SCHN - Staff Specialist in Paediatric Anaesthesia
Sydney Children's Hospitals Network 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: http://www.schn.health.nsw.gov.au/professionals
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time
Position Classification: Staff Specialist
Hours Per Week: Up to 40
Requisition ID: REQ544219
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The Anaesthesia Department at The Children's Hospital at Westmead has up to 1.0FTE permanent Staff Specialist position available with an anticipated commencement of 4 August 2025.
Participate in review and improvement activities, as well as training and education of staff.
Abide by the hospital code of conduct and participate in annual performance reviews for clinical services in accordance with the Staff Specialist (State) Award.
- Eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia as a Specialist Anaesthetist, and/or overseas trained specialist pathways.
- Fellowship of the Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists and/or other specialist recognition as provided for in the Staff Specialist (State) Award.
- Extensive recent experience in paediatric and neonatal anaesthesia and acute pain management at Consultant level in a tertiary paediatric institution. This experience must be recent and the applicant must demonstrate a commitment to a career in paediatric anaesthesia and paediatric anaesthesia research.
- Paediatric Cardiac Anaesthetic experience is desirable but not essential.
- Demonstrated effective clinical communication through the use of information technology and written, verbal and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated commitment to teaching, continuing education, research and quality improvement.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and provide leadership of a team.
- Availability to participate in an on-call roster and to respond on site within a reasonable time.
SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including Indigenous Australians, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
As this is a “Category A” position, please refer to the NSW Policy Directive PD2024_015 Occupational Assessment Screening and Vaccination for vaccination requirements.
All Category A workers and new recruits are required to receive one dose of the
seasonal influenza vaccine annually to be considered compliant.
Acceptable proof of vaccination is the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) Immunisation History Statement.
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, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people in their care and take action to keep them safe from harm and abuse.
This position requires a 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 https://www.kidsguardian.nsw.gov.au/
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. 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. Aboriginal job applicants are encouraged to visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application.
Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
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For role related queries or questions contact Ramanie Jayaweera on ramanie.jayaweera@health.nsw.gov.au
Applications Close: Tuesday 7th January 2025
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