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Locum and Permanent Pathologist Roles: Which is Right for You?

Whether you’re looking to diversify your professional experience or establish yourself in a long-term position, there are pathology employment opportunities​
to match your needs.

Looking for a short-term change of scenery? Locum pathology jobs offer competitive remuneration and a chance to contribute across varied lab settings in public or private, metro or regional.  You can choose when and where you work, gaining exposure to a different range of specimens, workflows, and pathology disciplines.

Looking for stability? Permanent pathology positions provide clinical continuity, academic opportunities, and a stronger foothold in subspecialty development. You’ll be a part of multidisciplinary teams with the opportunity for leadership posts, research contribution, and diagnostic service design.

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Meet our Recruitment team

Claire Ponsford

Owner and Director

Paul Darby

General Manager - Hospital Services Locum

Max Drakeley

GP Team Manager

Skye Rogers

Junior Team Manager; Recruitment Consultant - Locum Emergency Medicine

Christina Gregory

Recruitment Consultant - Locum O&G and Paediatrics

Fiona Jackson

Recruitment Consultant - Locum Emergency Medicine

Mikaila Brooks

Recruitment Consultant - Locum Emergency Medicine

Jade-Maree Camilleri

Recruitment Consultant - Locum Anaesthetics & ICU

Tabather Cain

Recruitment Consultant – Locum Anaesthetics & ICU

Tahnee Love

Recruitment Consultant - Locum Surgery & Medicine

Rebecca Crocket

Recruitment Consultant - Locum Surgery & Medicine

EJ Cuaresma

Recruitment Consultant – Permanent GP

Jane Stanke

Recruitment Consultant - Permanent GP (UK Based)

Charlie Hellmundt

Recruitment Consultant – Locum GP

Amy Beddall

Associate Recruiter - Locum GP

Anna Mullins

Recruitment Consultant – Locum GP AMS

Emma Chadwick

Recruitment Consultant – Locum GP

Eamon McCurry

Recruitment Consultant – Locum Paediatrics

Kelly Deakin

Recruitment Consultant – Locum Physicians

Claudine Zaarour

Recruitment Consultant – Locum Physicians

Amber Derby-Davies

Recruitment Consultant - Locum O&G

Yasmin Lockey

Recruitment Consultant - Locum Psychiatry

Courtney Lewis

Recruitment Consultant - Locum Psychiatry

Robyn Pascoe

Recruitment Consultant - Locum Psychiatry (Non-Specialist)

Nicole Langan

Recruitment Consultant – Locum Surgery

Ashlea Harvey

Recruitment Consultant – Permanent Emergency Medicine, Anaesthetics, ICU, General Medicine, O&G, Fertility and Paediatrics

Chloe Frost

Recruitment Consultant - Permanent Psychiatry, Surgery, Radiology, Radiation Oncology, Nuclear Medicine and Cardiology

Why do so many Pathologists partner with Wavelength?

"Using one word only to describe my experience with Wavelength would be 'magnificent'. The professional and experienced staff strove to understand my needs to guide me through the complicated and tortuous process. I have no reservations in recommending this company to you."

Dr Tony
Pathologist

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From pathologists and general practice to surgical and obstetrics, Wavelength works with doctors at every career stage to secure locum and permanent roles that match your employment and personal goals. Our experienced team understands each medical specialty, with access to exclusive jobs through long-standing partnerships with public and private healthcare networks across Australia and New Zealand. Browse your perfect doctor job by specialty.

Frequently Asked Questions about Pathologist jobs

What is the average Pathologist salary?

Doctors working in Pathology in Australia can expect to earn the following for locum and permanent jobs:

  • Locum Pathologist jobs: pay rates of approximately $2,000 per day, including Travel & Accommodation
  • Permanent Pathologist jobs: A Consultant Pathologist can earn between $350,000 to $500,000+ per year depending on experience and seniority. 

What Subspecialties of Pathology do we recruit for?

Our pathology team can advise on all disciplines and subspecialties in the following areas:

  • Anatomical Pathology
  • Chemical Pathology
  • Clinical Pathology
  • General Pathology
  • Genetic Pathology
  • Haematology
  • Microbiology
  • Forensic Pathology
  • Immunopathology

What is the highest paid Pathology job​ in Australia and New Zealand?

Consultant pathologists and those in departmental leadership roles, particularly in private sector laboratories or with anatomic subspecialist expertise are among the highest paid. Annual earnings can exceed $400,000, depending on workload, setting (private vs public), and leadership responsibilities. Factors like location, academic appointments, and ownership in private labs can also influence earnings. 

How hard is it to find a pathology ​​job?

While pathology is a competitive field, particularly for metro areas, pathology employment opportunities remain strong in regional and outer metro areas where experienced pathologists are in demand. Rising demand for diagnostic services, increased disease screening and surveillance are all contributing to workforce needs. Whether you’re a consultant pathologist, RCPA Fellow or completing your training, Wavelength’s recruitment team can help you navigate credentialing and job selection to find the right role across Australia and New Zealand.

What qualifications do you need to work as a Pathologist in Australia and New Zealand?

You must be a fellow of the Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia (FRCPA) and eligible for Specialist Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

What qualifications do you need if you are an Overseas Trained Pathologist?

