NSLHD - Staff Specialist - General Paediatrics - Royal North Shore Hospital (Apply via eCredential)
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- REQ576436 Requisition #
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- 2 days ago Post Date
An opportunity to be part of the Department of Paediatrics, Division of Women's, Children's and Family Health at Royal North Shore Hospital is available. A conjoint appointment with the University of Sydney and Macquarie University Medical School may be considered.
Applications are accepted via eCredential only, to apply click here
Position Classification: Staff Specialist
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time
Hours Per Week: up to 20
Duration: Until 7 June 2026
Where you'll be working
Paediatrics at RNSH consists of emergency services provided in the designated Paediatric area of the Emergency Department, and acute in-patient, HITH, ambulatory care and out-patient services within the Child and Adolescent Unit. Royal North Shore Hospital usually sees >20,000/year Paediatric patients in the Emergency Department, about 15% require admission to the inpatient unit.
About the Role
The successful applicant will join an enthusiastic team of multidisciplinary health professionals providing excellent clinical services in Paediatrics. The role will provide an interesting range of clinical, teaching and research opportunities. The successful applicant will participate in an on-call roster. The
successful applicant will also have special responsibilities for supervision and on-site teaching of Macquarie University medical students in addition to liaison with MQ university faculty staff.
successful applicant will also have special responsibilities for supervision and on-site teaching of Macquarie University medical students in addition to liaison with MQ university faculty staff.
Purpose of the Position
Provide clinical management and treatment of patients under your care in a Northern Sydney Local Health District (NSLHD) facility or service. This care will be provided within the scope of practice endorsed by the NSLHD Medical and Dental Appointments Advisory Committee (MDAAC).
The position will provide clinical consultation services within NSLHD and will contribute to the teaching and training of medical students, graduates and other health care professionals and to research, evaluation and quality improvement activities within the District.
The position will provide clinical consultation services within NSLHD and will contribute to the teaching and training of medical students, graduates and other health care professionals and to research, evaluation and quality improvement activities within the District.
This position is temporary with the possibility of temporary extension based on performance, funding and need
Selection Criteria
- MBBS or equivalent, currently registered or eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia. Applicants must have Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP) or recognition as a specialist by the Medical Board of Australia. Applicants expecting to be awarded their Fellowship within 3 months may be considered
- Consistently demonstrates behaviours that reinforce the CORE Values of our organisation; Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment. Demonstrates these behaviours with all stakeholders; colleagues, direct reports, as well as our patients and consumers, and those that care for them
- Appropriate experience to practice as a Senior Medical Practitioner in General Paediatrics
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, communication and leadership skills
- Evidence of and commitment to lead and work within a multidisciplinary team environment and academic faculty
- Significant experience in medical education is desirable.
- Evidence of and commitment to quality improvement methodologies.
Need more information?
1) The requirements of the position can be viewed via the Position Description
2) For assistance with your application please refer to the eCredential guide
3) To view the Scope of Clinical Practice for this position click here
For role related queries or questions contact Associate Prof Helen Young on (02) 9463 2199, Mobile 0408 613 756 or email helen.young@health.nsw.gov.au
Applications Close: 26 May 2025
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