Genetic Pathologist

The Tasmanian State Service (TSS) is the largest employer in Tasmania, with over 28,000 employees providing services to the Tasmanian community at all levels.
The Royal Hobart Hospital and Department of Cytogenetics is seeking interest from suitably qualified applicants for a Genetic Pathologist vacancy.
Who are we? Royal Hobart Hospital is Tasmania's largest hospital and major referral centre.
As the major clinical teaching and research centre, RHH collaborates with the University of Tasmania and other institutions.
Pathology Services provides a comprehensive pathology service developed for a teaching hospital and academic environment.
The Service is a Tasmanian referral centre for molecular biology, cytogenetics, renal biopsies, immunophenotyping, stem cell transplantation, and many specialised microbiological, chemical and haematologic tests, and provides an outpatient specimen collection facility through Pathology South.
All our services work closely together to focus on delivering excellence in healthcare to achieve improved outcomes for our consumers, our workforce and the Tasmanian community.
The Genetic Pathologist will provide a senior role in both cytogenetics and molecular pathology at the Royal Hobart Hospital (RHH) Pathology services and will:
Actively pursue improved outcomes in genetics by participating in relevant teaching, research and quality activities.Participate in the provision of diagnostic services in molecular and cytogenetics specifically in haematological disorders at the RHH Pathology services.Undertake quality improvement activities.A few of our benefits: Extensive salary packaging options with excellent leave benefits (including professional development leave).Mentoring and support with an inclusive and well-respected team.Diverse specialist career pathways and professional development.Collaborative relationships with a range of professionals across multiple disciplines.Generous relocation support packages plus accommodation support for when you arrive.Employer visa sponsorship and support for families for overseas applicants.Details of Appointment Permanent, part-time day work (with on-call), working 38 hours per fortnight commencing as soon as possible.
Minimum Requirements: Holds specialist registration; orIs a registered Medical Practitioner who is an International Medical Graduate (IMG) who is on the specialist pathway;Is a registered Medical Practitioner who is an International Medical Graduate (IMG) who has a recognised overseas specialist qualification and is assessed as having sufficient experience in the speciality.The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer.
The following checks are to be conducted:
Conviction checks in the following areas:Crimes of violenceSex related offencesSerious drug offencesCrimes involving dishonestyDisciplinary action in previous employment checkSpecialist registration with the Medical Board of Australia in Genetic Pathology with Fellow of Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia (FRCPA) or relevant equivalent qualification with demonstrated scope of practice to cover the areas of testing in cytogenetics and molecular performed at RHH to ensure the NPACC supervision requirements are satisfied.How to Apply? Please ensure your application includes:
A 1-2 page application statement as related to the statement of dutiesA current CVThe contact details of two refereesQualifications and supporting documentsIn order to be considered for this position it is a requirement that you complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached statement of duties. Online applications are preferred as this ensures you answer important questions about yourself.
Attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
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