Operational Services Officer

Central Adelaide Local Health Network

• Statewide – SA Pathology - Woodville South, 5011
• Salary OPS2 $58,709 - $63,154 p.a. + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Permanent, ongoing

About the role

As an Operational Services Officer, you will play a vital role in supporting the smooth and efficient operation of Anatomical Pathology. You will assist with a variety of laboratory-based administrative and practical tasks, including specimen collection and accessioning, slide and block filing, scanning, and delivery of urgent cases across multiple sites. You will also support multidisciplinary team meetings and contribute to the accurate entry of data into laboratory and mortuary systems, ensuring critical information is available when needed.

In this role, you will help prepare and process histological specimens while performing routine equipment maintenance to support laboratory operations. You will have the opportunity to work across both the Main Laboratory and Cut-Up Laboratory on a rotational basis, gaining exposure to a range of pathology processes and contributing directly to high-quality patient outcomes. This is a hands-on, dynamic role perfect for someone organised, flexible, and keen to make a meaningful impact in a laboratory environment.

About You

We are looking for a motivated and organised team member to support the efficient operation of our laboratory services.

• Strong numeracy with proven ability to meet deadlines
• Excellent communication, organisational skills, and problem-solving ability
• Able to work independently or collaboratively, using initiative and broad knowledge
• Proficient in computer systems, software, and hardware

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: 914251

Enquiries to:

Ouli Phanratry, Laboratory Manager AP TQEH

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Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Friday 26 September 2025

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