The Tasmanian Health Service is seeking interest from suitable applicants for 2026 Anatomical Pathology Registrar positions at the Royal Hobart Hospital (RHH).
The Tasmanian Health Service is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of our community. We are committed to providing the highest levels of healthcare and services.
We offer -
• Flexible work/life balance
• Attractive Salary Package
• Dynamic team environment
• Professional Development
The Royal Hobart Hospital provides a comprehensive tertiary diagnostic and consultative Anatomical Pathology service. The trainee registrar will have excellent training opportunities and involvement in a wide range of diagnostic services in all aspects of histopathology, autopsy pathology and cytopathology. Rotations occur to Forensic Pathology and Hobart Pathology.
Registrars are involved in clinical meetings, teaching and research.
The Royal Hobart Hospital is accredited for the Fellowship of the Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia.
Salary
$134,930 – $189,005 per annum
Salary range is in accordance with Medical Practitioners Agreement 2022
Classification
Medical Practitioner Level 5-11 (Registrar/Senior Registrar)
Medical Practitioners Agreement 2022
Award
Medical Practitioners (Tasmanian State Service) Award
Period of Employment
Fixed term, full time day work, working 76 hours per fortnight plus 10 hours protected training time (pro rata), commencing 2 February 2026 until 1 February 2027 (24 months negotiable).
Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time and casual vacancies.
Location
Royal Hobart Hospital, Department Anatomical Pathology
Duties
The Registrar is responsible for the day to day Surgical cut-up, biopsy reporting and surgical meetings at the RHH.
Essential Requirements
* General or limited registration with the Medical Board of Australia.
* Current Working with Children Registration (where applicable and as determined by individual position requirements).
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:
1. Conviction checks in the following areas:
a) Crimes of Violence
b) Sex Related Offences
c) Serious Drug Offences
d) Crimes involving dishonesty
2. Identification check
3. Disciplinary action in previous employment check.
Download the Statement of Duties and Associated Documents
How to apply
Only online applications will be considered for this Recruitment Campaign – please click the blue Apply Now button.
You are NOT required to address the selection criteria within the Statement of Duties.
You ARE required to submit a current CV & cover letter outlining career goals and your suitability for the position.
Applicants must be eligible for medical registration in Australia.
Please note: Applications submitted by an Agency on behalf of an applicant will not be considered at this time.
For further information on this training position please contact:
Dr Eileen Long
Staff Specialist – Anatomical Pathology
Email eileen.long@ths.tas.gov.au
OR
Dr Karen Whale
Staff Specialist – Anatomical Pathology
Email: karen.whale@ths.tas.gov.au
Should you require further information on the application process please contact:
Marita Eccles
Medical.recruitment@ths.tas.gov.au
Better health and quality of life around Tasmania.
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