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Central Adelaide Local Health Network

Statewide – SA Pathology 

• Salary: MeS1 - $68,478 - $83,594 p.a. + (pro-rata) Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Adelaide SA
• Part Time, Contracted Role available up to 12 months 

About the role

Join our dedicated Blood Bank team at the Royal Adelaide Hospital as a Medical Scientist, where you’ll play a vital role in delivering high-quality laboratory services. In this position, you will perform a range of critical functions, including testing and verifying pre-transfusion specimens, conducting antenatal serology and antibody investigations, and ensuring the accurate dispatch of blood and blood products. You will also validate quality control results, supporting the delivery of safe and effective transfusion services.

With opportunities to apply your scientific and technical expertise, you will contribute to routine diagnostic techniques, from planning and execution to analysis and reporting. Additionally, you will be involved in developing, selecting, and adopting innovative methodologies, enhancing the laboratory’s capabilities. This role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact in patient care while advancing your professional skills in a collaborative and supportive environment.

About You

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Medical Scientist to join our Blood Bank team. You will bring strong technical expertise, a collaborative mindset, and a commitment to delivering high-quality laboratory services. Key requirements include:

• Technical Expertise: Experience in using analytical laboratory equipment, laboratory computing, and performing high-quality diagnostic tests following standard procedures.
• Knowledge and Compliance: Broad understanding of Immunohaematology and Transfusion Medicine, as well as knowledge of quality procedures, accreditation, and legislative requirements in pathology laboratories.
• Problem-Solving and Initiative: Proven ability to identify and resolve issues, troubleshoot laboratory equipment, and proactively address potential problems in a timely manner.
• Teamwork and Communication: Strong ability to work effectively in a team environment, manage time efficiently, and communicate clearly with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels.

If you’re passionate about contributing to life-saving medical services and thrive in a dynamic and professional environment, we’d love to hear from you!

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

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:

• Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and compliant 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.

Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position. 

Job ref: 892036

Enquiries to:

Helen Stathopoulos

Telephone: 70741200

Email: Helen.Stathopoulos@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Friday 7^th February 2025

Attachments

 892036 MeS1 BB Role Description SA Pathology - Medical Scientist Grade 1_.pdf

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