Enjoy the Far North Qld lifestyle and experience everything Cairns has to offer while working at Pathology Queensland as a permanent, full time Staff Specialist Anatomical Pathologist. Joining Pathology Queensland in Cairns means working in a region that values clinical excellence while offering a lifestyle that’s hard to match. The Cairns Laboratory is part of a dynamic healthcare network, and the city’s growing population and tourism industry ensure a diverse and stimulating caseload. A competitive salary applies which include:- • Base salary between $210,332 and $266,677 (plus 50%) • Motor Vehicle and Professional Development Allowance • Rural attraction and retention allowance • Location Allowance • Salary packaging options also apply to allow you to maximise your income. Make Pathology Queensland in Cairns your next career move!!

Job details

What you'll do

• Deliver expert Anatomical Pathology services that make a difference by providing timely, efficient, and high-quality diagnostic and consultation services that are both cost-effective and tailored to meet the clinical needs of referrers across Queensland.
• Play a key role in shaping the future of Anatomical Pathology by helping to design and implement strategic frameworks grounded in global best practices.
• Supervise and support registrars, fostering their growth and ensuring the highest standards of professional development.

About you 

• Demonstrated contemporary knowledge, skills and ability in Anatomical Pathology, participate in the frozen section service, perform MDTs, be able to participate in the after-hours on call roster, and a high level of professionalism required in the position, especially objectivity.
• Demonstrated high level interpersonal and communication skills necessary for all aspects of the position.
• Demonstrated skills, knowledge and abilities necessary to conduct relevant training, teaching, research, investigation, analysis and management
• Knowledge of the ISO 15189 and NATA Medical Testing Requirements demonstrating continued accreditation in your clinical specialty for all laboratories across a diverse network

Qualifications, registrations and other requirements

• Mandatory requirements are a medical qualification and tertiary qualification in Anatomical Pathology (FRCPA, or equivalent) and be registerable with the Medical Board of Australia (AHPRA) as a Specialist Pathologist.
• The incumbents must be Fellows of the Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia or equivalent.
• We understand that some people may require adjustments to the workplace or the way the work is performed. All applicants are encouraged to advise the panel of any support or reasonable adjustments (i.e. building access, wheelchair access, interpreting services etc.) that may be required.

Please review the role description for further information and details on how to apply

Why Pathology Queensland 

Pathology Queensland (PQ) is a leading provider of comprehensive diagnostic and laboratory services with 35 laboratories located across Queensland. PQ is critical to the delivery of healthcare in Queensland and with a multidisciplinary team of 2,000 people, we're involved in 70 per cent of all medical decisions and in all cancer diagnoses. 

On top of a generous base salary, medical practitioners also receive additional allowances including motor vehicle, professional development and retention and attraction (50% of base salary). Rural retention and attraction allowance (5% of base salary) and locality allowance also apply to form the total salary.

This is your opportunity to join the dedicated team of professionals in Cairns and be part a dynamic group of individuals that embraces, excellence in health care, teaching, research and empowering our people to be the best in serving our community.

Besides the excellent work opportunities, Cairns offers a unique lifestyle suitable to a wide variety of interests. Cairns is in the heart of the tropical north and is the primary gateway to northern Australia. Cairns is an ideal base to explore the wider region with front door access to the Great Barrier Reef, rainforests and outback locations.

Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion 

Our commitment to cultural safety, equity, diversity and inclusion means we understand some people may need changes to the recruitment process. If you need support during the recruitment process, such as meeting with the panel virtually instead of in person, please reach out to the hiring manager. We value diverse candidates and your need for adjustments will not affect our hiring decisions. 

Ready to apply?

Please provide the following information to the panel to assess your suitability:

• Your resume, including the names and contact details of two referees who have a thorough knowledge of your capabilities, work performance and conduct within the previous two years, and it is preferable to include your current, immediate or past supervisor.
• A short statement (maximum two pages) that gives details of your skills, experience and knowledge as required on the role description under the heading ‘key competencies (role specific criteria)'.
• Candidates will be expected to develop areas of subspecialist expertise during their employment in this role. Please indicate any current areas of interest.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• AP Staff Specialist - Cairns - Aug 2025 (PDF, 316KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applicant Pack - July 2025 (PDF, 911KB)
  Application Kit