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Central Adelaide Local Health Network

• Statewide – SA Pathology - Port Pirie
• OPS2 Salary $58,709 - $63,154.00 p.a. + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Full-Time, Temporary Contract until March 2027

About the Role

As a Phlebotomist, you’ll play an essential part in supporting high-quality laboratory services by applying your practical skills with confidence and care. Working under general direction, you’ll perform a range of important tasks that contribute to smooth and timely operations, including venepuncture, specimen collection, courier runs, data entry and the sorting, storage and transport of specimens in line with established protocols. Your attention to detail and commitment to accuracy will help ensure every sample is processed safely, efficiently and with respect for patients and colleagues.

In this role, you’ll also be a trusted point of contact for both internal and external customers, responding to enquiries with professionalism, empathy and clear communication. Your ability to stay organised, keep calm under pressure and work collaboratively will be key to delivering reliable, patient-focused services. If you’re someone who enjoys variety, values teamwork and takes pride in doing meaningful work that supports the wider healthcare system, this role offers a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference.

For more information:

https://www.sapathology.sa.gov.au/career-pathways/pathology-collector

About You
To be successful in this role, you will bring the skills, experience and personal qualities needed to contribute effectively within a busy pathology environment.

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to deliver accurate, high-quality work under pressure.

• Proven organisational skills, including the ability to prioritise tasks, meet deadlines and work with limited supervision.

• Confident communicator with a commitment to excellent customer service and the ability to work cooperatively within a team.

• Experience in pathology laboratory operations, customer enquiries and information systems, with the ability to identify and escalate issues appropriately.

About Port Pirie

Port Pirie is an excellent place for pathology collector looking for rewarding work in a supportive regional community. As part of a close-knit healthcare network, collectors at SA Pathology enjoy meaningful patient interaction, strong teamwork, and the opportunity to build broad, hands-on experience across diverse patient groups. Working in a regional setting often means greater autonomy and the chance to make a visible impact on community health every day.

Beyond the workplace, Port Pirie offers an affordable and relaxed lifestyle. With short commutes, quality schools, reliable healthcare services, and a friendly community atmosphere, it’s easy to achieve a healthy work–life balance. Surrounded by the Southern Flinders Ranges and the Spencer Gulf, the area provides excellent opportunities for outdoor recreation, sport, and leisure.

For pathology collectors seeking career development, a welcoming community, and a lifestyle that prioritises balance and connection, Port Pirie is a great place to call home.

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

• 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.

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: 923793

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Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Sunday 28 December 2025

Attachments

923793 Pathology Collector Role Description.pdf

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