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• Central Adelaide Local Health Network
• The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Woodville
• Salary  TGO-1 $48,788 - $70,032 p.a.  (pro rata)+ Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Permanent part-time working 22.5 hours per week 

About the Role

As a Technical Officer, you will play a key role in supporting the therapeutic drug monitoring (TDM) laboratory, conducting complex drug assays to assist in the monitoring of patient therapies. You will be responsible for maintaining accurate test records, ensuring the availability and proper maintenance of reagents and consumables, and helping ensure the smooth operation of the laboratory. Your work will directly contribute to improving the quality of patient care and service delivery.

In addition to routine tasks, you will also have the opportunity to participate in research and development activities aimed at enhancing clinical practices and patient outcomes. Working closely with a collaborative team, you will utilise your expertise to drive innovation, optimise processes, and support the overall objectives of the TDM laboratory. This is an exciting opportunity for someone eager to contribute to advancing patient services and develop their career in a dynamic healthcare environment.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will bring a strong scientific or technical background along with a keen eye for detail. The ideal candidate will be proactive, adaptable, and able to thrive in a team-based environment. Your technical expertise, combined with your ability to maintain safety and cleanliness in the laboratory, will be key to success in this role.

• Tertiary qualification in a relevant scientific or technical field
• Experience in a pathology laboratory environment, with familiarity in lab systems
• Strong manual dexterity, analytical chemistry skills, attention to detail, and a clean and tidy work ethic
• Ability to work flexibly and collaboratively, while implementing safety protocols

About CALHN

At Central Adelaide (CALHN), we’re shaping the future of health through excellence in clinical care, research, and innovation.  As South Australia’s largest health network, we deliver exceptional, safe and connected healthcare—for our patients, our community, and our people.

With more than 17,000 dedicated employees, every day at CALHN presents an opportunity to make a real impact—not because it’s expected, but because our values guide us to be our best.

Join us and be part of a team that’s driven by a commitment to a seamless safe and connected experience for all.

Find out more about our stories , our network, and the opportunities to be part of CALHN.

Benefit of Joining CALHN

At CALHN, we're dedicated to your career satisfaction and wellbeing, offering tailored benefits for healthcare professionals, including:

• 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.
• Flexible Work Arrangements: The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
• Employee Recognition: Join a workplace where our people are celebrated through awards for innovation, collaboration, and outstanding contributions to health.
• Career Opportunities: Explore career growth within the SA Health system with opportunities for skill development and movement across various metropolitan and regional sites.

Join CALHN for a fulfilling career bolstered by comprehensive benefits and unwavering commitment to your success.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

CALHN is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community.

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:  919536

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Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Friday 28 November 2025

Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply for further information

 919536 RD Technical Officer, Clinical Pharmacology.pdf

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