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Central Adelaide Local Health Network

Statewide – SA Pathology 

• Salary: MeS3- $104,180.00 - $116,693.00 p.a. + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Berri SA, 5343
• Full Time, Contracted Role up to 7 months

About the role

As a Medical Scientist (MeS3), you will be responsible for leading the delivery of high-quality, multi-disciplinary pathology services within a regional laboratory setting. This role oversees all operational aspects, including specimen reception, local collection centres, courier networks, and laboratory performance. You will play a vital role in ensuring the laboratory maintains compliance with accreditation standards, achieves key performance indicators, and delivers accurate and timely diagnostic services to the community.

This position offers the opportunity to apply advanced scientific and technical expertise while also contributing to staff development through supervision, training, and mentoring of laboratory personnel. You will be actively involved in diagnostic problem-solving, planning, and reporting, while also engaging with local clients and stakeholders to maintain and grow service delivery. Travel to maintain your professional competency and support regional operations forms an essential part of this diverse and rewarding role.

About You

• Experience in the management of a multi-discipline laboratory is preferred
• Strong people skills and experience with clients is desirable
• Extensive scientific knowledge in one or more relevant disciplines, QMS, and LIS is desirable
• Reimbursement can be sought for relocation in line with relevant guidelines
• Opportunities for Professional development exist, including intra and interstate

About us

Berri is located along the Murray River in the centre of the Riverland region. The Riverland is a wine and citrus region where you can buy your fresh fruit from stalls on the side of the road or visit the many eatery and drinkeries on weekends. In your backyard you’ll have various National Parks and Reserves along the river popular for fishing, camping, hiking, water sports and more. The Riverland is made up of 5 major towns separated by only 15-30 minutes all of which offer plenty of sporting and community clubs to get involved with.

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: 908597

Enquiries to:

Mark Hancock

Telephone: 08 8222 3052

Email: Mark.Hancock@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Friday 18^th July 2025

Attachments

 908597 MeS3 Regional Role Description SA Pathology - Laboratory Manager.pdf

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