Quality Officer - Lung Function

Job Information Job no:

922418 Work type:

Full time Location:

Adelaide CBD Categories:

Allied and Scientific Health

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)

Adelaide 5000

Salary MeS-2 $88,255 -$108,809 p.a.+ super + salary packaging

Permanent full-time

About CALHN At Central Adelaide (CALHN), we’re shaping the future of health through excellence in clinical care, research, and innovation. As South Australia’s largest health network, we deliver exceptional, safe and connected healthcare—for our patients, our community, and our people.

With more than 15,000 dedicated employees, every day at CALHN presents an opportunity to make a real impact—not because it’s expected, but because our values guide us to be our best.

Find out more about CALHN sites and services, our stories and the opportunities to be part of CALHN.

About the Role As Quality Officer, Lung Function you’ll contribute to leadership and support of a high-performing team, maintain top-quality standards to meet accreditation, and help develop innovative lung function testing and research. You’ll make a real impact on patient care and lab excellence.

Maintain quality systems for laboratory accreditation

Develop and introduce new procedures and practices

Supervise scientific, technical and admin staff

Liaise with clinicians, vendors and external partners

Support research and education initiatives

About You We are looking for a motivated and skilled Quality Officer, Lung Function who thrives in a high-quality laboratory environment and enjoys managing quality systems and leading teams while supporting accreditation, research and innovation.

Hold a Bachelor of Science or Applied Science in Medical Laboratory Science

Eligible for associate or ordinary membership of ANZSRS

Experienced with pulmonary function testing and laboratory quality systems

Apply analytical skills to solve problems and improve processes

Communicate confidently with staff, clinicians and external partners

Why You’ll Love It Here - CALHN benefits that matter

Salary packaging

– up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals & entertainment

Recognition & growth

– celebrate success and explore opportunities across SA Health

Flexible work options

– including part-time and other arrangements to suit your lifestyle

Health & fitness perks

– discounted access to Fitness Passport & free flu vaccinations

Wellbeing support

– Employee Assistance Program for you & your family

Diversity & Inclusion We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and supported. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, culturally diverse backgrounds, and LGBTQIA+ communities.

Application Information

Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required 922418 RD Quality Officer - Lung Function.pdf

Appointment will be subject to satisfactory Criminal History Clearances and compliant immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.

Curious about how this role could align with your career goals or lifestyle?

Connect with Sonya Johnston Position:Chief Medical Scientist Phone: (08) 7074 2846 E-mail: sonya.johnston@sa.gov.au

Apply Now

Applications close: 11:55 pm, Sunday, 21 December 2025

Job Ref: 922418

Go to the SA Health Career Website for how to apply, and Australian and International applicant guidelines for more information.

Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position.

Advertised: 05 Dec 2025 Cen. Australia Daylight Time Applications close: 21 Dec 2025 Cen. Australia Daylight Time

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