Provisional Fellow
Sydney Children's Hospitals Network (SCHN) is the largest paediatric health care entity in Australia. We care for thousands of children each year in our hospitals and in their homes with one purpose in mind - to help young people live their healthiest lives. Learn more about our network here: https://www.schn.health.nsw.gov.au/
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time
Remuneration: Public Hospital Medical Officers (State) Award
Hours Per Week: 7.6
Requisition ID: CAM25017
The 0.2FTE Clinical Practice Guideline (CPG) Provisional Fellow position is available for the 2026 Clinical Year, from 02 February 2026 to 31 January 2027.
The CPGs provide concise practical advice regarding assessment and management of common and serious paediatric conditions. They are developed by a multidisciplinary team of practising clinicians, based on the available evidence and consensus, to assist clinicians with decisions about appropriate healthcare for children and young people. The development of new CPGs and the review of existing CPGs is generally determined by the CPG Development Group and may be requested/suggested by State Health Departments or other bodies. The PIC Steering Committee provides governance to ensure the process for development and revision of CPGs is robust and responsive.
The role of the CPG Fellow is to closely align with the CPG Development Group and to be directly involved in the development, review and maintenance of CPGs. This includes assisting CPG authors and preparing, running and documenting CPG Committee meetings. The Fellow will work independently and as part of the group. There is a strong focus on reviewing the literature and existing guidelines before writing and revising CPGs. The approved CPG process must be followed within agreed timelines.
Selection Criteria:
- MBBS or equivalent, currently registered or eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia in an appropriate registration category.
- Registered with the Royal Australasian College of Physicians as an Advanced Trainee or equivalent.
- Demonstrated prior experience in audits and/ or systematic reviews. Prior experience in guideline development is preferable.
- Highly developed analytical skills.
- Ability to work independently and with multidisciplinary teams.
- Demonstrated leadership skills – please provide an examples.
- Proven ability to organise, plan and manage competing tasks. Please provide an example.
- Excellent professionalism and work ethic.
Your application must include a current resume and responses to the application questions and criteria in the online application form. Please ensure you upload your CV to the specific application submission (not just your general profile), complete and submit your application prior to the closing date. Interviews will be conducted virtually via videoconference. Some positions are dependent on external funding and will only be appointed once funding is confirmed. Please note that recruitment agency applications are unable to be accepted.
SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity - we acknowledge the vibrancy that a diverse workforce brings to enhance both our workplace culture and our service delivery to children, young people and their families and carers. We encourage all suitably qualified applicants to apply. If you identify as an Indigenous Australian or as a person with a disability, please contact us if you would like some more information about our recruitment process.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff providing health care to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families that access the services we provide at the Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander job applicants are encouraged to visit the NSW Health Recruitment tool, Stepping Up, to assist in preparing your application.
Please refer to the Application Guide and NSW Policy Directive PD2024_015 Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified for vaccination, assessment and screening requirements.
This position requires a NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian. For more information on how to apply for the clearance, please visit the Office of the Children's Guardian website.
Sydney Children's Hospitals Network upholds the rights of children and young people so that they feel heard, safe, and protected. SCHN is committed to maintaining a child safe culture that upholds the rights of children and young people. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported, and are included in their care. Existing staff of SCHN and those seeking employment are required to prioritise the safety, wellbeing and best interests of children and young people in their care and take action to keep them safe from harm and abuse. Please click here for more information.
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
3) For role related queries, please contact Dr Hala Katf via email at hala.katf@health.nsw.gov.au
4) For technical support, please contact the Customer Service Team on 1300 443 966, select option 1, then option 2. Please also refer to the applicant guide for additional information.
5) We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families that access the services we provide at the Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network. For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to SCHN’s Aboriginal Workforce Consultant, please contact SCHN-EA-AboriginalHealthDirectorate@health.nsw.gov.au
Applications Close: 12, October 2025
