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Statewide – SA Pathology - Royal Adelaide Hospital

Technical Officer - Biochemistry / Haematology

• Salary: TGO1 - $48,788.00 - $70,032.00 p.a. + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Adelaide CBD
• Full Time, Contracted Role up to 12 months

About the role

As a Technical Officer (TGO1), you will contribute to the delivery of high-quality services of the largest Core Laboratory in South Australia, through the application of sound knowledge, practical expertise and established procedures in Biochemistry and Haematology. Working either independently or as part of a supportive team, you will undertake activities that require technical skill and experience, applying standardised practices to a diverse range of highly automated laboratory tasks. 

In this role, you will participate in triaging of specimens, quality control, reagent management and instrument maintenance to ensure Timely and accurate results. You will bring a proactive and reliable approach, ensuring tasks are completed accurately and efficiently while contributing to a positive team culture and continuous improvement in technical processes and service standards. 

Your work will directly support service delivery in the Royal Adelaide Hospital, supporting the best patient outcomes with timely and accurate results. 

About You

You are a motivated and detail-oriented technical professional who enjoys working in a laboratory environment and contributing to high-quality service delivery. With a strong foundation in laboratory principles and a proactive, team-focused approach, you are committed to accuracy, safety and customer service excellence.

• Qualifications & Laboratory Capability – Hold a Diploma or Advanced Diploma in an approved and recognised qualification, with general laboratory experience and sound knowledge of laboratory principles, scientific concepts and routine laboratory practices.

• Organisation & Technical Skills – Able to work under limited supervision, follow written and verbal instructions, prioritise workloads and meet defined timelines. You bring strong numerical, keyboard and computer skills to support efficient and accurate task completion.

• Teamwork & Communication – Demonstrated experience working effectively within a team environment, with excellent oral and written communication skills and positive commitment to customer service. You build professional working relationships and contribute to a supportive workplace culture.

• Initiative, Integrity & Safety – Able to use initiative to solve problems and manage variable workloads to a high standard. You handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately and maintain a strong understanding of Work Health and Safety legislation and safe laboratory practices.

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: 929010

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Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Friday 13^th March 2026

Attachments

 929010 TGO1 Standard Role Description SA Pathology - Technical Officer (11).pdf

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