Every day, our NSW Health Pathology colleagues take part in innovative research to improve public health and safety.
NSW Health Pathology offers a wide range of career opportunities and fosters a work culture that puts people first.
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See what it’s like to work inside the Mudgee Laboratory in the Central West region of Country NSW. NSW Health Pathology conducts over 60 million tests per annum across more than 60 laboratories.
Anatomical pathologists are medical specialists with at least 12 years of training who examine organs, tissues and cells to diagnose specific diseases including cancer. The anatomical pathologist’s skills are fundamental to medical diagnosis, patient management and research.
Cytologists work in our Anatomical Pathology departments using microscopes to examine the structure and function of individual cells helping doctors diagnose disease, often cancer.
Forensic pathologists are medical doctors who work principally with the justice system and play a vital role in the work of the criminal and coroners courts.
Our Forensic Scientists provide independent, objective analysis to the NSW health and justice systems. They help solve crimes and safeguard public health.
Medical Laboratory Scientists play a critical role in the operation and management of our laboratories and work in a wide range of pathology disciplines while enjoying teaching and research opportunities.
Medical Laboratory Technicians run tests and calibrate and maintain lab equipment ensuring we provide fast, reliable accurate results for patients and clinicians. They may also work in our forensics and research labs.
Molecular scientists work in our various departments using specialised equipment and techniques to detect and interpret genetic information for haematological malignancies, cancer, chromosomal abnormalities, pathogen genomics and more.
NSW Health Pathology acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land across NSW whose cultures and customs have nurtured and continue to nurture this land. We would like to pay our respects to the Elders past, present and emerging, for they hold the memories, the traditions, the culture and hopes of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples across the state.
NSW Health Pathology acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land across NSW whose cultures and customs have nurtured and continue to nurture this land. We would like to pay our respects to the Elders past, present and emerging, for they hold the memories, the traditions, the culture and hopes of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples across the state.
