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• Statewide – SA Pathology - Whyalla
• OPS1 Salary $30,171 - $55,500 p.a. + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• OPS2 Salary $58,709 - $63,154 p.a. + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Full-Time, Temporary Contract until July 2026

About the role
As a Pathology Collector, you’ll play an important part in supporting high-quality laboratory services that benefit patients and clinical teams every day. Whether you join us as an OPS1 or OPS2, you’ll contribute to essential tasks including venepuncture, specimen collection, courier runs, sorting and accessioning samples, accurate data entry, and assisting with specimen preparation, storage and transport. At the OPS1 level, you’ll work under close direction with a strong focus on training and skill development, helping you build confidence in applying your growing knowledge. At the OPS2 level, you’ll bring established skills to the role and work under general direction, demonstrating your ability to operate responsibly and independently.

You’ll be a key point of contact for internal and external customers, managing enquiries with professionalism, care and clear communication. In this role, you’ll be part of a supportive, collaborative environment where your accuracy, attention to detail and commitment to safe, patient-centred service truly make a difference. Whether you are developing your capabilities or ready to take the next step in your pathology career, this is a meaningful opportunity to contribute to an efficient and responsive laboratory service.

For more information:

SA Pathology • Pathology Collector (Phlebotomist)

About You
You’re someone who takes pride in delivering accurate, reliable and patient-focused support, bringing strong attention to detail and a genuine commitment to quality service. Whether you’re developing your skills (OPS1) or working with increasing independence (OPS2), you contribute positively to the team and thrive in a fast-paced environment where precision and professionalism matter.

To be successful, you will bring:

• Strong accuracy, attention to detail and the ability to deliver consistent, high-quality work, even when under pressure or working to tight deadlines.

• Excellent communication and customer service skills, with the ability to work cooperatively within a team and respond professionally to a wide range of enquiries.

• Sound organisational and problem-solving abilities, including the capacity to prioritise tasks, use initiative, and escalate issues appropriately.

• Practical experience using information systems and databases, with OPS2 applicants also bringing knowledge of pathology laboratory operations and experience working with limited supervision.

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: 923862

Enquiries to:

Fiona Mills

Position: Laboratory Manager - Whyalla
Phone: 86488388
E-mail: fiona.mills@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Sunday 28 December 2025

Attachments

 923862 OPS1 Regional Role Description SA Pathology.pdf

 923862 OPS2 Regional Role Description SA Pathology.pdf

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