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Central Adelaide Local Health Network

Statewide – SA Pathology 

• Salary: MeS2 - $88,255.00- $108,809.00p.a. + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Bedford Park SA, 5042
• Full Time, Contracted Role up to 10 Jul 2026

About the role

As a Medical Scientist, you will apply your advanced professional expertise to perform complex diagnostic procedures and deliver high-level scientific services. You will utilise your specialised knowledge and growing professional competence to support a range of client groups, using your clinical judgement to select and apply appropriate diagnostic methods and troubleshoot where necessary.

In this role, you will be responsible for validating quality control processes at a supervisory level and will contribute to the continuous improvement of laboratory practices under the direction of management. Your expertise, developed through professional growth and operational experience, will play a key role in ensuring accurate results, service excellence, and adherence to quality standards in a dynamic healthcare environment.

About You

You are an experienced and highly motivated laboratory professional with strong scientific expertise and a commitment to delivering high-quality pathology services. You thrive in dynamic environments, demonstrate excellent problem-solving abilities, and have a collaborative, solutions-focused approach to your work.

• Proven ability to perform, evaluate, and troubleshoot high-quality laboratory testing and maintain relevant scientific equipment.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a professional approach to internal and external stakeholder engagement.

• Demonstrated experience in quality control, assurance monitoring, and the use of laboratory software applications.

• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to work independently, prioritise tasks, and maintain performance under pressure.

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: 905048

Enquiries to:

Darren Scott

Telephone: 0882045654

Email: darren.scott2@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Friday 20^th June 2025

Attachments

 905048 MeS2 Standard Role Description SA Pathology - Medical Scientist (1).pdf

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