Pathology Medical Scientist Role
Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Medical Scientist to join our team in a regional laboratory setting. In this hands-on scientific position, you will play an important role in delivering high-quality pathology services by performing routine testing procedures with accuracy, professionalism, and attention to detail.
Key Responsibilities
* Contribute to a multi-disciplinary diagnostic service by performing a range of routine testing procedures.
* Involved in the full testing cycle — problem definition, planning, execution, analysis, and reporting — ensuring reliable results that support timely clinical decision making for patients and clinicians across the region.
* Collaborate with experienced scientists and technical staff to develop and adopt new laboratory techniques and methodologies.
Requirements
* Meet NPAAC requirements for a medical scientist, holding an AQF7 degree with >70% pathology-relevant subjects or an equivalent overseas qualification recognized by AIMS.
* Ability to follow routine procedures with limited supervision; strong scientific and technical skills for diagnostic testing; effective teamwork; excellent time management and prioritization; proactive approach to problem solving; punctuality; clear oral and written communication; ability to troubleshoot equipment; commitment to confidentiality, customer service, and high-quality laboratory work.
* Experience using analytical laboratory equipment; experience with laboratory computing, data retrieval, and processing; and general experience in a pathology laboratory environment.
* Knowledge of laboratory principles and concepts; sound understanding of scientific practice; and familiarity with quality procedures.
Benefits
* 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.
About Us
Our organization serves health consumers and provides specialist clinical services to the health system in South Australia. We offer a unique public healthcare opportunity to improve the health and wellbeing of South Australians, across all age groups and at any time of their life or health need.