Staff Specialist - Anatomical Pathology - Wollongong Hospital (Ecred)

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time (up to 5.0 FTE*)
Position Classification: Staff Specialist
Specialty: Anatomical PathologyFacility: Wollongong Hospital
Hours Per Week: up to 40
Requisition ID: REQ477179
Applications for the position will be received via eCredential only. Please click to apply.

• Fractional appointments may be considered and must be negotiated with the Local Pathology Director, NSWHP - Illawarra Shoalhaven.

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.

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.

• 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.

The Public Health (COVID-19 Vaccination of Health Care Workers) Order 2021 commenced on 26 August 2021. The Order establishes mandatory requirements for health staff and persons working in health settings to be vaccinated with a COVID-19 vaccine. Mandatory COVID-19 vaccination will now be required for all NSW Health staff.This is a Category A position. All Category A applicants must read and understand Policy Directive PD2022_030 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:NSW Health does not require or accept the 'Fit2Work badge' offered as an option on eCredential.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

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to apply via eCredentialFor role related queries or questions contact Dr Peter Newton, Local Pathology Director, NSWHP - Illawarra Shoalhaven at Peter.Newton1@health.nsw.gov.auApplications Close: 9 April 2024