Staff Specialist - Anatomical Pathology - Department of Forensic Medicine, Newcastle or Lidcombe (eCred)

Selection Criteria

1. Currently registered or eligible for registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and obtained Fellowship of the Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia in Anatomical Pathology, and/or other specialist recognition as provided under the Staff Specialists (State) Award.
2. Demonstrated commitment to continuing self-education and development, including evidence of participation in continuing medical education / continuing professional development.
3. Demonstrated participation in teaching and training at undergraduate and/or post graduate level, including supervision of junior medical staff.
4. Ability to effectively collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including excellent communication and organisational skills with capacity to manage competing priorities.
5. Demonstrated commitment to the principles of clinical quality management, continuous improvement and a contemporary knowledge of National Pathology Accreditation Advisory Council (NPAAC) Standards and NATA accreditation processes.
6. Proven ability to work with the deceased in an environment that could be distressing, ensuring to raise any associated concerns and/or need for support, adopting self-care strategies and promoting same for staff.
7. Demonstrated capacity to adopt and model the NSWHP RITE values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork and Excellence.
8. Demonstrated interest in Forensic Pathology with proven experience in coronial and/or non-coronial autopsies.