Staff Specialist - Laboratory Haematology - Westmead Hospital (eCred)

NSW Health; Council of the City of Sydney; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading health service provider in New South Wales is seeking a Staff Specialist in Laboratory Haematology for a Fixed Term Part Time role. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality diagnostic and consultative services, participate in research and medical education, and possess an AHPRA registration. This position is based at Westmead Hospital and requires effective communication and teamwork. Applications close on 18 January 2026, and further details can be obtained by contacting the Clinical Director.

Qualifications

• Currently registered or eligible for registration with AHPRA.
• Demonstrated commitment to research and medical education.
• Proven ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality diagnostic and consultative services.
• Participate in teaching, research, and administrative activities.
• Ensure professional performance and support academic environment.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Time management

Commitment to professional development

Education

Fellowship of the Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia in Laboratory Haematology

Job description

Employment Type: Fixed Term Part Time (up to 0.4 FTE*)
Position Classification: Staff Specialist
Specialty: Laboratory Haematology
Facility: Westmead Hospital
Hours Per Week: 16
Requisition ID: REQ628594
*Fractional appointments may be considered upon negotiation with the Clinical Director.

Applications for the position will be received via eCredential only. Please click here to apply.

What you'll be doing

• The Staff Specialist will provide high quality diagnostic, consultative, procedural and on-call specialty services in Laboratory Haematology, 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.

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 Laboratory Haematology, 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 in the specialty of Laboratory Haematology.

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.

The position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian. For more information on how to apply for the clearance, please visit the Office of Children’s Guardian website: https://ocg.nsw.gov.au/working-children-check

NSW Health does not require or accept the 'Fit2Work badge' offered as an option on eCredential.

An eligibility list will be created for future permanent, temporary and casual vacancies.

Need more information?

• Click here for the Position Description
• Find out more about applying for this position
• Click here for the Model scope of Clinical Practice
• Applications for the position will be received via eCredential only. Please click here to apply.

For role related queries or questions contact A/Prof Elizabeth Tegg, Clinical Director of Laboratory Haematology, NSWHP - Westmead Hospital at [e-mail]

Applications Close: 18 January 2026