Anatomical Pathologist

Anatomical Pathologist 1.0 EFT – Permanent ongoing

• Specialist diagnostic services in Anatomical Pathology and Cytology

• Full time role (1.0 EFT), permanent ongoing

• Based at MMC Clayton with rotation to Moorabbin, Dandenong and Clayton campuses

About Monash Health

Monash Health is Victoria’s largest and most comprehensive health service. For more than 170 years, Monash Health and its predecessors have provided safe, high-quality healthcare for people at every life stage. With 25,500 employees, care is provided to south-eastern metropolitan Melbourne and rural Victoria from over 40 locations, via telehealth, within local communities and in people’s homes. 

Monash Health recognises the value of equal employment opportunity and is committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards. Monash Health is relentless in its pursuit of excellence and works to our six guiding principles and  five ICare values. 

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 26 EFT scientific staff.

The Department processes around 37000 biopsies each year, and this includes small endoscopic and needle core biopsies. 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

The position will be a full-time role, permanent, ongoing (38 hours per week – 7.6 hours per day – Monday to Friday). The position also includes participation in an on-call roster.

The successful applicant will provide comprehensive diagnostic services in Anatomical Pathology.  Experience in perinatal/paediatric and/or renal pathology is desirable.  Candidates without prior experience should be willing to upskill in these areas of specialised pathology.

The candidate should be willing to participate in undergraduate/postgraduate teaching and quality activities. Any research interest will be encouraged and supported. An adjunct academic appointment to Monash University will potentially be available depending on the experience and seniority of the successful candidate.

Further inquiries and expressions of interest should be made to Prof Beena Kumar, Program Director, Pathology and Unit Head of Anatomical Pathology at Beena.Kumar@monashealth.org.

Superannuation payments by Monash Health will only be made up to the maximum Superannuation Guarantee Contribution Limit.

About You:  

To ensure your success in this role you will bring the following demonstrated skills, experience and knowledge: 
We are looking for candidates who is meticulous with attention to details, one who can multitask and be a team player and work in a complex environment.

• A medical qualification (MBBS or equivalent) with current registration the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (APHRA)

• Working with Children's Certificate

• Appropriate health professional tertiary qualifications

• Specific qualifications (FRCPA) through the Royal College of Pathologists, Australasia

• Previous experience in  Anatomical  Pathology is desirable 

What We Offer

• Salary packaging

• Onsite staff parking

• Discounted banking (BankVic)

• Onsite Gym

• Access to professional development courses and seminars

Offers of employment can only be made once all required probity checks have been completed. These include:

• ·       Reference checks;
• ·       A clear Police Check conducted within the last three months;
• ·       A current Victorian Employee Working with Children's Check (or proof of payment for same);
• ·       Proof of immunisation.

The incumbent must complete the Credentialing and Scope of Practice process prior to appointment and commencement. This will be reviewed on a regular basis.

As part of our selection process, you may be invited by email to participate in an on-camera video or a face to face interview.

Please note, applications will be accepted via the Monash Health online E Hub system only. Email applications will not be accepted.

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.