Murray Bridge - Technical Officer

Central Adelaide Local Health Network

Statewide – SA

• SA Pathology
• Location:   Murray Bridge  SA  5253
• Salary:    $56,077 - $76,623 p.a. (pro-rata) + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Full Time temporary up to 13/8/27

About the role

SA Pathology Regional Services supports laboratories spread throughout regional and outer-metro South Australia. These labs provide pathology testing, in the disciplines of haematology, haemostasis, microbiology, clinical chemistry, blood bank and supporting the Point of Care Testing network. Regional Services must provide timely pathology for the local hospital. As such, laboratory staff must reside within 30 minutes of the laboratory for on-call purposes.

• We will train you in all disciplines
• Experience is preferred, but not essential
• Reimbursement can be sought for relocation in line with relevant guidelines
• Opportunities for Professional development exist, including intra and interstate travel

Murray Bridge is one of the largest regional towns in SA located along the banks of the Murray River and only an hour drive from Adelaide. In your backyard you’ll have various parks and reserves along the river popular for fishing, camping, hiking, water sports and more. You’ll be connected to popular weekend destinations such as the Adelaide Hills, Fleurieu Peninsula or Monarto Zoo. There is also plenty of sporting and community clubs available to get involved with. Find out more at: Home | Murray Bridge Tourism.

About You

You’re a motivated team player with a keen interest in laboratory work and a commitment to delivering quality service. You bring a positive attitude, attention to detail and the ability to stay organised in a busy environment.

To be successful in this role you will:

• Bring laboratory experience and a sound understanding of laboratory practices.
• Demonstrate strong communication, customer service and teamwork skills.
• Manage competing priorities and meet deadlines with accuracy and care.
• Use initiative, sound computer skills and maintain workplace safety.

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.
• Professional Development: Opportunity to apply for reimbursement of eligible professional development activities, and access to dedicated leave for ongoing learning.
• 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:  956011

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Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Sunday, 29 November 2026

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