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Central Adelaide Local Health Network

• Statewide – SA pathology, Adelaide
• Salary  MeS-3  $104,180 - $116,693 p.a. (pro-rata) + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Permanent full-time

About the role

We’re looking for a driven and detail-oriented professional to join our team and play a key role in delivering high-quality diagnostic pathology services. In this hands-on position, you'll apply your scientific and technical expertise to perform and evaluate a variety of diagnostic techniques that are essential to patient care. You’ll be actively involved in planning, executing and reporting results, while ensuring the day-to-day operations of the service are efficient, accurate and cost-effective. Your contributions will directly support positive health outcomes and enhance the performance of our diagnostic team.

This role offers the opportunity to engage in continuous improvement and innovation, with scope to contribute to the development and adoption of new methodologies and technologies. You'll assist in training and supervising laboratory staff, while also supporting teaching and research initiatives within the department. Working closely with the Unit Head and Directorate Manager, you’ll have a say in shaping the strategic direction of the discipline. If you're passionate about advancing pathology services and enjoy working in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment, we’d love to hear from you.

About You

You’re a qualified and experienced medical laboratory scientist with a strong foundation in diagnostic pathology and a commitment to delivering high-quality patient care. With well-developed technical and communication skills, you thrive in a collaborative environment and are ready to take the next step in your career.

• Hold a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Applied Science (Medical Laboratory Science) or equivalent

• Demonstrated experience in diagnostic testing, including HPLC and/or mass spectrometry

• Strong knowledge of quality systems, laboratory standards, and WHS practices

• Excellent communication, time management, and problem-solving skills with the ability to supervise and support team members

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:  903798

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Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Friday 13 June 2025

Attachments

 903798 RD Medical Scientist Section Supervisor Pharmacology.pdf

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