Anatomical Pathologist

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- Specialist diagnostic services in Anatomical Pathology

- Part time, fixed term role (0.6 EFT) from 1/2/27 to 30/7/27 with opportunities for an ongoing appointment

- Based at Monash Medical Centre, Clayton

About Monash Health Pathology Service

Alfred Health and Monash Health have established a formal partnership to deliver a Shared Pathology Service as one of two new pathology networks for metropolitan Melbourne. All roles in the Pathology Programs are working to develop the Partnership and ensure we continue to provide high-quality care for the patients across the health services.

Monash Health Pathology is an integral part of Monash Health. It is the largest public provider of Pathology services in the state and currently operates 6 laboratories. The largest of these is located at the Monash Medical Centre, Clayton, with additional laboratories located at the Dandenong, Moorabbin, Casey, Victorian Heart Hospital and Wonthaggi Hospitals. There are currently 18 collection locations based within the hospital sites and community settings. Services are provided to the Public and Private sectors, and other laboratory services.

About the Anatomical Pathology Service

The Anatomical Pathology service is based at the Monash Medical Centre (Clayton Campus) but supports activities across all campuses of Monash Health. The position has duties and responsibilities that support the Anatomical Pathology section of Monash Health / Monash Pathology in the provision of services across Monash Health consistent with the Strategic and Clinical plans of Monash Pathology and Monash Health.

The anatomical pathology department processes approximately 38,000 surgical biopsies, 9,000 cytology specimens and approximately 150 perinatal autopsies each year.

The Department is staffed by 11.8 EFT Anatomical Pathologists and 4 Anatomical Pathology registrars.

About the Role

Monash Health Pathology is seeking an energetic, motivated, and detail-oriented Anatomical Pathologist with a high level of clinical competence and a strong commitment to excellence in Anatomical Pathology. The successful candidate will demonstrate up-to-date knowledge of recent advances in the field, along with a strong interest in teaching and research.

The successful applicant will provide comprehensive specialist diagnostic services in Anatomical Pathology and Cytology. The candidate should be willing to upskill /cover specialist areas as required by the department. Candidates with a willingness to specialise in perinatal pathology will be regarded as an advantage. The candidate should be willing to participate in undergraduate/postgraduate teaching and quality activities. Any research interest will be encouraged and supported.

An adjunct academic appointment to Monash University will potentially be available depending on the experience and seniority of the successful candidate.

The role will be a part time (0.6 EFT) fixed term role for 6 months with opportunities for an with an opportunity for an ongoing appointment, based on funding approval.

Superannuation payments by Monash Health will only be made up to the maximum Superannuation Guarantee Contribution Limit

About You

To ensure your success in this role you will bring the following demonstrated skills, experience and knowledge:

We are looking for candidates who is meticulous with attention to details, one who can multitask and be a team player and work in a complex environment.

- A medical qualification (MBBS or equivalent) with current registration the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (APHRA)

- Working with Children's Certificate

- Appropriate health professional tertiary qualifications

- Specific qualifications (FRCPA) through the Royal College of Pathologists, Australasia

What We Offer

- Salary packaging

- Onsite staff parking

- Discounted banking (BankVic)

- Onsite Gym

- Access to professional development courses and seminars

For a confidential discussion and to explore this opportunity further, please reach out to Further enquiries and expressions of interest should be made to Prof Beena Kumar, Unit Head of Anatomical Pathology at [email protected]

Position Description can be found here

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How to Apply

Applications are accepted via the Monash Health online EHub system. For information including how to apply and probity check requirements, please click here for the ‘Application Guide’

Applications will be screened upon receipt and selection activity may commence prior to the closing date.

Applications close: 19 November 2026