Central Adelaide Local Health Network

Statewide – SA Pathology 

• Salary: MeS1 – $68,478 – $83,594 p.a. + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Wallaroo SA, 5556
• Full Time, Permanent Role

About the role

Less than 2 hours from Adelaide, Wallaroo is a coastal town and popular holiday destination located at the top of the Yorke Peninsula. Wallaroo and surrounding towns are renowned for their coastline with plenty of beaches, jetties and swimming enclosures. The area is bursting with small businesses and eatery’s to explore and taste on weekends plus road trip opportunities down the coast to explore Dhilba Guuranda-Innes National Parl and more of the Yorke Peninsula where camping, hiking, fishing and surfing are all popular activities. There is also plenty of sporting and community clubs available to get involved with. Find out more at: Wallaroo (yorkepeninsula.com.au)

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 regional laboratories.
• 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.
• Provide roster support to all Regional Services laboratories

Additional information

• We will train you in all disciplines
• Experience is preferred, but not essential
• Reimbursement can be sought for relocation in line with relevant guidelines
• Opportunities for Professional development exist, including intra and interstate travel

About You

You are a detail-oriented and proactive professional with a strong foundation in laboratory science and a commitment to delivering high-quality diagnostic services. Your ability to work collaboratively, manage competing priorities, and maintain technical precision ensures you thrive in a dynamic team environment.

• Demonstrated experience in general pathology and analytical laboratory procedures, including the use of laboratory equipment and software for data retrieval and processing.
• Proven ability to implement routine testing procedures with limited supervision, troubleshoot equipment issues, and develop practical solutions to maintain workflow efficiency.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, enabling effective collaboration with a range of internal and external stakeholders while upholding confidentiality and professionalism.
• Sound understanding of scientific and laboratory principles, including quality assurance practices, with the flexibility to travel and adapt to changing operational needs.

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: 901772

Enquiries to:

Rebecca Wardle

Telephone: 8823 0337

Email: rebecca.wardle@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Friday 16^th May 2025

Attachments

 901772 MeS1 Regional Role Description SA Pathology – Relieving Scientist.pdf

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