Central Adelaide Local Health Network
Statewide – SA Pathology
Salary: MeS1 - $73,533 - $89,764 p.a. + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
Location: Regional SA - Various Locations
Full Time, Permanent Role
About the role
Looking for a role that combines variety, travel and professional growth?
As a Regional Relieving Medical Scientist, you'll provide vital pathology services across SA Pathology's regional laboratories, applying your scientific expertise to deliver accurate, high-quality diagnostic testing that supports patient care across South Australia.
Working across multiple disciplines, you'll perform routine diagnostic techniques, contribute to problem solving and reporting, and help introduce new methods and technologies under the guidance of experienced colleagues.
No two weeks are the same in this rewarding role.
You'll provide roster support across all 10 regional SA Pathology laboratories, with travel, accommodation and mileage fully covered.
Whether you're an experienced Medical Scientist or looking to broaden your skills, you'll receive comprehensive training across all pathology disciplines, enjoy outstanding professional development opportunities—including intra and interstate travel—and may be eligible for relocation assistance in line with relevant guidelines.
Key responsibilities:
Deliver high-quality diagnostic pathology services
Perform routine laboratory testing and result analysis
Support regional laboratories through roster relief
Train across multiple pathology disciplines
Contribute to new methods and continuous improvement
Maintain quality standards and laboratory equipment
Collaborate with multidisciplinary laboratory teams
Travel throughout regional South Australia as required
About You
We're looking for a motivated Medical Scientist who enjoys variety, thrives in a collaborative environment and is excited by the prospect to support regional communities while continuing to grow professionally.




Relevant pathology degree recognised under NPAAC requirements
Laboratory experience with strong diagnostic skills
Excellent organisation, teamwork and communication skills
Willingness to travel regularly across regional South Australia
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 secure 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 note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position.
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Enquiries to:
Mark Hancock
Application Closing Date
11:55 pm Thursday, 13th August ****
Attachments
****** MeS1 Regional RD SA Pathology - Relieving Scientist.pdf
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📌 Regional Relieving Medical Scientist (South Australia)
🏢 Sa Health
📍 South Australia