Job Description
Job no: 932531
Work type: Full time, Part time
Location: Yorke and Mid North
Categories: Phlebotomy
Central Adelaide Local Health Network
Statewide – SA
Salary: OPS-2 $58,709 - $63,154 p.a. (pro-rata) + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
Location: Wallaroo
Permanent full-time and part-time positions
Looking for a rewarding role that contributes to the wellbeing of your local community? Are you people-oriented? Join our team as a Pathology Collector! Experience in specimen collection, medical terminology or data entry is preferred, but not essential. SA Pathology provides on the job training, employment stability, and great work-life balance – minimal shiftwork required.
Pathology Collectors are blood draw experts! They can also collect respiratory and other test samples, and they’re data entry champions too. They ensure your sample is correctly collected and identified, so your results are returned to you sooner.
Some rostered shifts at other SA Pathology centres within the Yorke Peninsula will be required.
About the role
Please view this link and associated video for visual overview of the role. https://www.sapathology.sa.gov.au/career-pathways/pathology-collector
As a Pathology Collector, you will play a valued role in supporting high-quality, efficient laboratory services across SA Pathology. Working as part of a dedicated team, you will undertake a variety of practical tasks such as specimen collection, transport, sorting and labelling, while assisting with clinical duties in line with established protocols. Your work will directly contribute to timely and accurate testing outcomes that support patient care.
Reporting to the Regional Laboratory Manager, you will provide welcoming, professional service to patients, staff and stakeholders, including referring clinicians and medical professionals. This role suits someone who enjoys hands-on patient interaction, works well under general direction, and takes pride in applying their skills with care, accuracy and respect. Through regular collaboration with medical, scientific and operational teams, you will help ensure every interaction reflects the trusted standards of SA Pathology.
About You
You are a caring and reliable professional who enjoys supporting patients and teams while delivering accurate, respectful service in a health setting.
A genuine commitment to excellent customer service, care and empathy
Sound judgement with the ability to identify issues and escalate appropriately
Experience responding to customer enquiries using information systems
Exposure to healthcare or pathology environments, including specimen collection, is valued
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: 932531
Enquiries to:
Rebecca Wardle, Laboratory Manager
Phone: 8823 0337
E-mail: [email protected]
Application Closing Date
11:55 pm Sunday 5 April 2026
Attachments
Australian applicant guidelines
International applicant guidelines
Advertised: 20 Mar 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time
Applications close: 05 Apr 2026 Cen. Australia Standard Time
Work type: Full time, Part time
Location: Yorke and Mid North
Categories: Phlebotomy
Central Adelaide Local Health Network
Statewide – SA
Salary: OPS-2 $58,709 - $63,154 p.a. (pro-rata) + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
Location: Wallaroo
Permanent full-time and part-time positions
Looking for a rewarding role that contributes to the wellbeing of your local community? Are you people-oriented? Join our team as a Pathology Collector! Experience in specimen collection, medical terminology or data entry is preferred, but not essential. SA Pathology provides on the job training, employment stability, and great work-life balance – minimal shiftwork required.
Pathology Collectors are blood draw experts! They can also collect respiratory and other test samples, and they’re data entry champions too. They ensure your sample is correctly collected and identified, so your results are returned to you sooner.
Some rostered shifts at other SA Pathology centres within the Yorke Peninsula will be required.
About the role
Please view this link and associated video for visual overview of the role. https://www.sapathology.sa.gov.au/career-pathways/pathology-collector
As a Pathology Collector, you will play a valued role in supporting high-quality, efficient laboratory services across SA Pathology. Working as part of a dedicated team, you will undertake a variety of practical tasks such as specimen collection, transport, sorting and labelling, while assisting with clinical duties in line with established protocols. Your work will directly contribute to timely and accurate testing outcomes that support patient care.
Reporting to the Regional Laboratory Manager, you will provide welcoming, professional service to patients, staff and stakeholders, including referring clinicians and medical professionals. This role suits someone who enjoys hands-on patient interaction, works well under general direction, and takes pride in applying their skills with care, accuracy and respect. Through regular collaboration with medical, scientific and operational teams, you will help ensure every interaction reflects the trusted standards of SA Pathology.
About You
You are a caring and reliable professional who enjoys supporting patients and teams while delivering accurate, respectful service in a health setting.
A genuine commitment to excellent customer service, care and empathy
Sound judgement with the ability to identify issues and escalate appropriately
Experience responding to customer enquiries using information systems
Exposure to healthcare or pathology environments, including specimen collection, is valued
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: 932531
Enquiries to:
Rebecca Wardle, Laboratory Manager
Phone: 8823 0337
E-mail: [email protected]
Application Closing Date
11:55 pm Sunday 5 April 2026
Attachments
Australian applicant guidelines
International applicant guidelines
Advertised: 20 Mar 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time
Applications close: 05 Apr 2026 Cen. Australia Standard Time
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Wallaroo - Pathology Collector (Phlebotomist) position is now open for candidates interested in the BPO Jobs sector. This role in Adelaide offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in BPO Jobs is a plus.
