Registrar/Senior Registrar - Anatomical Pathology (521561)

  • South, TAS, Australia
  • Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals Sth
  • Health/Hospital
  • Medical
  • Fixed-term, full-time
  • Closing at: 24 Nov 2026 - 11:55pm AEDT
  • Medical Practitioners (Tasmanian State Service) Award/Agreement 2025, Medical Practitioner Level 5-11 (Registrar/Senior Registrar)
  • Department of Health
  • $138,978 to $194,675 per annum

 

The Team

Registrars have excellent training opportunities and involvement in a wide range of diagnostic services across histopathology, autopsy pathology and cytopathology.

Registrars are involved in clinical meetings, teaching and research.

The Royal Hobart Hospital is accredited by the Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia for Fellowship training in Anatomical Pathology.
  • Flexible work/life balance
  • Attractive Salary Package
  • Dynamic team environment
  • Professional Development

The Role

The Registrar is responsible for day-to-day surgical cut-up, biopsy reporting and participation in multidisciplinary and surgical meetings at the Royal Hobart Hospital.
The Department of Anatomical Pathology provides a comprehensive statewide diagnostic and consultative service, receiving referrals from across Tasmania. Registrars benefit from a diverse statewide referral case mix, close consultant supervision and exposure to histopathology, cytopathology and autopsy pathology. Formal teaching, protected training time and rotations through Forensic Pathology and Hobart Pathology support a well-rounded training experience within an RCPA-accredited department.
 

Hobart 

Hobart is more than a place to work - it's a place to thrive.

Here you'll find rewarding clinical work, approachable senior clinicians, strong teaching and training opportunities, and a supportive medical community. Outside the hospital, you'll enjoy a lifestyle that is increasingly hard to find elsewhere: minimal commuting, affordable housing, excellent education options and immediate access to nature.

From award-winning restaurants and festivals to rugged coastlines, national parks and alpine landscapes, Tasmania offers an enviable balance between career development and quality of life.

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Details of appointment

Fixed term, full time day work, 76 hours per fortnight (+10 hours protected training time per fortnight, pro rata) commencing 1 February 2027, with appointments of up to 24 months available for suitable applicants.

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.

Salary 

Medical Practitioner Level 5 - 11 $138,978 - $194,675 per annum, pro rata + 12% superannuation + access to salary packaging 

In addition, the following allowances and benefits may be available:
  • Salary packaging options include a range of benefits like living expenses up to $9,010 and $2,650 in meals and entertainment every year 
  • Travel and relocation assistance support is available 
  • Professional development and accelerated pathways.
  • A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
  • Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.
  • Other allowances as applicable.

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

Eligibility

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria: 

  • Registration or eligible for Registration with the Medical Board of Australia

    Current Tasmanian Working with Children Registration (where applicable and as determined by individual position requirements)
    *Registration/licences that are essential requirements of this role must remain current and valid at all times whilst employed in this role and the status of these may be checked at any time during employment. It is the employee’s responsibility to ensure that registration/licences remain current and to advise the Employer if their circumstances change. This includes notifying the Employer if a registration/licence is revoked, cancelled or has its conditions altered.

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

  • Current Driver’s Licence
Note: Please refer to the Applicant Guide for further information regarding pre-employment checks.

Download the Statement of Duties and Associated Documents

We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.

Statement of Duties:

Application Guide: 

How to apply

Please submit a current CV & cover letter outlining your career goals and your suitability for the position.

Applicants must be eligible for medical registration in Australia.

A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required. 

Please ensure your application also includes:

  • A current CV
  • The contact details of two referees
  • Qualifications and supporting documents

Applications from Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this position. 

 

For more information

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the person listed below.

Dr Karen Whale

Staff Specialist – Anatomical Pathology

Email: karen.whale@ths.tas.gov.au

Should you require further information regarding the application process please contact

Marita Eccles
Medical Staffing Unit
Email:  medical.recruitment@ths.tas.gov.au

What it is like working at the Department of Health? 

Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence are the key values to work in in Department of Health. listening to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania!

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