What if the next step in your Histopathology career took you to Tasmania?
Take your histopathology career to Australia and make Tasmania home.
Head Medical are seeking an experienced Consultant Histopathologist to join the Anatomical Pathology service at Royal Hobart Hospital, Tasmania's largest hospital and principal referral centre.
For UK Histopathologists, FRCPath/CCT candidates are encouraged to apply and may be eligible for the RCPA specialist pathway, subject to individual assessment and Australian registration requirements.
This is an opportunity to combine tertiary-level clinical practice, teaching and research with the lifestyle Tasmania is famous for beaches, mountains, wilderness and a vibrant cultural scene all within easy reach of Hobart.
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UK Histopathologists encouraged to apply - FRCPath/CCT candidates may be eligible for the RCPA pathway
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Join Tasmania's largest hospital and principal referral centre
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Broad tertiary Anatomical Pathology case mix
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Teaching and research opportunities with links to the University of Tasmania
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Up to AUD $484,000 per annum, plus relocation support
The Role
Royal Hobart Hospital is seeking a Staff Specialist - Anatomical Pathology to join its established and collaborative pathology service.
For UK candidates, this represents an opportunity to continue your career as a Consultant Histopathologist within an Australian tertiary environment, providing specialist diagnostic pathology services across a broad range of surgical, oncology and multidisciplinary services.
You'll have the opportunity to:
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Provide specialist Anatomical Pathology services within a tertiary referral environment
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Contribute to MDTs and tissue review meetings
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Teach medical students from the University of Tasmania
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Supervise and train postgraduate specialist trainees
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Develop research interests and contribute to research activities
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Participate in quality improvement, clinical governance and service development
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Work collaboratively with pathologists, scientists, clinicians and other healthcare professionals
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Participate in the departmental on-call roster
The role offers a high degree of professional autonomy, supported by the Head of Department and Director of Pathology Services.
Qualifications & Eligibility
Applicants must meet the relevant Australian eligibility requirements, including either:
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Specialist registration relevant to Anatomical Pathology; or
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A recognised overseas specialist qualification and sufficient specialist experience to be assessed through the relevant RCPA pathway.
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RCPA adult and perinatal autopsy certificates, or equivalent qualifications, are desirable but not essential
UK candidates: Consultant Histopathologists with FRCPath and CCT in Histopathology are encouraged to apply.
Specialist registration and RCPA Fellowship are separate processes, and individual eligibility will be determined by the relevant Australian regulatory bodies.
The Location
Tasmania offers something increasingly difficult to find; an exceptional quality of life without compromising professional opportunity.
Hobart is Tasmania's vibrant capital, combining a thriving food, arts, and cultural scene with an enviable outdoor lifestyle. From beautiful beaches and pristine alpine landscapes to world-class produce, restaurants and year-round cultural events, there is plenty to enjoy outside of work.
For those looking to relocate with family, Tasmania also offers excellent educational opportunities, a welcoming community, and a more relaxed pace of life. You can enjoy short commutes and easy access to nature while still having the professional opportunities and facilities of a state capital.
Whether you enjoy hiking, cycling, sailing, skiing, exploring the coast or simply making the most of a more balanced lifestyle, Tasmania provides an outstanding setting for both career and family life.
Find out more about the region here Travel Guide to Hobart, Tasmania - Tourism Australia
What Head Medical can do for you
Head Medical is a specialist international healthcare recruitment company and has been helping doctors relocate to Australia, New Zealand and beyond since 2008. From identifying the right opportunity through to regulatory applications and relocation, we provide free guidance and support throughout the process. We also have qualified and licensed Immigration Advisers within our team who can assist with migration planning and visa applications for Australia and New Zealand. The services of our licensed Immigration Advisers are provided as an additional service, with any applicable fees discussed in advance.