Central Adelaide Local Health Network

Statewide – SA Pathology 

• Salary: MeS1- $68,478.00 - $83,594.00 p.a. + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Port Lincoln SA, 5606
• Full Time, Contracted Role up to 31 Dec 2025 

Port Lincoln is situated on the southern tip of the scenic Eyre Peninsula. The town is renowned internationally for its seafood and is bursting with local businesses and producers to explore and taste on weekends. In your backyard you’ll have plenty of natural wonders to explore in the Lincoln and Coffin Bay National Parks as well as coastal towns nearby where popular activities include fishing, camping, hiking, surfing and even shark diving tours for those brave enough. There is also plenty of sporting and community clubs available to get involved with. Pt Lincoln is serviced by an airport with daily flights to Adelaide.

About the role

We are seeking a dedicated Medical Scientist (MeS1) to join our regional laboratory team, where you will play a vital role in delivering a high-quality, multi-disciplined pathology service. Your scientific and technical expertise will be essential as you perform a variety of routine diagnostic techniques, contributing to accurate and timely results that support patient care.

Working under supervision, you will be involved in problem-solving, planning, execution, analysis, and reporting of laboratory tests. You will also assist in the development and adoption of new techniques and methodologies, helping to advance our service and maintain best practice standards in a collaborative and supportive environment.

• 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

Key Requirements:

• Ability to follow routine instructions with limited supervision and perform high-quality diagnostic testing.

• Strong teamwork, time management, and problem-solving skills, with initiative to alert senior staff of issues.

• Experience using analytical lab equipment, laboratory software, and general pathology practices.

• Excellent communication skills and professionalism, including handling confidential information appropriately.

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: 906487

Enquiries to:

Jessica Bennett

Telephone: 8683 2289

Email: Jessica.Bennett@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Friday 27^th June 2025

Attachments

 906487 MeS1 Regional Role Description SA Pathology - Medical Scientist.pdf

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