Transfusion Medicine Specialist
- Provide specialist advice on blood products and transfusion practices.
- Contribute to quality, audit, and accreditation activities in molecular haematology.
- Develop and deliver education for registrars and staff.
- Permanent part-time opportunity working 30.4 hours per week
- Offering salary $230k - $290k base (FTE) + super + salary packaging + professional development allowance
- Located at Brisbane Processing Centre
Discover life-giving possibilities
Lifeblood is more than just a job or a career, it’s an opportunity to be part of something that matters. As an organisation, our purpose is simple: life giving donations, for life changing outcomes. Together, we want to help you build a fulfilling career with Lifeblood.
About the role
In this role, you will provide timely specialist advice to clinicians and stakeholders on blood products, adverse transfusion reactions and appropriate transfusion practice. You will report diagnostic results and contribute to quality, audit and accreditation activities within molecular haematology, while working collaboratively with medical, scientific and operational colleagues as part of a national team.
You will also contribute to new assay development, validation, diagnostic innovation and approved research projects. An important component of the role will be developing and delivering education for registrars, staff and external audiences, including presentations and publications. The position also participates in rostered daily duties and after-hours on-call arrangements, supporting the delivery of a responsive and high-quality specialist service.
This role includes participation in an after-hours on-call roster, with an on-call allowance provided for employees who participate equitably in the roster. The roster is approximately one week in every six to seven weeks. The position also includes a professional allowance, recognising the specialist expertise and professional responsibilities associated with the role.
Sound interesting? Here’s what we’re looking for:
- A medical degree and current registration with the Medical Board of Australia, including an AHPRA registration number.
- Fellowship of the RCPA, with or without RACP Fellowship.
- Experience in molecular haematopathology.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage changing priorities.
- Well-developed written and verbal communication skills and a commitment to service excellence.
Benefits and Wellbeing
We place our employee's well-being at the forefront and express gratitude and care for one another. As an Australian Workplace Equality Index recognised employer and one of Australia’s menopause-friendly organisations, we celebrate diversity and support all our people.
In addition to being a part of an organisation that is the heartbeat of the nation, you will have access to the following:
- Ability to purchase additional annual leave
- Access to salary packaging with an option to package up to $15,900 for living expenses and $2,650 for meals and entertainment
- 14 weeks paid parental leave - no waiting period for either parent
- Our dedicated employee assistance program - Sonder that you can access 24/7 from an app on your phone
- Plus, many more!
Is Lifeblood your reason? Apply NOW!
We’re proud to be a Circle Back Initiative Employer for 2026 and commit to respond to every applicant. You’ll hear from us once your application has been reviewed.
If this advert is still live, we're still accepting applications. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, as opportunities can progress quickly.
Have a question about the role or do you need support or adjustments during any stage of the recruitment process? Email Sami, our AI Careers Assistant, at ****************************. To help Sami provide the most relevant information, please include the role title and location in your email. Sami can assist with common recruitment questions, and if your enquiry requires additional support, it will be escalated to our Talent Acquisition team.
Please note: we can’t accept applications sent directly to this email address.
This vacancy is being managed directly by Lifeblood’s Talent Acquisition team. We won’t be accepting applications from external recruitment agencies for this role.
We vet all employer accounts and do our best to keep job ads safe, but scams can still occur. Be cautious when sharing personal information — never provide financial details or make payments during the application process. For extra security, use the Apply button on our site when proceeding.