If you are an Overseas Trained Specialist Pathologist and wish to work in Australia, you will need to apply directly to the Electronic Portfolio of International Credentials (EPIC) for verification of both primary and specialist qualifications, and complete an Australian Medical Council (AMC) online application and apply to the RCPA for a Specialist and/or AON assessment.

If you are considering moving to Australia, we have an experienced team of regulatory experts and migration agents who can help you make the move to work as a Pathologist in Australia.

Register your details with our dedicated Pathology recruitment team today. We’ll contact you for a confidential discussion to help you find the most fulfilling Pathologist job in Australia and New Zealand.


What is the average Pathologist salary?

Doctors working in Pathology in Australia can expect to earn the following for locum and permanent jobs:

  • Locum Pathologist jobs: pay rates of approximately $2,000 per day, including Travel & Accommodation
  • Permanent Pathologist jobs: A Consultant Pathologist can earn between $350,000 to $500,000+ per year depending on experience and seniority. 

What Subspecialties of Pathology do we recruit for?

Our pathology team can advise on all disciplines and subspecialties in the following areas:

  • Anatomical Pathology
  • Chemical Pathology
  • Clinical Pathology
  • General Pathology
  • Genetic Pathology
  • Haematology
  • Microbiology
  • Forensic Pathology
  • Immunopathology

What is the highest paid Pathology job​ in Australia and New Zealand?

Consultant pathologists and those in departmental leadership roles, particularly in private sector laboratories or with anatomic subspecialist expertise are among the highest paid. Annual earnings can exceed $400,000, depending on workload, setting (private vs public), and leadership responsibilities. Factors like location, academic appointments, and ownership in private labs can also influence earnings. 

How hard is it to find a pathology ​​job?

While pathology is a competitive field, particularly for metro areas, pathology employment opportunities remain strong in regional and outer metro areas where experienced pathologists are in demand. Rising demand for diagnostic services, increased disease screening and surveillance are all contributing to workforce needs. Whether you’re a consultant pathologist, RCPA Fellow or completing your training, Wavelength’s recruitment team can help you navigate credentialing and job selection to find the right role across Australia and New Zealand.

What qualifications do you need to work as a Pathologist in Australia and New Zealand?

You must be a fellow of the Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia (FRCPA) and eligible for Specialist Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

What qualifications do you need if you are an Overseas Trained Pathologist?

If you are an Overseas Trained Specialist Pathologist and wish to work in Australia, you will need to apply directly to the Electronic Portfolio of International Credentials (EPIC) for verification of both primary and specialist qualifications, and complete an Australian Medical Council (AMC) online application and apply to the RCPA for a Specialist and/or AON assessment.

If you are considering moving to Australia, we have an experienced team of regulatory experts and migration agents who can help you make the move to work as a Pathologist in Australia.

Register your details with our dedicated Pathology recruitment team today. We’ll contact you for a confidential discussion to help you find the most fulfilling Pathologist job in Australia and New Zealand.


What is the average Pathologist salary?

Doctors working in Pathology in Australia can expect to earn the following for locum and permanent jobs:

  • Locum Pathologist jobs: pay rates of approximately $2,000 per day, including Travel & Accommodation
  • Permanent Pathologist jobs: A Consultant Pathologist can earn between $350,000 to $500,000+ per year depending on experience and seniority. 

What Subspecialties of Pathology do we recruit for?

Our pathology team can advise on all disciplines and subspecialties in the following areas:

  • Anatomical Pathology
  • Chemical Pathology
  • Clinical Pathology
  • General Pathology
  • Genetic Pathology
  • Haematology
  • Microbiology
  • Forensic Pathology
  • Immunopathology

What is the highest paid Pathology job​ in Australia and New Zealand?

Consultant pathologists and those in departmental leadership roles, particularly in private sector laboratories or with anatomic subspecialist expertise are among the highest paid. Annual earnings can exceed $400,000, depending on workload, setting (private vs public), and leadership responsibilities. Factors like location, academic appointments, and ownership in private labs can also influence earnings. 

How hard is it to find a pathology ​​job?

While pathology is a competitive field, particularly for metro areas, pathology employment opportunities remain strong in regional and outer metro areas where experienced pathologists are in demand. Rising demand for diagnostic services, increased disease screening and surveillance are all contributing to workforce needs. Whether you’re a consultant pathologist, RCPA Fellow or completing your training, Wavelength’s recruitment team can help you navigate credentialing and job selection to find the right role across Australia and New Zealand.

What qualifications do you need to work as a Pathologist in Australia and New Zealand?

You must be a fellow of the Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia (FRCPA) and eligible for Specialist Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

What qualifications do you need if you are an Overseas Trained Pathologist?

If you are an Overseas Trained Specialist Pathologist and wish to work in Australia, you will need to apply directly to the Electronic Portfolio of International Credentials (EPIC) for verification of both primary and specialist qualifications, and complete an Australian Medical Council (AMC) online application and apply to the RCPA for a Specialist and/or AON assessment.

If you are considering moving to Australia, we have an experienced team of regulatory experts and migration agents who can help you make the move to work as a Pathologist in Australia.

Register your details with our dedicated Pathology recruitment team today. We’ll contact you for a confidential discussion to help you find the most fulfilling Pathologist job in Australia and New Zealand.