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Central Adelaide Local Health Network

Statewide – SA Pathology

• Salary: MeS1 - $68,478 - $83,594 p.a. + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Port Lincoln SA, 5606
• Full Time, Contracted Role up to 7 Aug 2026

About the role

As the Medical Scientist, you will play an important role in delivering high-quality pathology services within a regional laboratory setting. In this hands-on scientific position, you will contribute to a multi-disciplinary diagnostic service by performing a range of routine testing procedures with accuracy, professionalism and attention to detail. You will be involved in the full testing cycle—problem definition, planning, execution, analysis and reporting—ensuring reliable results that support timely clinical decision making for patients and clinicians across the region.

Working under supervision, you will also have opportunities to participate in the development and adoption of new laboratory techniques and methodologies. You will collaborate with experienced scientists and technical staff, strengthening your professional capability while contributing to continuous quality improvement. This role offers an excellent pathway for emerging scientists to develop their technical skills, build confidence in a supportive team environment and play a meaningful role in providing essential diagnostic services to regional communities.

About You

You are a reliable, motivated and detail-oriented emerging scientist who thrives in a structured laboratory environment. With strong technical capability, a commitment to high-quality diagnostic work and the ability to follow established procedures with accuracy, you are ready to contribute meaningfully to a multidisciplinary regional pathology service. You work well within a team, stay proactive when challenges arise and communicate clearly with staff at all levels.

• Educational/Vocational Qualifications – You must meet NPAAC requirements for a medical scientist, holding an AQF7 degree with >70% pathology-relevant subjects, an equivalent overseas qualification recognised by AIMS, or an associate qualification awarded prior to 1 December 1973.

• Personal Abilities/Aptitudes/Skills – Ability to follow routine procedures with limited supervision; strong scientific and technical skills for diagnostic testing; effective teamwork; excellent time management and prioritisation; proactive approach to problem-solving; punctuality; clear oral and written communication; ability to troubleshoot equipment; commitment to confidentiality, customer service and high-quality laboratory work.

• Experience – Experience using analytical laboratory equipment; experience with laboratory computing, data retrieval and processing; and general experience in a pathology laboratory environment.

• Knowledge – Knowledge of laboratory principles and concepts; sound understanding of scientific practice; and familiarity with quality procedures.

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: 921288

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Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Friday 12^th December 2025

Attachments

 921288 MeS1 Regional Role Description SA Pathology - Medical Scientist.pdf

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