Work type: Full time
Location: Murray and Mallee
Categories: Medical
Central Adelaide Local Health Network
Statewide – SA -
- TG01 $48,788 to $70,032 (+ Salary Sacrifice and Superannuation Benefits)
- Location SA - Regional, Berri - SA Pathology
- Full Time - Contracted Role - 21 Jul 2025 to 13 Nov 2026.
About the role
Be part of a dynamic regional healthcare team as a Technical Officer with SA Pathology, supporting vital diagnostic services across South Australia. This role offers full training across all disciplines, with prior experience valued but not required. Relocation reimbursement may be available in line with guidelines, and there are opportunities for professional development, including travel within and outside the state. Based in Berri, along the Murray River in the heart of the Riverland, you’ll enjoy a lifestyle surrounded by vineyards, citrus orchards, and fresh local produce. The region is rich in national parks and river activities such as fishing, camping, hiking, and water sports. With five close-knit towns offering sporting and community clubs, the Riverland provides both professional growth and a vibrant, welcoming lifestyle.
This hands-on role will see you applying your technical knowledge across areas such as Microbiology, Haematology, Clinical Chemistry, and Transfusion Medicine. You'll collaborate with laboratory and clinical staff to ensure quality, efficiency, and safety while also participating in quality improvement and professional development activities. If you're passionate about science, teamwork, and community health, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career in a purpose-driven environment.
About You
You’re a technically capable and motivated individual with a passion for laboratory science and a strong commitment to accuracy and patient care.
Diploma or Advanced Diploma in an approved and recognised laboratory qualification
General lab experience, with skills in sample collection, data entry, and diagnostic testing
Excellent communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills
Working With Children Check (WWCC), National Police Clearance (NPC), and subject to immunisation requirements
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: 913403
Enquiries to:
Name: Brianna Lawrie
Telephone: 8582 3399
Email: Brianna.Lawrie@sa.gov.au
Application Closing Date
11:55 pm Friday 12th September 2025
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Advertised: 29 Aug 2025 Cen. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 12 Sep 2025 Cen. Australia Standard Time