Central Adelaide Local Health Network

Statewide – SA Pathology 

• Salary: MeS1 - $67,466 - $82,359 (p.a.)+ Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Port Pirie SA, 5540
• Full Time, Permanent Role

About the role

The following objectives for a Medical Scientist at the classification level of MeS1 are as follows:

• Contribute to the provision of a quality, multi-disciplined pathology service provided in a regional laboratory.
• Undertake, facilitate and apply scientific and technical knowledge and expertise to perform a range of routine diagnostic techniques, including participation in problem definition, planning, execution, analysis and reporting.
• With supervision, contribute to the development, selection and adoption of new techniques and methodologies.

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. SA Pathology Port Pirie is a dynamic fast past workplace where no two days are the same.

Location:

Port Pirie is set against the dramatic backdrop of the Southern Flinders Ranges, on the shores of the Spencer Gulf. Port Pirie is a historic seaport town full of beautiful heritage buildings, fascinating industrial history, and a blossoming cultural precinct.
Port Pirie is less than three hours drive from Adelaide and is the third biggest town north of Adelaide. Port Pirie is a perfect setting for explorers and adventurers, central to Yorke Peninsula, Spencer Gulf, Flinders Rangers, and Clare Valley with all of their walking trails, diving, surfing, and cycling activities within easy reach.

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:

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: 

1. 1. 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
   2. 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
   3. 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: 872042

Enquiries to:

Kellie Daniel

Telephone: 8638 4674

Email: kellie.daniel@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Thursday 18^th July 2024

Attachments

 872042 MeS1 Regional Role Description SA Pathology - Medical Scientist.pdf

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