Pathology Program Clinical Consultant

Barwon Health; Geelong; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Living expenses cap $9,010

Meals and entertainment cap $2,650

Job summary

Barwon Health is seeking a Senior Clinician for the Acting Clinical Consultant – Pathology Program to lead and develop pathology services. You will work under the Chief Medical Officer and Pathology Program Manager to provide oversight and ensure high‑quality, cost‑effective care.

This temporary, part‑time role supports paternal leave cover and involves collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to advance clinical practice and patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse (Division 1) or relevant tertiary qualification in science, biomedical science, or medical laboratory science.
• Demonstrated clinical excellence with extensive experience in the clinical setting.
• Highly self-motivated with the ability to work independently in fast-paced environments and manage multiple tasks and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight, operational management, leadership and development in the delivery of Pathology services to Barwon Health
• Act as primary source for operational communication between Pathology provider(s) and Barwon Health ensuring continuous Pathology services to Barwon Health
• Promote Best Practice and educational resources in Pathology service provision, test orderingand management.
• Coordinate the development, review and implementation of clinical guidelines and procedures located on Clinical Practice on the document control system
• Ensure documented processes and procedures include multidisciplinary consultation and are evidence based with a strong focus on consumer centred care.
• Ensure accurate, timely completion of work in line with Barwon Health policies, while maintaining regular communication with the Pathology Program Manager
• Oversee Pathology service delivery by monitoring performance and supporting clinical leads to manage resources effectively, ensuring high-quality and financially responsible outcomes

Skills

AHPRA registration

Clinical excellence

Independent worker

Education

Science degree

Job description

Job Category -Management - Line - Clinical

• Do you have an interest in Program Management or a Safety and Quality role?
• This is a fantastic opportunity to further your career within Barwon Health!
• Great temporary part-time opportunity | 48hours per fortnight | Paternal Leave cover

About the role

Barwon Health is looking for a Senior Experienced clinician to develop themselves professionally as the Acting Clinical Consultant – Pathology Program .

You will be working in conjunction with and under the guidance of the Chief Medical Officer and Pathology Program Manager to Provide oversight, operational management, leadership and development in the delivery of Pathology services to Barwon Health. This will include professional collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to deliver a high-quality pathology service to Barwon Health.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide oversight, operational management, leadership and development in the delivery of Pathology services to Barwon Health
• Act as primary source for operational communication between Pathology provider(s) and Barwon Health ensuring continuous Pathology services to Barwon Health
• Promote Best Practice and educational resources in Pathology service provision, test orderingand management.
• Coordinate the development, review and implementation of clinical guidelines and procedures located on Clinical Practice on the document control system
• Ensure documented processes and procedures include multidisciplinary consultation and are evidence based with a strong focus on consumer centred care.
• Ensure accurate, timely completion of work in line with Barwon Health policies, while maintaining regular communication with the Pathology Program Manager
• Oversee Pathology service delivery by monitoring performance and supporting clinical leads to manage resources effectively, ensuring high-quality and financially responsible outcomes

What we’re looking for

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse (Division 1) or relevant tertiary qualification in science, biomedical science, or medical laboratory science
• Demonstrated clinical excellence with extensive experience in the clinical setting
• Highly self-motivated with the ability to work independently in fast-paced environments and manage multiple tasks and priorities

• Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction
• A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
• Attractive salary packaging benefits
  • Living expenses capped at $9,010
  • Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650

Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.

Child Safety

Additional information

All appointments are subject to:

• Satisfactory Police Record Check
• Immunisation Status Clearance
• Working with Children Check (if applicable)

Contact person: Melissa Fraser or Erin Sharp, Pathology Program ManagersEmail:***************@barwonhealth.org.au
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