AddressCentral Adelaide Local Health Network
- Statewide Clinical Support Services
- SA Pathology, Adelaide
- Salary MeS1/2 $67,466 - $107,201
- 12 month Recruitment Pool - Permanent and Temporary, Full time and Part Time
About the role
The MeS-1 / MeS-2 Pool will operate for a period of 12 months. Recommended applicants will be eligible for upcoming temporary or ongoing opportunities and may be contacted as they arise.
Medical Scientist - Bacteriology (Afternoon or Overnight MeS-1)
The position is classified at the MeS-1 level by virtue of the overall level of job demand and responsibility and particularly contains the requirements to participate in the scientific and technical operation of the Microbiology Department to provide a 24 hour service. The incumbent is required to work on permanent afternoon or night shift, or as required on a rotational day, afternoon and night shift roster as a scientist.
The incumbent will apply scientific and technical knowledge/expertise and be competent in performing standard and more complex tests/duties across multiple technical methods and domains in the Microbiology department. They will prioritise test/duties to ensure timely delivery of results to clients, perform tests that are the technically more complex, verify and authorise technical results from analytical tests, as directed supervise and train other less experienced technical and scientific staff, and provide telephone advice to clients on technical and specimen related problems.
Medical scientists employed at this grade will develop increasing expertise and exercise greater levels of independent professional judgement. On completion of a competency-based training program, and having been at the top increment of MeS-1 (level 5) for 12 months or greater, the incumbent can apply to a Peer Assessment Panel for assessment to progress to MeS-2.
Medical Scientist - Bacteriology (Afternoon or Overnight MeS-2)
The position is classified at the MeS-2 level by virtue of the overall level of job demand and responsibility and particularly contains the requirements to participate in the scientific and technical operation of the Microbiology Department to provide a 24-hour service. The incumbent is required to work on permanent afternoon or night shift, or as required on a rotational day, afternoon and night shift roster as the supervising scientist.
The scientist will participate in all activities related to test performance, including quality aspects, problem solving, assessment, planning, liaison, execution, analysis, interpretation, generation, release and validation of results. They will work as an effective team member with scientific, technical and medical staff and assist with the training and supervision of scientific or technical staff as required. They will contribute to the development of techniques and methodologies, by participating in the research and development activities of the laboratory as required. As an experienced scientist they will undertake complex activities and contribute to the selection and application of new techniques and methodologies based on professional judgement.
Medical Scientist - Bacteriology (MeS-1 & 2) Educational/Vocational Qualifications
The Requirements for Supervision in the Clinical Governance of Medical Pathology Laboratories (Fifth Edition 2018) by the National Pathology Accreditation Advisory Council (NPAAC), defines a scientist as a person with competence to perform the functions required and who is authorised to perform these functions. A Medical Scientist must possess one of the following qualifications:
- A degree at Australian Qualifications Framework level 7 awarded from a university in Australia with >70% of subjects relevant to the field of pathology of a 3-year degree
- A degree at Australian Qualifications Framework level 7 with subjects relevant to the field of pathology awarded by an overseas tertiary institution if the qualification is assessed as equivalent to a degree accredited by the Australian Institute of Medical Scientists
- An associate qualification conferred by the Australian Institute of Medical Technologists before 1 December 1973.
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
- Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program available to CALHN staff and their families.
- 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
Essential Requirements:
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:
- The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
- Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and compliant Immunisation screening.
Job ref: 867077
Enquiries to:
Ashley Zviedrans
***************@sa.gov.au
Application Closing Date
11:55 pm Saturday 31 May 2025
Attachments
867077 RD MeS-1 Overnight SCSS.pdf
867077 RD MeS-1 SCSS .pdf
867077 RD MeS-2 Overnight SCSS.pdf
867077 RD MeS-2 SCSS.pdf
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