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Central Adelaide Local Health Network

• Statewide – SA
• SA Pathology, Adelaide
• Salary  MeS-1  $68,478 - $83,594 p.a. (pro-rata) + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Permanent full-time positions 

About the role

As a valued member of our laboratory team, you will apply your scientific and technical expertise to perform a variety of diagnostic and transfusion-related procedures that support safe and effective patient care. Your work will involve testing and verifying pre-transfusion specimens, conducting antenatal serology and antibody investigations, managing the dispatch of blood and blood products, and validating quality control results to ensure the highest laboratory standards are maintained.

Working on a 24/7 roster, you’ll play a key role in maintaining essential 24-hour service delivery. With guidance and supervision, you will also have the opportunity to contribute to the development, selection, and implementation of new techniques and methodologies, while participating in planning, analysis, and reporting processes that support continuous improvement and innovation in diagnostic services.

About You

You’re a dedicated and detail-oriented laboratory professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about delivering high-quality diagnostic services. You take pride in your technical expertise, accuracy, and ability to support safe and efficient patient care.

• Qualified with a Bachelor of Applied Science (Medical Laboratory Science) or equivalent.
• Skilled in performing diagnostic testing, troubleshooting equipment, and following laboratory quality procedures.
• A proactive team player with strong communication skills and the ability to prioritise tasks to meet daily workload targets.
• Experienced in using analytical laboratory equipment and software applications, with a focus on accuracy, reliability, and continuous improvement.

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

• Salary Benefits: Enjoy flexible salary packaging options, including up to $9,010 each FBT year for living expenses (such as mortgage, rent, utilities and groceries) plus an additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses.
• Annual Leave: Enjoy paid recreation leave for essential rejuvenation, with leave loading applied.
• Health and Fitness Benefits: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program for you and your family, plus an annual voluntary flu vaccination to support your wellbeing.
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling and support services for you and your family via our Employee Assistance Program.

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:  91081

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Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Friday 24th October 2025

Attachments

 919081 RD RAH Blood Bank - Medical Scientist.pdf

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