Medical Laboratory Technical Officer jobs

Job no: 942571
Work type: Full time
Location: Various
Categories: Technical

Central Adelaide Local Health Network

Statewide – SA Pathology

TGO1 $56,077 to $76,623 p.a. + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
SA, Various Locations
Full Time, Permanent Positions Available
12-month talent pool

About the role

Join our Technical Officer Talent Pool -Microbiology and infectious Diseases and be considered for a range of temporary and permanent opportunities within our Bacteriology laboratories as they become available. You'll apply your technical knowledge and judgement to perform a variety of laboratory activities using established practices and procedures, supporting the delivery of high-quality diagnostic services.

Working alongside experienced laboratory professionals, you'll perform routine testing, contribute to technical project work and help maintain safe, efficient and accurate laboratory operations. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your laboratory career while gaining valuable experience in a supportive and collaborative environment.

About You

You are a motivated technical professional who enjoys laboratory work and takes pride in delivering accurate, high-quality results as part of a collaborative team.

• Diploma or Advanced Diploma in a relevant technical discipline
• Experience in laboratory environments with sound technical skills
• Strong communication, organisation and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to prioritise workloads and work effectively 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.
Relocation Support: Up to $10,000 reimbursement of approved relocation expenses for transitioning to SCSS, for eligible applicants. Further information can be found here.
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: 942571

Enquiries to:
Malissa Amato, Laboratory Manager

Phone: 70741189

E-mail: Malissa.Amato@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Tuesday 13th July 2027

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Advertised: 14 Jul 2026 Cen. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 13 Jul 2027 Cen. Australia Standard Time