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Central Adelaide Local Health Network

Statewide – SA Pathology

• Salary: OPS2 - $58,709 - $63,154 p.a. + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Adelaide SA, 5000
• Full Time, Contracted Role up to 12 months

About the role

As an Operational Services Officer (Laboratory), you will play a vital part in supporting the delivery of high-quality diagnostic services across SA Health. In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for sorting and accessioning specimens, ensuring accurate data entry, and assisting with the preparation, storage, and transport of samples in line with established protocols.

You will also act as a key point of contact for internal and external enquiries, providing professional and timely support to colleagues and healthcare providers. This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic laboratory team where your skills and attention to detail will directly contribute to patient care outcomes.

About You

You are a detail-oriented and reliable team player with a commitment to delivering high-quality support in a fast-paced laboratory environment.

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

• Proven experience in pathology laboratory operations, data entry, and handling customer enquiries professionally.

• Excellent teamwork, communication, and customer service skills, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.

• Confident using computers, databases, and laboratory information systems, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and escalation.

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: 909494

Enquiries to:

Andy Nguyen

Telephone: 08222 3773

Email: hung.nguyen@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Friday 8^th August 2025

Attachments

 909494 Role Description-Operational Services Officer (OPS2).pdf

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