Careers search

Central Adelaide Local Health Network

Statewide – SA Pathology

• Salary: MeS1 - $68,478 - $83,594 p.a. +  Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Adelaide CBD
• Full Time, Contracted Role up to 12 months

About the role

As a Medical Scientist, you will play an important role in supporting the delivery of high-quality diagnostic services through the application of your scientific knowledge and technical capability. Working within a collaborative laboratory environment, you will undertake a range of routine diagnostic techniques, contributing to problem definition, planning, execution, analysis and the reporting of results that support accurate and timely clinical decision-making.

In this position, you will also contribute to the ongoing development of the service by assisting in the validation and implementation of new Flow Cytometry tests under appropriate supervision. Your commitment to precision, continuous learning and teamwork will be essential as you help maintain high standards of scientific practice and support the laboratory’s evolving diagnostic capabilities.

About You

You will bring the essential qualifications, technical capability and professional attributes needed to contribute effectively to a high-quality diagnostic laboratory service. The criteria below outline the key capabilities for success in this role.

Essential Minimum Requirements
Educational / Vocational Qualifications:
As per the relevant Role Description – see qualification requirements set out under NPAAC guidelines for Medical Scientists.

You will also demonstrate:

• Technical proficiency and analytical capability – skilled in performing diagnostic tests, using analytical laboratory equipment, maintaining instrumentation, and applying scientific principles with accuracy and attention to detail.

• Effective teamwork and communication – able to work cooperatively within a multidisciplinary environment, communicate clearly with colleagues and stakeholders, and deliver consistently high standards of customer service.

• Strong organisation and problem-solving skills – able to prioritise tasks, meet daily workload targets, use initiative to identify issues early, and develop practical, timely solutions.

• Professionalism and reliability – punctual, proactive, able to handle confidential information appropriately, follow routine procedures with minimal supervision, and use laboratory software systems confidently.

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: 920091

Enquiries to:

Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Friday 12^th December 2025

Attachments

 920091 Grant funded MeS1 role description Flow Cytometry.pdf

Australian applicant guidelines

International applicant guidelines