Trainee - Unaccredited Position
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.
Employment Type: Temporary
Remuneration: Public Hospital Medical Officers (State) Award
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: CAM24284
The Paediatric Surgical Trainee - Unaccredited Position at Sydney Children's Hospital, Randwick (SCH), is available for the 2025 Clinical Year for up to 12 months. The position provides an opportunity to a trainee to further develop paediatric skills in the spheres of clinical care, surgical procedures, education, research and supervision under the supervision of consultant paediatric surgeons.
The Trainee’s responsibilities will include providing surgical support to the patients of paediatric Staff Specialists and Visiting Medical Officers (VMOs), trauma and emergency support to the patients in all clinical areas of the hospital including the Emergency Department, Intensive Care Unit, inpatient and outpatient areas and at the Royal Hospital for Women (RHW). The Trainee will have a role in teaching of junior medical officers, nurses and undergraduates.
Please refer to the position description and contact person for further information about the position. This position is not accredited by the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS).
Selection Criteria:
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MBBS or equivalent, currently registered or eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia in an appropriate registration category
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Minimum three years postgraduate experience
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At least 12 month previous surgical experience, with substantial paediatric experience being highly desirable
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Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
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Demonstrated ability to liaise effectively with other health professionals
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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
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Demonstrated skills in time management, prioritisation and problem solving
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Evidence of continuing professional development and commitment to self education
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. Recruitment agency application are not able 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 Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person or as a person with a disability, please contact us if you would like some more information about our recruitment process.
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, and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander job applicants are encouraged to visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up, to assist in preparing your application.
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.
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 Camille Wu on 02 9382 1111 or camille.wu@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: 02, February 2025
