Pathology Queensland has an exciting opportunity for a permanent, (part time hours considered) Staff Specialist / Senior Staff Specialist to join the team of Medical Professionals at the Sunshine Coast University Hospital. The ideal applicant will be looking for an opportunity to demonstrate their contemporary knowledge and skills whilst sharing our passion ,curiosity and expertise in clinical excellence.

Job details

Provide timely, efficient, high quality and cost effective Anatomical Pathology diagnostic and consultation services which meet the clinical needs of referrers statewide.

Key competencies (role specific criteria)

You will be assessed on your ability to demonstrate the following:

• Demonstrated contemporary knowledge, skills and ability in Anatomical Pathology, participate in the local and remote frozen section service, perform on site and remote 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.
• Please detail any visa conditions that you may have if you are not a permanent resident of Australia.
• 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.

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). 

Further information

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

This is a permanent full time role.

Documents

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

• Applicant Pack - July 2025 (PDF, 911KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  CSQ648977 Staff Specialist - SCUH - Anatomical Pathology (PDF, 212KB)
  Role Description