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Central Adelaide Local Health Network

Statewide – SA Pathology

• OPS2 $66,441 to $69,504 p.a. (pro-rata) + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• South Australia, Port Pirie 5540
• Part Time, Permanent Role

About the role

As an Operational Services Officer working as a Pathology Collector, you will play an important role in supporting the delivery of effective, accurate and efficient laboratory services. Reporting to the local Regional Laboratory Manager, you will undertake specimen collection and assist with the transport, sorting and labelling of specimens in accordance with established protocols. Working under general direction, you will apply practical skills and sound judgement while providing exceptional customer service to patients, staff, referring clinicians and other medical professionals accessing SA Pathology services. This is a rewarding opportunity to contribute directly to patient care as part of a trusted statewide pathology service. Learn more about a career as a Pathology Collector with SA Pathology.

Located just 2.5 hours north of Adelaide, Port Pirie is a welcoming coastal town framed by the stunning backdrop of the nearby Flinders Ranges. In your own backyard, you can explore the local jetty and foreshore, become involved in a variety of sporting and community clubs, and enjoy local traditions such as the annual Smelters Picnic. On weekends, you will be well connected to Mount Remarkable National Park and surrounding conservation parks for camping and hiking, along with scenic gorge drives through the Flinders Ranges to historic inland towns. Discover more attractions and experiences in Port Pirie.

About You

You are a compassionate and dependable team member who enjoys helping others and is committed to providing a positive experience for every person accessing pathology services.

• Customer-focused and empathetic: You demonstrate care, patience and understanding, with a genuine commitment to delivering excellent customer service.
• Practical and solutions-oriented: You use sound judgement, identify issues promptly and confidently escalate concerns when required.
• Confident with systems: You have experience using information systems and databases and can accurately manage information as part of your daily work.
• Clear and approachable communicator: You have experience responding to customer enquiries and communicate professionally with patients, colleagues and healthcare stakeholders.

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: 947494

Enquiries to:

Kellie Daniel, Laboratory Manager

Phone: 8638 4674

E-mail: kellie.daniel@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Tuesday, 1^st September 2026

Attachments

 947494 OPS2 Regional Role Description SA Pathology - Pathology Collector.pdf

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