Statewide Clinical Support Services

• SA Pathology - Flinders Medical Centre - Bedford Park
• Salary - MeS4 -  $114,314 - $131,605 p.a. + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Full-Time, Temporary Role

About the role

As the Laboratory Manager of Microbiology, you will provide leadership and expertise to deliver high-quality, customer-focused diagnostic services. By applying your scientific and technical knowledge, you will ensure timely, efficient, and cost-effective results, supporting SA Pathology and the Microbiology and Infectious Diseases Directorate in achieving their goals.

Collaborating with the Head of Department and Directorate Manager, you will play a key role in strategic planning, standardising procedures, and monitoring performance indicators. In addition, you will contribute to research, development, and training activities, ensuring compliance with regulatory, quality, and financial standards.

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.

To Be Successful:

We are looking for a dynamic leader with strong scientific expertise and exceptional management skills to drive excellence in our laboratory services.

• Proven leadership skills to motivate and coordinate staff for high team performance.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.
• Experience managing diagnostic services, quality systems, and service improvements.
• Expertise in Microbiology and Infectious Diseases, with knowledge of regulatory standards and budget 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.

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: 880935

Enquiries to:

Name: Simone Chantrell - Service Manager, MID, SA Pathology

Phone: 8222 3534

E-mail: Simone.Chantrell@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Friday 18^th October 2024

Attachments

 880935 MeS4 FMC Lab Manager Role Description.pdf

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