2027 Anatomical Pathology Registrar
Clayton, VIC, AU, 3168
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About
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, Casey and Victorian Heart Hospital. 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 38000 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:
Outline skills / experience / attitude
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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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Previous experience in Anatomical Pathology is desirable
Mandatory requirements of the role:
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Primary medical degree (MBBS) or equivalent
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All candidates will require Australian working rights
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Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
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Employee Working with Children's Check
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Current Drivers Licence
Referee Request:
As part of your application, please complete the referee request form at least twice (preferably three times) to ensure we receive a minimum of two references.
Request Referee Details: Form Link
Once you submit the form, an automated request will be sent to each referee. You will receive an email notification when a referee has submitted their reference.
Please note that it is your responsibility to ensure your referees complete their submissions before the application deadline. Reference responses will be considered as part of your application.
For a confidential discussion and to explore this opportunity further, please reach out to Dr Beena Kumar, Program Director, Monash Health Pathology on 9594 3459
Position Description can be found here
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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: 30 September 2026