Provisional Fellow
Remuneration: Public Hospital Medical Officers (State) Award
Registrar Year 1 – Year 4
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: CAM28578
The Provisional Fellow position in Paediatric General Surgery is available at Sydney Children's Hospital, Randwick (SCH), for the 2027 Clinical Year, from 01 February 2027 to 06 February 2028.
The position provides Advanced Trainees an opportunity to further their training, developing skills important for a consultant role in the spheres of clinical care, education and training as well as research with support from the team consultants and other health care professionals. The Provisional Fellow role is a leadership role, both within the department for other junior medical staff and medical students as well as members of the multidisciplinary team, but also across the broader hospital community.
Please refer to the position description, statement of duties and contact person for further information about the position.
Selection Criteria:
- MBBS or equivalent, currently registered or eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia in an appropriate registration category.
- RACS Fellowship or registered as an Advanced Trainee in Paediatric Surgery or recognised international Paediatric Surgery specialist qualification.
- Paediatric surgery experience in a tertiary centre.
- Excellent communication skills with leadership and team building skills and a demonstrated ability to liaise effectively with other health professionals.
- Demonstrated aptitude for clinical and academic paediatric surgical and related teaching of Medical Students, Junior Medical staff and other clinical staff in theatres, clinics and at formal teaching sessions.
- Ongoing commitment to further education and professional development and demonstrated ability to supervise Junior Medical Staff and other clinical staff.
- Demonstrated interest, motivation and capability in research.
- Emergency Management of Severe Trauma Course (EMST / APLS / ATLS or equivalent) or registered to undertake one before starting in position.
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. Click here for the Statement of Duties
3. Find out more about applying for this position.
4. For role related queries please contact Dr Camille Wu via email camille.wu@health.nsw.gov.au
5. 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
