Technical Officer
SA Health
Posted 4 days ago
Central Adelaide Local Health Network
- Statewide – SA Pathology - Royal Adelaide Hospital
- Salary TG01 $48,788 - $70,032 p.a. (pro-rata) + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
- Full-Time, Temporary Role until December 2028
About the role
As a Technical Officer in Anatomical Pathology, you will play a key role in supporting the preparation and processing of histological specimens. Your work will involve embedding, sectioning, special staining, while also contributing to the upkeep and maintenance of essential laboratory equipment. This position offers the opportunity to work across multiple laboratory areas, including the Main Laboratory, Cut-Up Laboratory, and Immunocytochemistry Laboratory, broadening your skills and experience in a dynamic environment.
In this varied and rewarding role, you will assist with specimen cut-up and processing, frozen section preparation, immunohistochemical staining, and photography, as well as support quality assurance and accreditation requirements. You will also contribute to laboratory operations through routine maintenance, stock management, data entry, and staff training. By applying your technical expertise and attention to detail, you will play a vital part in ensuring the laboratory delivers accurate, timely, and high-quality services to support patient diagnosis and care.
About You
We are seeking a motivated and skilled Technical Officer who brings strong technical expertise, attention to detail, and a collaborative approach to laboratory operations. You will thrive in a dynamic environment, contributing to high-quality anatomical pathology services while supporting the training and development of colleagues.
Diploma, Advanced Diploma or relevant degree in medical laboratory science or pathology.
Experience in histopathology, including processing, sectioning, and staining of tissue.
Strong technical skills in immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence, or in-situ hybridisation.
Excellent communication, organisational skills, and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
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: 914041
Enquiries to:
Setha Napper Position: Laboratory Operations Manager
Phone: 7074 3496
E-mail: [email protected]
Application Closing Date
11:55 pm Thursday 11th September 2025
Attachments
914041 TGO1 RAH Role Description.pdf
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About SA Health
A health career with SA Health is all about ensuring healthier, longer and better lives for all South Australians.
SA Health works to achieve these aims by strengthening primary health care, enhancing hospital care, reforming mental health care and improving the health of Aboriginal people.
When people think of SA Health, they probably think of doctors and nurses. However we employ IT staff, scientists, finance and allied health professionals and administrative staff just to name a few.
Pursuing a career in health is one of the most effective ways any of us can contribute to general wellbeing in our community. Every day over 30,000 individuals work together in our hospitals and health services to improve the wellbeing of South Australians.
We warmly invite you to join the dedicated, inspirational, and professional people in SA Health who are using their individual skills and strengths to contribute to the wellbeing of South Australians everyday.
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