Staff Specialist

Staff Specialist - Anatomical Pathology - John Hunter Hospital (e Cred)Join to apply for the Staff Specialist - Anatomical Pathology - John Hunter Hospital (e Cred) role at NSW Health Staff Specialist - Anatomical Pathology - John Hunter Hospital (e Cred)1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the Staff Specialist - Anatomical Pathology - John Hunter Hospital (e Cred) role at NSW Health Employment Type: Permanent Part Time (0.6 FTE)Position Classification: Staff Specialist Specialty: Anatomical Pathology Sub-Specialities: Paediatric and Perinatal Pathology Facility: John Hunter Hospital Hours Per Week: 24 Requisition ID: REQ536318 Applications for the position will be received via e Credential only.
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Where you'll be working NSW Health Pathology - John Hunter is a leading medical facility committed to excellence in patient care, medical education and research.
Our dedicated team of healthcare professionals provide compassionate care and advanced diagnostic services.
We are currently seeking a highly motivated Anatomical Pathologist to join our Perinatal and Paediatric Pathology Team and contribute to our mission of delivering exceptional care to our paediatric, neonatal and obstetrics patients.
Our team provide services for community and hospital referrals, working closely with clinical colleagues and meet regularly for MDTs and MM meetings.
Some of our pathologists are actively involved in teaching at the University of Newcastle and some are actively involved in research.
Continuing education is supported with a generous continuing professional development allowance.
You will be working in a supportive and innovative environment with a focus on patient-centred care.
Both junior and more experienced Perinatal/Paediatric pathologists are encouraged to apply.
Proven keen interest in Perinatal and Paediatric pathology is highly advantageous.
What You'll Be Doing The Staff Specialist will provide high quality diagnostic, consultative, procedural and on-call specialty services in Anatomical Pathology, and will participate in teaching, research, quality improvement and administrative activities commensurate with the Staff Specialists (State) Award.
The Staff Specialist will ensure a high standard of professional performance and, where required, the encouragement of an academic environment which supports research and development.
The Staff Specialist will provide high quality diagnostic, consultative, procedural and on-call specialty services in Anatomical Pathology, and will participate in teaching, research, quality improvement and administrative activities commensurate with the Staff Specialists (State) Award.
The Staff Specialist will ensure a high standard of professional performance and, where required, the encouragement of an academic environment which supports research and development.
The primary duties of the Staff Specialist will be performing perinatal autopsies as well as reporting surgical specimens from paediatric patients.
Perinatal autopsies will include fetuses, stillborn infants and neonates with their placentas.
The Staff Specialist will provide accurate and detailed reports with insight into potential causes of complications during pregnancy and/or birth.
Paediatric surgical specimens include but not limited to neoplasm, infection, inflammatory and genetic disorders.
The Staff Specialist will also participate in some of the adult pathology specialties such as GIT, breast and non-melanoma skin.
The Staff Specialist will collaborate with obstetricians, midwives, neonatologists, paediatric teams including surgical, medical and oncology to provide comprehensive diagnostic support.
The Staff Specialist will participate in educational, training and quality assurance programs and activities.
Selection Criteria Currently registered or eligible for registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and obtained Fellowship of the Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia in Anatomical Pathology, and/or other specialist recognition as provided under the Staff Specialists (State) Award.
Applicants expected to receive Fellowship by August 2025 are encouraged to apply.
Demonstrated commitment to basic, applied or clinical research and/or medical education and staff training.
Proven ability to work as a team member with effective communication, interpersonal skills and adaptability to work within a multidisciplinary team environment.
Demonstrated personal qualities including effective communication skills, motivation, initiative, time management and commitment to professional development.
Demonstrated commitment to the principles of clinical quality management, continuous improvement and a contemporary knowledge of National Pathology Accreditation Advisory Council (NPAAC) Standards and NATA accreditation processes.
Demonstrated contemporary clinical knowledge and technical expertise within the specialty of Anatomical Pathology.
Demonstrated experience and/or satisfactory and proven training in Perinatal and Paediatric specialties.
All applications must be supported by full responses to the Selection Criteria.
Applications which do not address or meet the criteria will not be shortlisted.
Late applications will not be accepted unless there are technical issues preventing you from applying.
In these instances, the request must be supported by evidence of the issue, steps taken to contact the system administrators and notification to the contact person of this advertisement prior to the advertisement closing.
This is a Category A position.
All Category A applicants must read and understand Policy Directive PD2024_015 Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination against specified diseases.
All new recruits must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in this policy.
New recruits must provide evidence against specified diseases and comply with the requirements of this policy at their own cost prior to appointment.
The position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children's Guardian.
For more information on how to apply for the clearance, please visit the Office of Children's Guardian website: https://ocg.nsw.gov.au/working-children-check NSW Health does not require or accept the 'Fit2 Work badge' offered as an option on e Credential.
An eligibility list will be created for future permanent, temporary and casual vacancies.
Please Note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent residency.
Need more information?Click here for the Position Description Find out more about applying for this position Click here for the Model Scope of Clinical Practice Applications for the position will be received via e Credential only.
Please click here to apply For role related queries or questions contact Dr Ricardo Vilain, A/Clinical Director of Anatomical Pathology, NSWHP - John Hunter Hospital at Ricardo.
Vilain@health.nsw.gov.au.
Applications Close: The first round of application will close on 5 July 2025.
This is a rolling advertisement and if the position is not filled, the advertisement will remain open up to 19 September 2025 Seniority level Seniority level Entry level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Health Care Provider Industries Hospitals and Health Care Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at NSW Health by 2x Get notified about new Pathologist jobs in New Lambton, New South Wales, Australia.
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