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Staff Specialist - Anatomical Pathology - Coffs Harbour Health Campus (eCred)


Company : NSW Health Pathology


Location : Coffs Harbour, New South Wales


Created : 2025-11-02


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Staff Specialist - Anatomical Pathology - Coffs Harbour Health Campus (eCred) Apply to the Staff Specialist role at NSW Health Pathology. Employment Type: Permanent Full Time (1.0 FTE) Position Classification: Staff Specialist Specialty: Anatomical Pathology Facility: Coffs Harbour Health Campus Hours Per Week: 40 Requisition ID: REQ580423 Area of Need: This position has been declared as Area of Need per NSW Health Policy Directive PD2021_007. What Youll Be Doing The Staff Specialist will provide high quality diagnostic, consultative, procedural and oncall 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. Relocating to the MidNorth Coast Employment with NSW Health in rural and regional areas is rewarding and well supported. You will play a crucial role in a dedicated team, where the impact of your work will be directly felt within the community. Working in smaller laboratory settings offers the opportunity to develop your skills more rapidly, gain handson experience, and advance your career in a supportive and collaborative environment. Find out more about additional support available for working in Rural and Regional NSW through this link. Click this link to take a look inside some of our Rural and Regional Labs. If you are looking to relocate to any of our regional areas, the Welcome Experience will be able to assist. This program is designed to assist with relocation needs such as finding housing, enrolling in schools, and getting acquainted with the local community. 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. Applicants expected to receive Fellowship by February 2026 are encouraged to apply. 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. All applications must be supported by full responses to the Selection Criteria. Applications which do not address or meet the criteria will not be shortlisted. Late applications will not be accepted unless there are technical issues preventing you from applying. In these instances, the request must be supported by evidence of the issue, steps taken to contact the system administrators and notification to the contact person of this advertisement prior to the advertisement closing. This is a Category A position. All Category A applicants must read and understand Policy Directive PD2024_015 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. NSW Health does not require or accept the ''Fit2Work badge'' offered as an option on eCredential. Eligibility list will be created for future permanent, temporary and casual vacancies. To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent residency. Application Process & Closing Applications for the position will be received via eCredential only. Please click here to apply. Applications Close: This is a rolling advertisement and will remain open until 19 December 2025. For role related queries or questions contact Dr Tony Dill, Staff Specialist in Anatomical Pathology, NSWHP - Coffs Harbour Health Campus on [email protected]. Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at NSW Health Pathology by 2x. #J-18808-Ljbffr