Regional Relieving Medical Scientist

Job no: 922579
Work type: Full time
Location: Country SA - Location negotiable
Categories: Pathology

Central Adelaide Local Health Network

Statewide – SA Pathology

- Salary: MeS1 - $68,478 - $83,594 p.a. + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits

- Various Locations SA

- Full Time, Ongoing Role

About the role

We are seeking a dedicated and motivated Medical Scientist (MeS1) to join our regional laboratories team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in delivering high-quality, multi-disciplined pathology services to regional communities. You will apply your scientific and technical expertise to perform a variety of routine diagnostic techniques while contributing to problem-solving, planning, and analysis to support the delivery of accurate and timely pathology results.

Under general supervision, you will also assist in the development and adoption of innovative techniques and methodologies, ensuring our services remain at the forefront of scientific excellence. As part of a collaborative team, you will provide roster support across all Regional Services laboratories, helping to maintain seamless and reliable operations. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in regional healthcare while furthering your professional growth in a supportive and dynamic environment.

About You

You are a proactive, adaptable and detail-oriented Medical Scientist who is motivated by variety, challenge and the opportunity to contribute across multiple regional laboratories. This is a regional relief scientist role, requiring extensive travel across South Australia to support the 10 country multi-discipline SA Pathology laboratories. All travel costs are reimbursed, and appropriate allowances are provided. Your strong scientific capability, professionalism and ability to work both independently and within diverse team settings will enable you to deliver high-quality diagnostic services wherever you are placed.

- Technical Expertise & Problem-Solving – You bring experience with analytical laboratory equipment, laboratory computing, data processing and general pathology practices. You can maintain, evaluate and troubleshoot laboratory equipment confidently, ensuring reliable and consistent results in varied settings.

- Organisational & Time Management Skills – You excel at prioritising workloads, meeting daily targets and maintaining accuracy under pressure. Your punctuality and readiness to commence work as scheduled support reliable service delivery across regional sites.

- Communication & Customer Service – You communicate professionally with internal and external stakeholders and demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills. You provide excellent customer service while handling confidential and sensitive information with discretion.

- Knowledge & Adaptability – You possess sound knowledge of laboratory principles, quality procedures and scientific practice. Your willingness to travel extensively and adapt quickly to different laboratory environments strengthens the flexibility and reach of SA Pathology’s regional services.

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

- We will train you in all disciplines

- Experience is preferred, but not essential

- Reimbursement can be sought for relocation in line with relevant guidelines

- Opportunities for Professional development exist, including intra and interstate travel

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 reference

922579

Enquiries to

Mark Hancock
Position: Regional Services Manager
Phone: 08 8222 3052
E-mail: Mark.Hancock@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Friday 12 th December 2025

Attachments

- 922579 MeS1 Regional Role Description SA Pathology - Relieving Scientist.pdf

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