Central Adelaide Local Health Network

Statewide – SA Pathology, Genetics and Molecular Pathology 

• Salary: MeS1 - $67,466 - $82,359 (p.a.)+ Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Salary: MeS2 - $86,950 - $107,201 (p.a.)+ Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Adelaide CBD
• Full Time, Permanent and Contracted Roles available 

About the role

The Medical Scientist will:

• Apply specialist knowledge of cytogenetics, molecular genetics or biochemical genetics to perform a range of complex tests for cancer and/or non-cancer related disorders, analysing the results and providing appropriate interpretation of the findings.
• Demonstrate increased professional expertise, competence and experience to perform standard professional tasks within the discipline.
• Have attained greater specialised knowledge within the discipline.
• Provide professional services to client groups in circumstances requiring increasingly complex practice skills.
• Apply scientific specialist knowledge towards the performance, analysis and trouble-shooting of standard diagnostic procedures.
• Apply professional judgement to select and apply new and existing methods and techniques. Demonstrate expertise obtained through appropriate professional development and operational experience.
• Responsible for the validation of Quality Control at the supervisory level under the direction of management.

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

Essential Requirements:

• Current National Police Clearance (NPC)
• Working With Children Check (DHS)
• 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. 

Educational/Vocational Qualifications:

Page 4 of 9 The Requirements for Supervision in the Clinical Governance of Medical Pathology Laboratories (Fifth Edition 2018) by the National Pathology Accreditation Advisory Council (NPAAC), defines a scientist as a person with competence to perform the functions required and who is authorised to perform these functions. A medical scientist must possess one of the following qualifications:

a. A degree at Australian Qualifications Framework level 7 awarded from a university in Australia with >70% of subjects relevant to the field of pathology of a 3-year degree

b. A degree at Australian Qualifications Framework level 7 with subjects relevant to the field of pathology awarded by an overseas tertiary institution if the qualification is assessed as equivalent to a degree accredited by the Australian Institute of Medical Scientists

c. An associate qualification conferred by the Australian Institute of Medical Technologists before 1 December 1973. 

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:

• 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. 

• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and/or additional relevant history screening that may be applicable and appropriate Immunisation screening. 

Job ref: 861050

Enquiries to:

David Cox

Telephone: 8222 3023

Email: david.cox2@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date

11:55 pm 26th January 2025 

Attachments

 861050 GMP MES12 Role Description.pdf

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