Registrar(s) Pathology Queensland

Job Reference

QLD/CSQ666144

Overview

Pathology Queensland invites applications from experienced Forensic Pathology Registrars who have successfully completed Part I of their RCPA examinations. As a Forensic Pathology Registrar, you will play a vital role in supporting departmental operations and advancing forensic investigations. Working closely under the guidance of the Chief Forensic Pathologist, you’ll gain hands‑on experience in Forensic Pathology. A competitive salary applies which includes base salary, vocational training subsidy, professional development leave, examination leave, 5 weeks annual leave and 12.75 % superannuation.

Key Responsibilities

- You will be required to fulfil the responsibilities of this role in accordance with the Queensland Public Service values.
- Adhere to defined service quality standards, health and safety policies and procedures relating to the work being undertaken in order to ensure high quality, safe services and workplaces.
- Examine and report findings as required.
- Comply with accreditation requirements including performing quality control procedures, assisting with preparation of procedure manuals and completion of relevant statistics.
- Have the ability to contribute to original research.
- Participate in ongoing education activities including teaching sessions hosted by consultants, and in the hospital.
- Display a high level of initiative.

Key Competencies (role specific criteria)

- Academic achievement and interest in Forensic Pathology; proven ability to succeed in medical examinations.
- Interpersonal skills, including the ability to work as a team member and to relate successfully with other staff at all levels.
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in both spoken and written English in formal, informal presentation of scientific, teaching or clinical material.
- Ability, interest and willingness to participate in the teaching of pathology and research.

Qualifications, registrations and other requirements

- MBBS or equivalent, and must be registrable with the Medical Board of Australia.
- Prior experience as a Forensic Pathology registrar with completion of Part I examination essential
- Although the position is primarily based at Coopers Plains, Brisbane, it may include a rotation to the Townsville Laboratory.
- Registered forensic pathology trainee with the Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia.
- Please detail any visa conditions you may have if you are not a permanent resident of Australia.
- We understand that some people may require adjustments to the workplace or the way the work is performed. All applicants are encouraged to advise the panel of any support or reasonable adjustments (i.e. building access, wheelchair access, interpreting services etc.) that may be required.

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD and Covid Vaccination) requirements

- It will be a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against one or more of the following vaccine preventable diseases during their employment: Hepatitis A & B, Measles, Mumps, Pertussis, Rubella and Varicella.
- Additional vaccinations including Japanese Encephalitis and Rabies may also be required for this position.
- Existing staff that are engaged prior to 1 July 2016 are not subject to this condition of employment unless they apply for a role with VPD requirements that is with a different Queensland Health entity (i.e. one HHS to another HHS, department to a HHS, or HHS to department).

Competitive salaries

- 12.75% superannuation.
- 14% leave loading.
- Salary Packaging (where applicable).
- Vocational Training Allowance.
- Professional Development Leave.
- Examination Leave.

Additional Information – how to apply

Please provide the following information to the panel to assess your suitability:

- Your resume, including the names and contact details of two referees who have a thorough knowledge of your capabilities, work performance and conduct within the previous two years, and it is preferable to include your current, immediate or past supervisor.
- A short statement (maximum two pages) that gives details of your skills, experience and knowledge as required on the role description under the heading ‘key competencies (role specific criteria)’.

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