Principal Veterinarian (Pathology)
| Published | April 18, 2022 |
| Expires | May 4, 2022 |
| Location | Brisbane South, QLD, Australia |
| Category | Government positions |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Closing Date | 04/05/2022 |
| Salary | $115314 - $123480 |
| Reference Number | QLD/415941/22 |
| Supporting Document/s |
415941-22-Role-Description.docx
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| Contact Name | Louise Jackson |
| Contact Phone | (07) 3708 8762 |
Description
Key tasks and responsibilities of the role (your contribution)
• Apply knowledge and specialist skills in veterinary pathology to facilitate the efficient delivery of veterinary diagnostic, including:
o surveillance for, diagnosis of and response to exotic disease incursions, emerging diseases, residue issues, zoonoses and endemic diseases of animals
o case management, performing gross and microscopic pathological examination of animal tissues, interpreting laboratory results and providing comprehensive reports to internal and external stakeholders
o rigorous information analysis and interpretation of diagnostic and surveillance data to inform policy matters, development of internal strategies and to support Qld and national animal health monitoring and market outcomes.
• Lead a specialised team of veterinary pathologists to ensure the provision of complex, leading-edge diagnostic and surveillance testing, including:
o being directly responsible for managing a team of staff including associated corporate governance compliance and people management duties (HR policy, WHS management, recruitment, leave, timesheets etc)
o manage own and teamwork priorities to ensure assigned tasks are undertaken effectively and efficiently, and to ensure compliance with NATA ISO:17025 accreditation standards and other relevant regulations
o model professional excellence, share knowledge via mentoring, and nurture a positive team culture by fostering individual contribution, team performance and continuous improvement.
• Support effective working relationships with relevant external stakeholders at the national, state and local level to promote and improve stakeholder engagement by:
o representation at stakeholder meetings and on state or national committees and working groups
o work closely with private and government veterinarians and other clients to consistently understand and meet their needs, thereby maintaining a high level of customer service
o proactively and effectively communicate and collaborate with other laboratory staff to improve team performance, actively resolve problems and address scientific challenges, and support other areas of the laboratory at the request of the Manager.
• Through participation in an active professional development program:
o develop and maintain an expert, contemporary awareness and understanding of trends and developments in livestock, wildlife and aquatic animal disease and diagnostic techniques
o contribute to national and international professional bodies and associated networks, and publish in relevant veterinary journals.
Applications to remain current for 12 months
Job Ad Reference: QLD/415941/22
Closing Date: Wednesday, 4 May 2022
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