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Consultant - Anatomical Pathologist - Tasmania


Company : Head Medical


Location : Hobart, Tasmania


Created : 2026-03-16


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Join a leading tertiary hospital and advance your career in Anatomical Pathology while making a real impact on patient care and education.Head Medical seeking a Consultant Anatomical Pathologist for a fantastic opportunity located in Tasmania. You will contribute to teaching, and participate in research in a collaborative, supportive environment.Work in a tertiary referral teaching hospital with a strong commitment to research, education, and highquality patient careOpportunity to lead teaching for undergraduate and postgraduate trainees in Anatomical PathologyParticipate in cuttingedge research and quality improvement initiativesBe part of a supportive, multidisciplinary uppern with scope to influence service developmentThe RoleRoyal Hobart Hospital is Tasmania''s largest tertiary hospital, providing a full range of clinical services and serving a population of approximately 300,000. The hospital is committed to excellence in patient care, research, and teaching, and fosters a culture of innovation, collegiality, and professional development.As a Staff Specialist in Anatomical Pathology, your key responsibilities will include:Providing diagnostic services across adult and perinatal pathologyConducting tissue review meetings and supervising pathology traineesContributing to undergraduate and postgraduate medical teachingLeading and participating in research and quality improvement activitiesCollaborating with scientific staff, clinicians, and other healthcare professionalsActively supporting quality, safety, and childsafe practices within the hospitalYou will operate with clinical independence, acting within defined clinical privileges and under the guidance of the Head of Department. Participation in the oncall roster is required.RequirementsTo be successful in this role, you will have:Specialist registration, or an equivalent recognised overseas specialist qualificationDemonstrated experience in Anatomical Pathology at a tertiary.install pogled? hospital standardAbility to undertake and supervise research activitiesProven capacity for undergraduate and postgraduate teachingExcellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary teamRCPA autopsy certification (adult and perinatal) or equivalent is highly desirableThe LocationHobart offers a rare combination of career development and lifestyle. As Australia''s secondoldest capital city, it is known for its relaxed pace, strong sense of community, and outstanding natural surroundings.You will enjoy:A vibrant food and arts scene, including MONA and Salamanca MarketEasy access to hiking, sailing, beaches and national parksAffordable living compared with mainland capitalsA welcoming, familyfriendly environment with excellent schoolsTasmania is a place where doctors can truly balance a rewarding career with an exceptional quality of life.What Head Medical can do for youArranging a position overseas is very exciting, Ngunit we understand that it can also be daunting and time consuming. We''re the UK''s specialist in international medical recruitment and we''ve helped many Doctors relocate since we first started out in 2008 (you can read what people have said about working with us on our testimonials page). We know it''s important to balance career opportunities with lifestyle and we''ll talk through your plans and will get to know you to make sure we find the right role in the right location. Once we have secured a job for you, we''ll manage the Medical Registration and Visa application process, and support you (and your family) with the relocation itself. #J-18808-Ljbffr