Central Adelaide Local Health Network

Statewide Clinical Support Services - SA Pathology

• Salary  TGO-2  $75,240.00 - $79,880.00p.a. (pro-rata) + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Flinders Medical Centre - Bedford Park
• Full-Time Temporary Role

About the Role

As a Technical Officer (TGO2), you will play a pivotal role in Blood Bank. Performing both routine pre transfusion testing and complex antibody investigations. Whether working independently or within a team, you will be responsible for providing critical results and ensuring the success of projects through your technical knowledge and practical experience. This is an opportunity to contribute to innovative work while developing your skills further in a supportive and dynamic environment.

In this role, you’ll also take on supervisory responsibilities, guiding and supporting your team in delivering high-quality technical outcomes. You’ll be tasked with providing detailed reports and recommendations regarding the suitability of equipment, procedures, and processes, ensuring that all technical aspects align with best practices and project goals. This is a chance to lead, learn, and make a meaningful impact across diverse technical initiatives.

About You

We’re looking for a motivated and skilled Technical Officer with a strong commitment to excellence and a passion for working in a laboratory environment.

• Qualifications & Experience – You hold a Diploma or Advanced Diploma in a relevant technical discipline, with demonstrated experience in a Blood Bank laboratory and client management.

• Strong Problem-Solving & Technical Skills – You possess excellent numerical, keyboard, and computer skills, and have a proactive approach to troubleshooting and resolving issues.

• Teamwork & Communication – You communicate effectively both orally and in writing, with a positive commitment to customer service and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.

• Leadership & Time Management – You have the ability to supervise and train others, prioritise tasks, meet deadlines, and work independently with minimal 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

• Attractive salary packaging available
• Strong community minded culture and values providing world class care to South Australians
• Opportunity for movement across the SA Health system: There are always opportunities for you to develop your skills and your career at one of our many metropolitan or regional sites

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: 900586

Enquiries to:

Sophia Johnston

Phone: 8204 4590
E-mail: Sophia.johnston@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Tuesday 13th May 2025

Attachments

 900586 SA Pathology - Technical Officer Role Description.pdf

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