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Central Adelaide Local Health Network

Statewide – SA Pathology

• Salary: MDP-2  $99,707 - $158,523 p.a. + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Adelaide SA, 5000
• Full Time temporary up to 12 months (with the possibility of extension)

About the role

Anatomical pathology trainees are rotated through all major metropolitan hospitals, namely the Royal Adelaide Hospital (RAH), Flinders Medical Centre (FMC), the Queen Elizabeth Hospital (TQEH), and the Womens and Childrens Hospital (WCH), as well as Forensic Science SA.

As a Registrar in Anatomical Pathology, you will be an integral part of the SA Pathology Anatomical Pathology training program, working towards obtaining Fellowship of the Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia (FRCPA). Under appropriate supervision, you will contribute to the delivery of high-quality Anatomical Pathology, Cytology and Mortuary services. You will be involved in diagnosing diseases across a broad range of tissue, fluid and specimen types, playing a critical role in supporting clinical decision-making and patient outcomes.

Throughout your training, you will actively participate in both undergraduate and postgraduate medical education, including teaching, case reviews and self-directed learning. You will also be encouraged to contribute to research activities that advance the field of Anatomical Pathology. This role offers a comprehensive pathway to develop your expertise, with exposure to a wide variety of diagnostic challenges within a supportive and professionally rewarding environment.

About You

You are a motivated medical practitioner with a strong interest in Anatomical Pathology and a commitment to completing the Fellowship of the Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia (FRCPA). You bring excellent communication skills, strong diagnostic abilities appropriate to your training level, and the capacity to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary laboratory environment.

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

• A recognised medical degree (MBBS or equivalent) with general registration as a Medical Practitioner with the Medical Board of Australia.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with pathologists, laboratory staff and administrators.

• Competency in anatomical pathology appropriate to your training level, with the ability to meet report turnaround times and progress towards FRCPA requirements.

• A commitment to continuous learning, medical education standards, and maintaining professional development throughout your training.

About us

Statewide Clinical Support Services (SCSS) is a unique public healthcare organisation that serves health consumers and provides specialist clinical services to the health system in South Australia. SCSS encompasses BreastScreen SA, SA Dental, SA Medical Imaging, SA Pathology, and SA Pharmacy. Come and work with us to improve the health and well-being of South Australians, across all age groups and at any time of their life or health need.

What we offer

• Salary Benefits: Enjoy flexible salary packaging options, including up to $9,010 each FBT year for living expenses (such as mortgage, rent, utilities and groceries) plus an additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses.
• Professional Development: Opportunity to apply for reimbursement of eligible professional development activities, and access to dedicated leave for ongoing learning.
• Annual Leave: Enjoy paid recreation leave for essential rejuvenation, with leave loading applied.
• Health and Fitness Benefits: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program for you and your family, plus an annual voluntary flu vaccination to support your wellbeing.
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling and support services for you and your family via our Employee Assistance Program.

Diversity and inclusion:

Statewide supports and fosters a culture in which employees feel they belong and feel safe at work. The culture aims to encourage all people to use their talents and to be valued and rewarded for their contributions.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. 

Application Information:

• Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and compliant Immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.
• SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position. 

Job ref: 951154

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Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Friday 16 October 2026

Attachments

 951154 RD Registrar, Anatomical Pathology.pdf

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