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Central Adelaide Local Health Network

Statewide – SA Pathology

• Salary: MeS2 - $88,255.00- $108,809.00p.a. (pro-rata) + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Various Locations, SA
• Part Time, Permanent Role working 15 hours per week

About the role

As a Medical Scientist in SA Pharmacy, you will play a vital role in supporting the safe and cost-effective delivery of drug therapies that enhance patient outcomes. Reporting to the Senior Quality Assurance/Control Scientist – Team Leader and working closely with pharmacy leaders, you will be responsible for coordinating and providing quality control across designated SA Pharmacy sites. Your work will ensure that all manufactured therapeutic goods meet the highest standards of safety, compliance and effectiveness, while contributing to the delivery of a reliable and efficient pharmacy service.

This role also provides the opportunity to mentor, train and support pharmacy staff, graduates and students, helping to build capability across the team and strengthen the Quality Control Service. You will contribute to planning and practice reviews, guide the development of policies and procedures, and act as a point of contact for clinicians and service units on quality assurance matters. With a strong focus on compliance with Good Manufacturing Practice and the Therapeutic Goods Act, you will apply your professional judgement and technical expertise to ensure the safe manufacture, management and accountability of medicines across SA Pharmacy.

About You

We are seeking a motivated and skilled professional with a strong background in laboratory science who is committed to delivering high-quality results in a collaborative environment. You will bring technical expertise, problem-solving ability, and a passion for continuous improvement, ensuring safe and effective laboratory operations.

• Technical Expertise – Bachelor qualification in Medical Laboratory Science (or equivalent) with demonstrated competence in analytical chemistry, microbiology, and operation of specialised equipment such as HPLC.

• Problem-Solving and Initiative – Ability to work independently and as part of a team, using initiative to identify issues, analyse problems and implement practical solutions.

• Leadership and Training – Proven experience in coordinating laboratory operations, including training, supervising and supporting staff to achieve high standards.

• Professionalism and Communication – Strong organisational and communication skills, with a commitment to confidentiality, ethical practice, WHS, EEO and diversity principles.

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: 915113

Enquiries to:

Balvinder Kaur Saini

Telephone: 08 7074 0116

Email: Balvinder.Saini@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Friday 24^th October 2025

Attachments

 915113 SA Pharmacy MeS-2 Quality Assurance.pdf

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