The Royal Melbourne Hospital is one of Australia’s leading public healthcare providers.

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Diagnostic Haematology Registrar – Parental Leave Cover

This is a Part Time Fixed Term Parental Leave Cover at 0.5 EFT (43 HPFN) from 4th May 2026 and ending 31 December 2026.

Diagnostic Haematology Registrar - PD

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The Royal Melbourne is one of Victoria’s largest hospitals providing a comprehensive range of health services including acute, sub-acute, general, and specialist medical services throughout inpatient and community-based facilities. We are also a proud part of the world-renowned Melbourne Biomedical Precinct, working in collaboration to advance research for continuous improvement of clinical care.

Unit Description:

• Part of a busy 24 hour 7 days/week Pathology service in a tertiary/quaternary University hospital
• Full range of diagnostic haematology service during & after hours with particular responsibility for non-malignant haematology including haemostasis/thrombosis, trauma, complex surgery & support for a wide range of specialised medical & surgical services at RMH, and malignant haematology at PMCC
• Teaching of doctors/scientists specialising in haematology as well as participating in research

About the role:

• The laboratory haematology registrar position at RMH is shared with PMCC and Australian Red Cross Lifeblood. Registrars will rotate to some or all of these sites.
• Under the supervision of Senior medical staff, the Haematology laboratory registrar will support the haematology laboratory’s activities including:
  • Liaison and provision of consultative haematology services (including anticoagulation advice, assistance in the interpretation of haematology test results and guidance on blood product support) to RMH patients
  • Performance and reporting of bone marrow biopsies
  • Reporting of blood films and coagulation testing
•  The registrar will participate as rostered in the laboratory haematology on call roster for RMH (with consultant support) and will participate in unit educational activities (including educational meetings, journal clubs, hematopathology/MDT review meetings)
• This is an accredited RCPA/RACP single or dual trainee position and is suitable for Australasian haematology advanced trainees.

About You:

• Current General Registration with the Medical Board of AHPRA or current Provisional Registration and eligible for General registration by May 2026.
• MBBS or equivalent tertiary qualifications
• Suitable as an advanced trainee in haematology
• Able to work in a team
• Well-developed communication and presentation skills.

Application Instructions:

Please upload to your application.

• Cover Letter 
• Current Curriculum Vitae 
• Two references are required to support your application
• Referees – Download reference Template (upload directly to application) or email to ditrecruitment@mh.org.au

Benefits:

• A Values based organisation offering great prospects for career diversity and professional advancement, including training and research opportunities, and access to mentorship and leadership programs.
• Comprehensive Health & Wellbeing Programs including On-site staff gym, Staff Medical Service, Employee Assistance Program, Peer Support Program - run by our dedicated employees.
• Salary packaging options, discounted onsite car parking, close to public transport.
  
  

Interested?

Apply via MH Careers and upload you Resume and Cover Letter

Find out more about The Royal Melbourne Hospital

For more information, please contact Dr Danielle Clucas (email: Danielle.b.clucas@mh.org.au; phone: 93427369)

Don't delay. Apply Now! Recruitment is ongoing, with interviews commencing as soon as suitable candidates are received and the position may close early.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check and satisfactory Working With Children Check.

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As a leader in healthcare, we recognise the need to foster a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging. We encourage people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply, and will provide adjustments to support equitable participation.