Technical Officer - Murray Bridge

Health; Murray Bridge; Hybrid; AUD 56,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Annual leave with leave loading

Fitness Passport

Employee assistance program

Job summary

SA Pathology in Murray Bridge is seeking a Technical Officer to deliver multidisciplinary pathology services in a regional laboratory. You will apply your technical knowledge and practical skills to perform laboratory activities with care and accuracy, both independently and within a team.

You’ll collaborate with SA Pathology colleagues, communicate with clients about specimens and testing, and have opportunities to contribute to technical projects, expanding your skills and supporting quality

Qualifications

• Diploma or Advanced Diploma in an approved recognised qualification.
• General laboratory experience and knowledge of laboratory principles.
• Strong communication, organisation and problem solving skills.
• Able to work independently, prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Perform a range of laboratory activities applying established practices and procedures with care and accuracy.
• Work both independently and as part of a team and communicate with clients regarding specimens and testing.
• Contribute to technical projects to support effective pathology services and quality outcomes.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

Independence

Education

Diploma or Advanced Diploma in an approved recognised qualification

Job description

Job no: 947710
Work type: Full time
Location: Murray and Mallee
Categories: Pathology

Central Adelaide Local Health Network

Statewide – SA

• SA Pathology - Murray Bridge
• Salary TGO-1 $56,077 -$76,623 p.a. + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Full-time temporary up to 13/8/27

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 the role

Join SA Pathology as a Technical Officer and contribute to the delivery of a quality, multidisciplinary pathology service within a regional laboratory. You’ll use your technical knowledge, experience and practical skills to perform a range of laboratory activities, applying established practices and procedures with care and accuracy.

Working both independently and as part of a team, you’ll collaborate with colleagues across SA Pathology and communicate with clients regarding specimens and testing. You’ll also have the opportunity to contribute to technical projects, building your skills and applying your knowledge to support effective pathology services and quality outcomes.

About You

We’re looking for a capable Technical Officer who brings laboratory knowledge, initiative and a positive team approach.

• Diploma or Advanced Diploma in an approved recognised qualification
• General laboratory experience and knowledge of laboratory principles
• Strong communication, organisation and problem solving skills
• Able to work independently, prioritise tasks and meet deadlines

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: 947710

Enquiries to:

Laurette Norton, Laboratory Manager Phone: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]

Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Sunday 6 September 2026

Attachments

947710 RD Technical Officer - Murray Bridge.pdf