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• Central Adelaide Local Health Network
• The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Woodville
• Salary  MeS-2  $88,255  - $108,809 p.a.  (pro rata)  + Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Temporary up to 12 months and part-time working 7.5 hours per week    

About the Role

As a Medical Scientist, you will play a key role in providing high-quality diagnostic services through both routine and specialised bone density testing. Your expertise will support accurate assessment and diagnosis, ensuring patients receive timely and effective care. Working within a collaborative team, you will contribute to maintaining excellence in service delivery while upholding the highest professional and scientific standards.

In addition to your diagnostic work, you will have the opportunity to be involved in the development and implementation of new tests, helping to advance practice and improve outcomes for patients. This role offers the chance to combine your technical skills with innovation and research, while making a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals and the broader community.

About You

You are a skilled and motivated Medical Scientist who combines strong technical expertise with excellent communication and teamwork skills. You thrive in both independent and collaborative settings and are passionate about delivering high-quality diagnostic services that make a real difference to patient care.

• Bachelor of Science/Applied Science with licence to operate a dual-energy x-ray absorptiometer.

• Demonstrated experience in bone densitometry, particularly with Lunar DPXplus instruments.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with patients and colleagues.

• Proven ability to work independently, manage priorities, and contribute positively as part of a small team.

About CALHN

At Central Adelaide (CALHN), we’re shaping the future of health through excellence in clinical care, research, and innovation.  As South Australia’s largest health network, we deliver exceptional, safe and connected healthcare—for our patients, our community, and our people.

With more than 17,000 dedicated employees, every day at CALHN presents an opportunity to make a real impact—not because it’s expected, but because our values guide us to be our best.

Join us and be part of a team that’s driven by a commitment to a seamless safe and connected experience for all.

Find out more about our stories , our network, and the opportunities to be part of CALHN.

Benefit of Joining CALHN

At CALHN, we're dedicated to your career satisfaction and wellbeing, offering tailored benefits for healthcare professionals, including:

• Salary Benefits: Enjoy flexible salary packaging options, including up to $9,010 each FBT year for living expenses (such as mortgage, rent, utilities and groceries) plus an additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses.
• Annual Leave: Enjoy paid recreation leave for essential rejuvenation, with leave loading applied.
• Health and Fitness Benefits: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program for you and your family, plus an annual voluntary flu vaccination to support your wellbeing.
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling and support services for you and your family via our Employee Assistance Program.
• Flexible Work Arrangements: 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.
• Employee Recognition: Join a workplace where our people are celebrated through awards for innovation, collaboration, and outstanding contributions to health.
• Career Opportunities: Explore career growth within the SA Health system with opportunities for skill development and movement across various metropolitan and regional sites.

Join CALHN for a fulfilling career bolstered by comprehensive benefits and unwavering commitment to your success.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

CALHN is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community.

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:  915623

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Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Friday 10 October 2025

Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply for further information

 915623 RD Bone Density Medical Scientist.pdf

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