Jobs to go in SA Pathology

Almost 200 jobs are to be cut in SA Pathology with a union warning the move could impact on patients.

Almost 200 jobs will be cut from SA Pathology, impacting largely on medical scientists and technical officers.

The decision to axe 196 full-time positions was announced on Wednesday with the cuts to begin in September.

Professionals Australia, which represents medical scientists, says the cuts could result in delayed test results and treatment for patients.