Role Title: Trainee - Anatomical Pathology (NEW)

Training Program: NSW Anatomical Pathology Training Program

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time

Contract Dates: From 1 February 2027 until 6 February Clinical Year)

Requisition ID: CAM29855

What you'll be doing

The primary purpose of the role is to develop appropriate knowledge and technical skills to fulfil the requirements of the RCPA for training in Anatomical Pathology to become a competent Anatomical Pathologist; and to fulfil the service requirements of the department. Duties are likely to include: assisting consultant Pathologists in the workup, interpretation and reporting of Histo- and Cyto pathological specimens; notifying and discussing results with clinicians; laboratory based specimen handling; providing advice to clinicians regarding Anatomical Pathology; attending and participating in multidisciplinary meetings; and participating in research.

All laboratories participating in the centralised recruitment system are accredited by the RCPA for specialist Anatomical Pathology training. All participating facilities perform a wide range of diagnostic Anatomical Pathology services. A number also perform work for smaller suburban hospitals within their network and for rural hospitals. Positions across the State-wide Anatomical Pathology Training Program may be rotational between different laboratories on a 6-month / 6-month basis.

This position is aimed at:

- Candidates new to Anatomical Pathology;
- Current Anatomical Pathology trainees appointed through an ‘ad hoc’ process, outside of the NSW centralised recruitment process;




- Specialist International Medical Graduates with RCPA determination, wanting to complete RCPA training requirements in Anatomical Pathology, who are not currently working in Australia;
- Specialist International Medical Graduates with RCPA determination, wanting to complete RCPA training requirements in Anatomical Pathology, who are currently working in Australia, appointed through an ‘ad hoc’ process, outside of the NSW centralised recruitment process.

Training Facilities

- Australian Clinical Labs
- Children's Hospital Westmead
- Coffs Harbour Hospital
- Concord Hospital
- Douglass Hanly Moir Pathology
- Gosford Hospital
- John Hunter Hospital
- Liverpool Hospital
- Nepean Hospital
- Neuropathology (Royal Prince Alfred Hospital)
- Orange Hospital
- Prince of Wales Hospital
- Royal North Shore Hospital
- Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
- St Vincent's Hospital & Sacred Heart Health Service
- Tamworth Hospital
- Wagga Wagga Hospital
- Wollongong Hospital / Southern IML Pathology
- Westmead Hospital

Selection Criteria

1. MBBS or equivalent, currently registered or eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia in an appropriate registration category
2.



Evidence of general registration and 24 months of clinical experience OR hold a Specialist International Medical Graduate determination issued by the RCPA.
3. Demonstrated vocational interest in Anatomical Pathology through specific examples (e.g. previous employment, training or research in Anatomical Pathology or related fields; sitting Basic Pathological Sciences exam; attendance in Anatomical Pathology conferences).
4. Demonstrated understanding of day-to-day working duties and career path of an Anatomical Pathology trainee (e.g. visits to Anatomical Pathology laboratories; discussions with Anatomical Pathology trainees / consultants; exploration of RCPA website and NSW Health Pathology website)
5. Demonstrated participation in quality improvement initiatives relevant to Anatomical Pathology.
6. Demonstrated experience in working in a multidisciplinary team setting including improvement in patient care and understanding of the NSW Health Code of Conduct.

This is a Category A position. All Category A applicants must read and understand Policy Directive PD2026_004 Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination against specified diseases. All new recruits must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in this policy. New recruits must provide evidence against specified diseases and comply with the requirements of this policy at their own cost prior to appointment.

The position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian. For more information on how to apply for the clearance, please visit the Office of Children’s Guardian website:

Applications Close: 04 August 2026

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