Directorate Administrative Support Officer, Anatomical Pathology

Job no: 914019

Work type: Full time

Location: Adelaide Metro Southern

Categories: Administration, Business and Management

Central Adelaide Local Health Network

• Statewide – SA

• Salary ASO-3 $67,589 - $72,033 p.a. + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits

• SA Pathology FMC, Bedford Park 4042
• Full-time temporary up to 12 months

About the role

As an Administrative Support Officer in the Anatomical Pathology Directorate, you will provide essential support to the Clinical Director and Directorate Manager, ensuring the smooth operation of daily activities and administrative processes. Your role is key to maintaining an organised and efficient work environment, allowing the leadership team to focus on delivering high-quality pathology services.

You will also take on the responsibilities of a hiring manager, managing medical appointments and contract variations through E-recruitment processes. This includes coordinating interviews, handling documentation, and ensuring a seamless recruitment experience. This is a dynamic role offering the chance to contribute to a high-performing team and make a real impact within SA Pathology.

About You

We are looking for a highly organised and professional individual who thrives in a fast-paced administrative environment and can provide exceptional support to our team.

• Proven experience in administrative or executive assistant roles, ideally within medical or related settings.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage schedules, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines independently.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with experience in minute-taking, audio typing, and handling confidential information.
• Proficient in computerised systems, medical terminology, and providing high-level customer service in a professional manner.

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.
• 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: 914019

Enquiries to:

Danielle Lehmann

Position: Clerical Manager Surgical pathology

Phone:

E-mail:

Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Friday 19 September 2025

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Advertised: 05 Sep 2025 Cen. Australia Standard Time

Applications close: 19 Sep 2025 Cen. Australia Standard Time