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• Central Adelaide Local Health Network
• Salary  MeS-1  $68,478 - $83,594  p.a. + Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Permanent full-time 

About the Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Cardiology Scientific Officer to join our dynamic team at the Royal Adelaide Hospital. Reporting to the Clinical Director of Cardiology, this role plays a vital part in enhancing the quality and safety of care delivered in the Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratory. You’ll be at the forefront of supporting continuous quality improvement initiatives by ensuring accurate and timely clinical data capture for established registries and contributing to the optimisation of Cath Lab workflows.

In this multifaceted role, you’ll provide day-to-day support for medical staff, assisting with both technical and administrative tasks related to quality assurance and, when required, clinical research. You will play a key part in maintaining high-quality documentation of patient care episodes, facilitating effective communication with referring practitioners, and supporting research and audit activities. This is a rewarding opportunity to work in a collaborative environment where your skills will directly impact patient outcomes and service excellence.

About You

You are a motivated and detail-focused professional with a background in health, science, or a related field, and a passion for supporting quality care through data and administrative excellence. Your strong organisational skills and ability to work both independently and collaboratively make you an ideal fit for this dynamic role.

• Tertiary qualification in Science, Health Science, Nursing, Allied Health, or similar

• Strong analytical, communication and stakeholder engagement skills

• Experience supporting clinical, research, or health-related administrative tasks

• Solid understanding of medical terminology, data systems, and healthcare processes

About CALHN

At Central Adelaide (CALHN), we’re shaping the future of health through excellence in clinical care, research, and innovation.  As South Australia’s largest health network, we deliver exceptional, safe and connected healthcare—for our patients, our community, and our people.

With more than 17,000 dedicated employees, every day at CALHN presents an opportunity to make a real impact—not because it’s expected, but because our values guide us to be our best.

Join us and be part of a team that’s driven by a commitment to a seamless safe and connected experience for all.

Find out more about our stories , our network, and the opportunities to be part of CALHN.

Benefit of Joining CALHN

At CALHN, we're dedicated to your career satisfaction and wellbeing, offering tailored benefits for healthcare professionals, including:

• Salary Attractions: Flexible options for salary packaging covering living expenses, meal and entertainment allowances, and novated leasing.
• Annual Leave: Enjoy paid recreation leave for essential rejuvenation, with leave loading applied.
• Flexible Work Arrangements: 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.
• Health and Fitness Benefits: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program available to CALHN staff and their families.
• Career Opportunities: Explore career growth within the SA Health system with opportunities for skill development and movement across various metropolitan and regional sites.
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling and support services are available via our Employee Assistance Program.

Join CALHN for a fulfilling career bolstered by comprehensive benefits and unwavering commitment to your success.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

CALHN is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community.

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:  899611

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Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Friday 2 May 2025

Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply for further information

 899611 RD Cardiology Scientific Officer.pdf

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