Consultant - Anatomical Pathologist

Reference Number: 43604: Consultant - Anatomical Pathologist
Employment Type: On Going Full Time (FT)
Location: Northern Health (All Campuses)About Northern Health:As an organisation we have a clear focus on how we service and partner with our community, including our strategy of helping the community stay well when at home. Our reputation of community minded, inclusive and progressive is matched to none.Northern Health is located in the rapidly growing northern suburbs with projected growth the biggest in the state. With a booming, culturally rich and diverse community, and less than an hour's drive from the CBD, Melbourne's North is fast becoming the place to be!The RoleAn opportunity exists for an Anatomical Pathologist to join the team at Northern Health. The Anatomical Pathology Unit in a new purpose-built dynamic Laboratory to provide an evolving service to the Northern hospital, its campuses and surrounds. The anatomical pathology unit is located at the Epping campus, consisting of Histopathology, Cytopathology Immunohistochemistry, Immunofluorescence and Mortuary. A broad range of diagnostic histology and non-gynaecological cytology specimens will be processed in the unit.To be successful in this role you will have:

• Appointee must be a legally qualified practitioner, registered with the AHPRA Medical Board of Australia
• Fellowship of the Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia (or equivalent) in Anatomical Pathology.
• Demonstrable relevant knowledge and experience in diagnostic Anatomical Pathology.
• Experience in Anatomical Pathology in a major teaching hospital.
• An established record in research in the discipline of Anatomical Pathology.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with medical, clinical, laboratory and administrative staff.
• Have sound written communication skills sufficient to produce reports, Specialist/ technical/medical papers, education material, letters to clients, physicians, patients or patient family about routine, non-routine or sensitive issues.
• Skill in dealing with physically ill, emotional and/or distressed patients, family and staff.
• Able to be assertive and stand firm on issues when appropriate.
• Able to work with a team of varying skill levels and knowledge base.

Next Steps . . .If this opportunity sounds like the next step in your career, then we would love to hear from you. Please click on the 'Apply' button and follow the prompts.For further details, please refer to or alternatively contact: Dr Alexandra Du Guesclin, Director of Anatomical Pathology via or 03 9485 9403Applications close 26 April 2024Credentialing and Scope of Clinical Practice:All applicants must participate in the Credentialing and Scope of Practice process at Northern Health by completing the Credentialing and Scope of Clinical Practice application via the electronic credentialing system, CGov prior to interview.Click here to complete your credentialing application:Please note existing Northern Health Senior Medical Staff are not required to commence a new credentialing application.Why work at the Northern Health?We offer a range of benefits to support and reward staff both personally and professionally, which includes:

• Health and Wellbeing programs, including our 'Thrive' program
• Flexibility in the workplace and extra leave options and support
• An inclusive and culturally safe space
• State of the art facilities and campus partnerships
• A commitment to ongoing professional development through our 'Learning Labs'
• Access to salary packaging, EAP and our online library

For a glimpse of life at NH, clickWork with us! Northern Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce which reflects the community we serve. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, as well as applicants who are LGBTIQ+, who have different abilities, or are from culturally and Linguistically Diverse Backgrounds are encouraged.All employees of Northern Health must comply with the health service's Staff Health / Workforce Immunisation procedure (as amended from time to time) together with any relevant State Government and Departmental directives. This requires all employees to be vaccinated for various diseases such as, but not limited to influenza and Covid-19.