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Central Adelaide Local Health Network

Statewide – SA Pathology - TQEH Core Laboratory

• Salary: TGO1 - $48,788 - $70,032 p.a. (pro-rata) + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Woodville South SA, 5011
• Part Time, Contracted Role working 22.5 hours per week up to 16 Oct 2026

About the role

Are you ready to start a rewarding career in pathology and make a real impact in healthcare? An exciting opportunity is now available to join the Core Laboratory team at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital. This is your chance to contribute to vital diagnostic services that support patient care every single day.

In this position, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality laboratory and technical services. Working both independently and alongside a supportive multidisciplinary team, you’ll be involved in a range of routine testing within our fast-paced Core Laboratory.

You will:

• Perform routine laboratory testing across multiple disciplines.

• Follow standardised procedures and established protocols.

• Assist with daily laboratory operations to keep services running smoothly.

• Maintain a high level of accuracy and attention.

• Participate in a 24/7 roster.

Experience in one or more of the following disciplines is highly desirable, Haematology, Biochemistry, Morphology, Coagulation, Blood Bank.

About You

You will bring a strong technical foundation, sound judgement and a commitment to high-quality laboratory practice. With the ability to work independently and as part of a team, you will apply your skills to support accurate, safe and timely pathology results while delivering excellent customer service.

In this role, you will demonstrate reliability, professionalism and a willingness to learn. Your strong communication skills, attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities will ensure effective contribution to laboratory operations and a positive working environment.

Key Requirements
To be successful, you will have:

• Technical competence and initiative, supported by a Diploma or Advanced Diploma and the ability to follow instructions, solve problems and apply laboratory concepts accurately.

• Strong organisational and communication skills, enabling you to manage varied workloads, prioritise tasks, handle confidential information professionally and communicate clearly with colleagues.

• Teamwork and customer focus, demonstrated through effective collaboration, positive interpersonal skills and a commitment to high-quality service delivery.

• Laboratory readiness and adaptability, including general laboratory experience, sound numerical and keyboard skills, confidence with computer software and adherence to Work Health & Safety legislation.

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: 922253

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Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Friday 12th December 2025

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