NSW Government

Provisional Fellow

🔍 Westmead, The Childrens Hospital at Westmead | Western Sydney

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Paediatric Otolaryngology - head and neck surgery
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The Sydney Children's Hospitals Network
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CAM28574 Requisition #

 

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 
Remuneration: Public Medical Officers (State) Award (Registrar Year 1 – Year 4)
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: CAM28574

 

The Provisional Fellow position in Paediatric Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery at The Children's Hospital at Westmead is available for 12 months from 02 August 2027 to 13 August 2028. The position involves a clinical role within the Department of Ear, Nose and Throat Surgery, as well as a leadership and educational role. This position provides an opportunity to develop skills important for a consultant role in the inpatient and outpatient setting, with the support from the Department of Ear, Nose and Throat Surgery Consultants as needed. 

The Fellow also works closely with many of the other clinical teams in inpatient and outpatient care both clinically and strategically. The education role includes clinical supervision within the Department of Ear, Nose and Throat Surgery as well as the hospital wide education program. This Fellowship aims to provide a solid foundation for clinical care and for research in paediatric otolaryngology. 

Please refer to the position description and contact person for further information.

 


Selection Criteria:

  1. MBBS or equivalent, currently registered or eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia in an appropriate registration category
  2. Registered with the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS) as an Advanced Trainee or equivalent; or has attained RACS Fellowship in Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery or equivalent
  3. Completion of mandatory training as required by RACS or equivalent preferable
  4. Sufficient prior experience such that completion of this Paediatric Provisional Fellow Training would permit a reasonable expectation of appointment at a consultant level to a tertiary paediatric ENT surgery unit
  5. Excellent communication, leadership and teamwork skills with demonstrated ability to liaise effectively with other health professionals
  6. Ongoing commitment to further education and professional development and demonstrated ability to teach, and willingness to participate in the teaching of Medical Students, Junior Medical Staff and other clinical staff
  7. Understanding of research methodology or research experience and a willingness to undertake research proposal
  8. Demonstrated commitment to quality improvement, patient safety and risk management and contribution to the development of hospital services e.g. participation in Paediatric Junior Staff matters, representation on behalf of the Hospital, participation in Hospital Committees preferable

 

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, recognising that a diverse workforce strengthens our culture and enhances the care we provide to children, young people and their families.

 

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families. For application support, visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up, to assist in preparing your application, or contact SCHN’s Aboriginal Workforce Consultant at SCHN-EA-AboriginalHealthDirectorate@health.nsw.gov.au.

 

NSW Health vaccination and screening requirements must be met prior to commencement

 

This position requires a NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian.


SCHN is committed to maintaining a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, in line with NSW Health’s commitment to the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
 

Need more information? 

1) Click here for the Position Description 

2) Find out more about applying for this position

3) For role related queries or questions contact Dr Alan Cheng via telephone on +61 2 7825 000 or email alan.cheng@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

Applications Close: 08, June 2026

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