd..)

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For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position profile. Alternatively, please contact us for a confidential discussion.

Peter Mac requires its staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Please contact us if you would like to discuss this requirement.

WHY WORK FOR PETER MAC

Peter Mac offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally.
Our staff benefits include award winning facilities, professional development and events, a health and wellbeing program, flexible work practices and policies and financial benefits such as salary packaging.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.