Anatomical/Cytopathology Pathology Talent Pool (Tgo2-Mes1)

SA Health; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 68,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

SA Health is building an Anatomical Pathology Talent Pool (TGO2-MES1) to support diagnostic and mortuary services across multiple SA sites, including RAH, Frome Road, FMC, WCH and TQEH. The pool offers opportunities for Technical Officers and early‑career Medical Scientists to contribute to high‑quality pathology work.

You will collaborate with pathologists, scientists, technicians and hospital staff, participate in quality assurance, accreditation processes and ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Recognised qualifications aligned with NPAAC requirements, with eligibility to practise as a Technical Officer (TGO2) or Medical Scientist (MeS-1)
• Demonstrated technical capability across histopathology and/or cytopathology, including tissue processing, embedding, sectioning, specialised stains, frozen sections, immunohistochemistry or cytology preparation
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail with the ability to prioritise workloads, meet clinical deadlines and work effectively under pressure with minimal supervision
• Quality‑focused and collaborative communicating professionally with pathologists and colleagues while supporting accreditation standards, confidentiality, safety and continuous improvement

Job description

Statewide – SA (Anatomical Pathology directorate)

• Salary: MeS1 $68,478 to $83,594 p.a. + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Salary: TGO2 $75,240 to $79, 880 p.a. + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Multiple full time/part time ongoing/temporary contracts up to 12 months

Build your future in Anatomical Pathology and Cytopathology by registering your interest in our Technical Officer (TGO2) and Medical Scientist (MeS-1) Talent Pool, creating opportunities to contribute your skills across multiple leading hospital sites as vacancies arise.

About the role

The Anatomical Pathology directorate across RAH, Frome Road, FMC, WCH and TQEH is establishing a TGO2 / MeS-1 Talent Pool to support high-quality diagnostic and mortuary services across multiple sites. In these hands‑on roles, you’ll contribute technical and scientific expertise across histopathology, cytopathology and mortuary services, performing routine and complex diagnostic testing and applying established protocols to examine, describe and dissect surgical and biopsy specimens. You’ll play a valued part in delivering safe, accurate and timely services that directly support patient care, clinicians and pathologists across South Australia.

Working as part of collaborative, multidisciplinary teams, you’ll engage with pathologists, scientists, technicians and hospital staff, as well as coronial services, funeral directors and external health professionals where required. You’ll contribute to quality assurance, NATA accreditation and continuous improvement, while supporting training and the ongoing development of colleagues. This talent pool offers varied exposure across sites and specialties, making it an ideal opportunity for technical officers and early‑career medical scientists seeking meaningful work, professional growth and the chance to make a genuine impact in Anatomical Pathology.

About you

You’re a qualified and capable anatomical pathology professional who brings strong technical expertise, sound judgement and a collaborative mindset to delivering high‑quality diagnostic and mortuary services. This mixed classification opportunity is well suited to an experienced Technical Officer or an early‑career Medical Scientist who values precision, teamwork and making a meaningful contribution to patient care; with appointment made based on your qualifications, experience and demonstrated capability.

• Recognised qualifications
  aligned with NPAAC requirements, with eligibility to practise as a Technical Officer (TGO2) or Medical Scientist (MeS-1)
• Demonstrated technical capability
  across histopathology and/or cytopathology, including tissue processing, embedding, sectioning, specialised stains, frozen sections, immunohistochemistry or cytology preparation
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
  with the ability to prioritise workloads, meet clinical deadlines and work effectively under pressure with minimal supervision
• Quality‑focused and collaborative
  communicating professionally with pathologists and colleagues while supporting accreditation standards, confidentiality, safety and continuous improvement

Please refer to the role descriptions below for further details.

About us

(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

• 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

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.

Anatomical/Cytopathology Pathology Talent Pool (TGO2-MES1) Australia, Australia