Specialist in Laboratory Haematology (Fractional)

Alfred Health

Alfred Health is a leader in health care delivery improvement research and education. We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne from ambulatory to inpatient and home and community-based services.

The Laboratory Haematology unit provides diagnostic haematology services for Alfred Health and Western Health as part of the new Shared Pathology Service including general haematology coagulation transfusion medicine and flow cytometry. A laboratory haematologist is available 24 hours to consult on issues such as test interpretation new haematological diagnoses and transfusion support particularly in the acutely bleeding patient.

About the Role

Applications are invited for various positions of Specialist in Laboratory Haematology (Fractional) at Alfred Health and Western Health (Sunshine and the new Footscray Hospital).

Qualifications and Skills Required

Our preferred candidate must possess the following experience and attributes:

• Be legally qualified practitioners registered or registrable with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency
• Fellow of the Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia and preferably also a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians
• Demonstrable relevant knowledge and experience in Laboratory Haematology.
• Outstanding communication skills including well-developed conflict resolution skills
• Ability to liaise well with other staff at all levels
• Demonstrated flexibility in problem solving and the capability to develop and sustain highly collaborative relationships with others/ other teams.
• Passion and skill in teaching and mentoring Advanced Trainees in Haematology
• Interest in promotion of laboratory-based research

Enquiries: Dr Sue Morgan Director Laboratory Haematology via email:

Alfred Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.

In accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020 health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the departments risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption.

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