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Central Adelaide Local Health Network

Statewide – SA

• Salary: MES1 - $68,478 - $83,594 p.a. (pro-rata) + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Location:  Adelaide CBD
• Full Time, Permanent Role 

About the Role

As a Medical Scientist – Anatomical Pathology, you will play a key role in delivering an efficient and high-quality service across the Anatomical Pathology departments at Frome and the Royal Adelaide Hospital. Providing an essential scientific resource to the discipline, you will perform routine and complex diagnostic testing while applying your expertise to analyse, interpret and troubleshoot standard laboratory procedures. Your work will include the examination and dissection of simple and non-complex specimens in accordance with NPAAC guidelines, embedding, sectioning and staining tissue, performing immunohistochemistry and frozen sections, and contributing to accurate and timely histopathological diagnosis within established KPIs.

This is a dynamic role where you will contribute to quality assurance, NATA accreditation activities, research and clinical trials, while supporting innovation through the evaluation and implementation of new reagents, techniques and equipment. You will liaise closely with pathologists, technical and scientific staff, providing expert advice and assisting with supervision, workflow optimisation and training programs. With a strong focus on safety, compliance and continuous improvement, you will help maintain equipment, manage consumables, participate in protocol reviews and ensure effective use of resources — all while contributing to education, collaboration and excellence in patient-centred diagnostic services.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will meet the essential minimum requirements as defined by the National Pathology Accreditation Advisory Council (NPAAC), holding an appropriate AQF Level 7 qualification (or recognised equivalent) that meets accreditation standards for Medical Scientists in pathology laboratories. You bring advanced technical capability in Anatomical Pathology, strong scientific judgement and a commitment to quality, safety and collaborative practice.

• Qualified & Accredited Professional – AQF Level 7 degree (or equivalent as recognised by AIMS/NPAAC) with eligibility to practise as a Medical Scientist in a NATA-accredited laboratory.

• Advanced Technical Expertise – Demonstrated experience in histopathology including embedding, sectioning, specialised staining, frozen sections and immunohistochemistry, with the ability to gross Category A (simple) and Category B (non-complex) specimens.

• Collaborative Clinical Contributor – Proven ability to work effectively with pathologists and multidisciplinary teams, supervise and motivate staff, and perform accurately under pressure while meeting deadlines.

• Quality & Governance Focused – Strong knowledge of histotechnology, human anatomy, relevant legislation (including Transplantation and Anatomy, Coroners and Death Certification Acts), and familiarity with ISO 9001, TGA Biologicals Framework, NATA accreditation and NPAAC guidelines.

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: 930895

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Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Thursday, 12^th March 2026

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 930895 MES1 role description.pdf

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