2026 Anatomical Pathology Registrar
Clayton, VIC, AU, 3168
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About Monash Anatomical Pathology
The Department of Anatomical Pathology at Monash Health is based at Monash Medical Centre in Clayton, and serves a large network of hospitals including Monash Medical Centre, Dandenong, Moorabbin and Casey Hospitals. Monash Health is the largest public health care network in Victoria, providing the full range of specialist medical and surgical programs, obstetrics and gynaecology, paediatrics and perinatal / neonatal services. The Department is staffed by 12 EFT anatomical pathologists, 4 EFT registrars, and 30 EFT scientific staff.
The Department processes around 36000 biopsies each year, and this includes small endoscopic and needle core biopsies. The majority of the cases are of high complexity comprising multiple specimens per case. Approximately 9000 cytology accessions per year - both exfoliative cytology, fluid-based cytology, and fine needle aspiration cytology are processed and reported. This includes non-gynaecological cytology cases only, as our gynaecological cytology is sent to the Victorian Cytology Service (VCS). Transbronchial needle aspirates (TBNA) and Pancreatic FNAs are performed. Around 140 perinatal autopsies and less than 10 adult autopsies are performed every year.
About the Role
Registrars will report to their respective supervisor and the Unit Head of Anatomical Pathology.
The successful candidate(s) will be trained in Laboratory Management; Laboratory techniques; Handling fresh and frozen specimens; Surgical Cut up; Microscopic examination and reporting; Cytological examination and reporting; Autopsy procedures; Presentation at Multidisciplinary meetings; Quality Assurance program modules; Undergraduate teaching; Tissue Banking.
About You
To ensure your success in this role you will bring the following demonstrated skills, experience and knowledge:
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We are looking for candidates who are meticulous with attention to detail, one who can multitask and be a team player and work in a complex environment
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Positions are appointed through the Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia (RCPA) and applicants will need to apply to both the RCPA and Monash Pathology
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A medical qualification (MBBS or equivalent) with current registration the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (APRHA)
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A current Victorian Working with Children Check Employee (WWCC)
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Previous experience in Anatomical Pathology is desirable
For a confidential discussion, please contact Beena Kumar - Unit Head, Anatomical Pathology and Program Director Pathology on (03) 9594 3459.
Position Description can be found here
We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards. At Monash Health we are relentless in our pursuit of excellence and work to our six guiding principles and our five ICare values.
How to Apply
Applications are accepted via the Monash Health online EHub system. For information including how to apply and probity check requirements, please click here for the ‘Application Guide’
Applications will be screened upon receipt and selection activity may commence prior to the closing date.
Applications close September 30th, 2025.