Pathology Collector

Central Adelaide Local Health Network

Statewide – SA Pathology

• Salary: OPS2 - $58,709 - $63,154 p.a. (pro-rata) + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Naracoorte SA, 5271
• Part Time, Permanent Role working 18.75 hours per week

About the role

As a Pathology Collector – Regional, you will be an important part of SA Pathology's frontline team, providing professional and compassionate care to patients while ensuring the accurate and timely collection of pathology specimens. Reporting to the local Laboratory Manager, you will deliver exceptional customer service to patients, clinicians and stakeholders, ensuring every interaction reflects the high standards of SA Pathology. Your role will directly support the delivery of efficient and high-quality laboratory services that contribute to positive patient outcomes across the region.

In this role, you will perform a variety of essential duties including specimen collection, labelling, transportation and documentation in line with established protocols and procedures. You will demonstrate a commitment to patient care, safety and confidentiality while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail in all tasks. Working collaboratively within a supportive team environment, you will help uphold SA Pathology's reputation for excellence in service, quality and patient-centred care across the regional community.

About You

You are a compassionate and detail-oriented professional who takes pride in delivering high-quality service and care to patients and clinicians. With a strong focus on accuracy, teamwork and customer service, you bring a calm and professional approach to your work, even in fast-paced environments. You demonstrate initiative, reliability and a genuine commitment to supporting the effective operation of pathology services within your community.

In this role, you will bring:

• Customer Service & Interpersonal Skills
  Commitment to providing outstanding customer service with empathy, care and professionalism, and the ability to communicate effectively with patients, clinicians and colleagues.

• Organisation & Attention to Detail
  Proven ability to prioritise tasks, meet deadlines and maintain accuracy under pressure while producing consistently high-quality work.

• Teamwork & Initiative
  Strong ability to work independently and collaboratively within a supportive team environment, demonstrating sound judgement and proactive problem-solving skills.

• Technical & Systems Knowledge
  Experience in pathology or laboratory settings, with an understanding of laboratory operations, information systems and data entry processes.

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: 919685

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Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Friday 28th November 2025

Attachments

 OPS2 - RD - SA Pathology - Pathology Collector -

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