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Central Adelaide Local Health Network

Statewide – SA Pathology 

• Salary: OPS1 - $29,725 - $54,680 p.a. (pro-rata) + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Salary: OPS2 - $57,842 - $62,221 p.a. (pro-rata) + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Various Locations SA
• Part Time, Contracted Roles up to 21 Aug 2025

About the role(s)

OPS1

• Is a patient sensitive role that requires a duty of care.
• Contribute to the efficient operation of Patient Services by providing a high level of customer service and care to patients during the course of duties: Phlebotomy, specimen collection, specimen management and administration including use of Laboratory Information Systems.
• The management of specimens in the pre-analytical stage that ensures the delivery of quality samples for testing that leads to the timely diagnosis and treatment of patients.

OPS2

• Is a patient sensitive role that requires a duty of care
• Contribute to the efficient operation of Patient Services by providing a high level of customer service and care to patients during the course of duties: Phlebotomy, specimen collection, specimen management and administration including use of Laboratory Information Systems.
• The management of specimens in the pre-analytical stage that ensures the delivery of quality samples for testing that leads to the timely diagnosis and treatment of the patient
• Contributes to the training and supervision of staff as relevant.
• Depth and understanding of discipline and area of practice at a proficient level.
• Able to take full responsibility for own work and that of others where applicable
• Deals with complex situations holistically, able to make confident decisions

Educational/Vocational Qualifications:

• Successful completion of the Certificate III in Pathology Specimen Collection.
• Demonstrated participation in front line supervision
• Demonstrated knowledge of National Association of Testing Authorities (NATA).

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

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: 876835

Enquiries to:

SA Pathology Southern Management

Telephone: 8204 5705

Email: Health.SAPathologySouthernManagement@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Wednesday 21st May 2025

Attachments

 876835 OPS1 Phlebotomist Role Description.pdf

 876835 OPS 2 Phlebotomist Role Description.pdf

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