Medical Imaging Processing jobs

Job no: 941717
Work type: Part time
Location: Adelaide CBD
Categories: Science, Engineering, Technical

Central Adelaide Local Health Network

Statewide – SA Pathology

Salary: MeS1 - $71,046- $86,729 p.a. (pro-rata) + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
Location: Adelaide SA
Part Time (22.5 hours per week), Temporary Role (until 30 Nov 2026)

About the role

As a Medical Scientist within SA Pathology’s specialised Chemical Pathology Laboratories, you will play an important role in delivering high-quality diagnostic services that support patient care across South Australia. Working in a collaborative laboratory environment, you will perform a range of routine and complex testing procedures, process biological specimens, prepare reagents, maintain laboratory equipment, and contribute to the accurate and timely delivery of results.

This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career or developing scientist looking to build their expertise in a specialised field. You will be supported through ongoing training and participation in the Directorate trainee scientist program, while contributing to quality management activities, continuous improvement initiatives, and staff education. If you are passionate about scientific excellence, enjoy working as part of a dedicated team, and are committed to delivering reliable and responsive laboratory services, we would love to hear from you.

About You

You are a motivated and detail-oriented scientist who is passionate about delivering high-quality laboratory services and contributing to positive patient outcomes. You thrive in a collaborative environment, enjoy solving problems, and are committed to maintaining the highest standards of scientific practice.

Qualified and technically capable – You hold a Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Applied Science (Medical Laboratory Science), or equivalent qualification, with demonstrated laboratory experience and sound scientific knowledge.
Skilled in laboratory operations – You have experience using analytical laboratory equipment, laboratory information systems and data processing tools, with the ability to perform diagnostic testing accurately and in accordance with established procedures.
Organised and proactive – You can effectively manage competing priorities, work with limited supervision, identify potential issues, and contribute practical solutions to support efficient laboratory operations.
Collaborative and professional – You possess excellent communication skills, work effectively as part of a team, provide high-quality customer service, and handle confidential information with professionalism and integrity.

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: 941717

Enquiries to:
Ian Westley

Telephone: 08 8222 3686

Email: Ian.Westley@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Sunday, 5th July 2026

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Advertised: 19 Jun 2026 Cen. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 05 Jul 2026 Cen. Australia Standard Time