Staff Specialist / Senior Staff Specialist - Forensic Pathology - TownsvilleProvide timely, efficient, cost-effective forensic pathology services and participate in team meetings involving colleagues, scientists and clients such as coroners and police.Key competencies (role specific criteria)You will be assessed on your ability to demonstrate the following:Demonstrated contemporary knowledge, skills and ability in Forensic Pathology and 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.Qualifications, registrations and other requirementsCurrent registrars completing their training in late 2024 or early 2025 are strongly encouraged to apply.Mandatory requirements are a medical qualification and tertiary qualification in the relevant Pathology discipline (FRCPA, or equivalent) and be registerable with the Medical Board of Australia (AHPRA) as a Specialist Pathologist with RCPA scope of practice recognition in Forensic Pathology.Alternatively, applicants with FRCPA (or equivalent) who hold specialist registration with AHPRA and RCPA scope of practice in anatomical or general pathology may be considered. However, they would need to show evidence of enrolment with RCPA to train for and sit the Diploma in Forensic Pathology (DFP) examination.Knowledge of the ISO 15189 NATA Medical Laboratories, NPAAC standards and understanding of continuous accreditation for all laboratories across a diverse network.How to applyPlease provide the following information to the panel to assess your suitability:A short-written response (maximum 1-2 pages, dot points acceptable) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities would enable you to achieve the key responsibilities and meet the skill requirements of the role.Please indicate in your application if you are interested in both locations and/or Townsville or Brisbane South only.Your current CV or resume, including two referees who have a thorough knowledge of your capabilities, work performance and conduct within the previous two years. It is preferable to include your current, immediate or past supervisor.Late applications cannot be submitted online. For a late application to be considered, please arrange approval and submission via the contact person.Applications will remain current for 12 months or for the duration of the vacancy. Future vacancies of a temporary, full time and part time nature may also be filled through this recruitment process.Only those persons eligible to work in Australia may be employed by Queensland Health. Prospective employees are required to provide proof of identity and documentary evidence of their right to work in Australia.
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