Registrar, Anatomical Pathology

SA Health; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 159,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options

Professional development

Annual leave

Health and fitness benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

SA Health is seeking an Anatomical Pathology Registrar within the Central Adelaide Local Health Network, rotating through major metropolitan hospitals and Forensic Science SA. You will contribute to diagnostic services in Anatomical Pathology, Cytology and Mortuary, support education, and work toward FRCPA Fellowship under supervision.

This full-time temporary role spans up to 12 months with potential extension, offering a structured training program, involvement in teaching, and opportunities

Qualifications

• Medical degree with medical board registration in Australia.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Clinical skills appropriate to registrar training level.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose diseases across tissue, fluid and specimen types.
• Contribute to Anatomical Pathology, Cytology and Mortuary services.
• Support undergraduate and postgraduate medical education and research.

Skills

Excellent communication

Strong diagnostic abilities

Team collaboration

Teaching and education support

Education

MBBS or equivalent

General medical registration with Medical Board of Australia

Job description

Central Adelaide Local Health Network Statewide - SA Pathology Salary: MDP-2 $99,707 - $158,523 p.a. + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits Adelaide SA, 5000 Full Time temporary up to 12 months (with the possibility of extension)

About the role

Anatomical pathology trainees are rotated through all major metropolitan hospitals, namely the Royal Adelaide Hospital (RAH), Flinders Medical Centre (FMC), the Queen Elizabeth Hospital (TQEH), and the Womens and Childrens Hospital (WCH), as well as Forensic Science SA. As a Registrar in Anatomical Pathology, you will be an integral part of the SA Pathology Anatomical Pathology training program, working towards obtaining Fellowship of the Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia (FRCPA). Under appropriate supervision, you will contribute to the delivery of high-quality Anatomical Pathology, Cytology and Mortuary services. You will be involved in diagnosing diseases across a broad range of tissue, fluid and specimen types, playing a critical role in supporting clinical decision-making and patient outcomes. Throughout your training, you will actively participate in both undergraduate and postgraduate medical education, including teaching, case reviews and self-directed learning. You will also be encouraged to contribute to research activities that advance the field of Anatomical Pathology. This role offers a comprehensive pathway to develop your expertise, with exposure to a wide variety of diagnostic challenges within a supportive and professionally rewarding environment.

About You

You are a motivated medical practitioner with a strong interest in Anatomical Pathology and a commitment to completing the Fellowship of the Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia (FRCPA). You bring excellent communication skills, strong diagnostic abilities appropriate to your training level, and the capacity to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary laboratory environment.

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

• A recognised medical degree (MBBS or equivalent) with general registration as a Medical Practitioner with the Medical Board of Australia.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with pathologists, laboratory staff and administrators.
• Competency in anatomical pathology appropriate to your training level, with the ability to meet report turnaround times and progress towards FRCPA requirements.
• A commitment to continuous learning, medical education standards, and maintaining professional development throughout your training.

What we offer

• Salary Benefits: Enjoy flexible salary packaging options , including up to $9,010 each FBT year for living expenses (such as mortgage, rent, utilities and groceries) plus an additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses.
• Professional Development: Opportunity to apply for reimbursement of eligible professional development activities, and access to dedicated leave for ongoing learning.
• Annual Leave: Enjoy paid recreation leave for essential rejuvenation, with leave loading applied.
• Health and Fitness Benefits: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program for you and your family, plus an annual voluntary flu vaccination to support your wellbeing.
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling and support services for you and your family via our Employee Assistance Program.

Diversity and inclusion

Diversity and inclusion: Statewide supports and fosters a culture in which employees feel they belong and feel safe at work. The culture aims to encourage all people to use their talents and to be valued and rewarded for their contributions. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.

About us

Statewide Clinical Support Services (SCSS) is a unique public healthcare organisation that serves health consumers and provides specialist clinical services to the health system in South Australia. SCSS encompasses BreastScreen SA, SA Dental, SA Medical Imaging, SA Pathology, and SA Pharmacy. Come and work with us to improve the health and well-being of South Australians, across all age groups and at any time of their life or health need.