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Central Adelaide Local Health Network

• Statewide – SA
• SA Pathology, Adelaide
• Salary   MeS-2   $88,255 - $108,809  p.a. (pro-rata) + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Full-time temporary up to 12 months

About the role

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Medical Scientist to join our dynamic Anatomical Pathology team. In this role, you will demonstrate advanced professional competence and a deepening of specialised knowledge to deliver high-quality diagnostic services. Your role will involve applying your scientific expertise to perform, analyse, and troubleshoot standard diagnostic procedures, while using sound professional judgement to evaluate and implement new and existing techniques. You’ll be called upon to provide professional services in complex clinical environments, while ensuring the highest standards of quality control under supervisory guidance.

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to play a key role in the provision of an efficient and effective Surgical Pathology service. You will offer highly specialised support in the specimen cut-up area, working with defined protocols to examine, interpret, describe, and dissect a wide range of surgical and biopsy specimens—from simple to complex. As a specialist in this field, you will also supervise and mentor technical and scientific staff, helping to coordinate daily workflows and foster a culture of continual professional development and operational excellence.

About You

You are a motivated and experienced Medical Scientist with a strong background in Anatomical Pathology and a passion for delivering high-quality diagnostic services. You bring a collaborative approach to your work, along with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-performance environment.

• Qualified Professional – You hold a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Applied Science (Medical Laboratory Science) or equivalent, with extensive knowledge in histopathology and laboratory practices.

• Technical Expertise – You have demonstrated experience in specimen dissection, specialised staining techniques, and quality control procedures, including compliance with ISO and NATA standards.

• Strong Communicator & Team Player – You possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, and work effectively with pathologists, peers, and multidisciplinary teams.

• Adaptable & Detail-Oriented – You excel under pressure, managing multiple priorities, using initiative to troubleshoot, and maintaining high attention to detail in all tasks.

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: 900243

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Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Friday 25 April 2025

Attachments

 900243 RD Medical Scientist.pdf

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