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Central Adelaide Local Health Network

Statewide - SA Pathology 

• Salary: TGO0 - $24,921 - $59,991 (p.a.) + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Salary: TGO1 - $47,356 - $67,977 (p.a.) + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Various Locations
• Multiple Full Time, Par Time Permanent/Contracted Roles available 

About the role(s)

Food & Environmental Laboratory

The technical officer is required to perform routine diagnostic laboratory functions in the Food and Environmental Laboratory, including specimen reception, processing of diagnostic samples (automated and manual), preliminary evaluation and reporting of associated results and data processing associated with diagnostic tests, dispatch of specimens and maintaining laboratory supplies.

The incumbent will rotate through several work areas of the laboratory and other laboratory sites in SA Pathology in order to acquire and maintain expertise.

The following objectives for a Technical Officer at the classification level of TGO 0/1 are as follows:

• Activities at this level may be undertaken on an individual basis or in a team, and will include a requirement to exercise knowledge.
• Perform duties which require expertise, experience and technical skills to apply standardised practices and procedures in the conduct of a range of technical activities.
• Participate in technical project work which requires a level of applied knowledge and skill, which can be gained by experience.

 831242 TGO-0-1 - Food & Enivironmental Lab - Updated July 2021 - V9.pdf

Virology/Serology/Molecular

The position is classified at the TGO-0/1 level by virtue of the overall level of job demand and responsibility, and particularly contains the requirement to apply standard practices and procedures in a technical environment. They will exercise their knowledge and apply technical expertise, experience and judgement within the Microbiology department.

The technical officer is required to perform routine diagnostic laboratory functions in the Microbiology Laboratory, including specimen reception, processing of diagnostic samples (automated and manual), preliminary evaluation and reporting of associated results and data processing associated with diagnostic tests, dispatch of specimens and maintaining laboratory supplies.

The incumbent will rotate through several work areas of the laboratory and other laboratory sites in SA Pathology in order to acquire and maintain expertise.

 831242 TGO-0-1 - Virology Serology Molecular - Updated July 2021 - V9.pdf

Bacteriology

The technical officer is required to perform routine diagnostic laboratory functions in the Microbiology Laboratory, including specimen reception, processing of diagnostic samples (automated and manual), preliminary evaluation and reporting of associated results and data processing associated with diagnostic tests, dispatch of specimens and maintaining laboratory supplies.

The incumbent will rotate through several work areas of the laboratory and other laboratory sites in SA Pathology in order to acquire and maintain expertise.

The following objectives for a Technical Officer at the classification level of TGO 0/1 are as follows:

• Activities at this level may be undertaken on an individual basis or in a team and will include a requirement to exercise knowledge.
• Perform duties which require expertise, experience and technical skills to apply standardised practices and procedures in the conduct of a range of technical activities.
• Participate in technical project work which requires a level of applied knowledge and skill, which can be gained by experience

 831242 TGO-0-1 - MID - Updated July 2021 - V9.pdf

About us

Statewide Clinical Support Services (SCSS) is a unique public healthcare organisation that serves health consumers and provides specialist clinical services to the health system in South Australia. SCSS encompasses BreastScreen SA, SA Dental, SA Medical Imaging, SA Pathology, and SA Pharmacy. Come and work with us to improve the health and well-being of South Australians, across all age groups and at any time of their life or health need.

What we offer

• Attractive salary packaging available
• Strong community minded culture and values providing world class care to South Australians
• Opportunity for movement across the SA Health system: There are always opportunities for you to develop your skills and your career at one of our many metropolitan or regional sites
• Generous relocation assistance may apply to eligible applicants 

Essential Requirements:

• Current National Police Clearance (NPC)
• Working With Children Check (DHS) 
• Immunisation screening as indicated in the role description. SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Diversity and inclusion:

Statewide supports and fosters a culture in which employees feel they belong and feel safe at work. The culture aims to encourage all people to use their talents and to be valued and rewarded for their contributions.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. 

Application Information:

• The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role. 

• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and/or additional relevant history screening that may be applicable and appropriate Immunisation screening. 

Job ref: 831242

Enquiries to:

Ashley Zviedrans

Email: Ashley.Zviedrans@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date

11:55 pm 31st May 2024

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