SCHN - Staff Specialist - Paediatric Haematology, SCH (eCredential)

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 Indigenous Australian or as a person with a disability, please contact us if you would like some more information about our recruitment process.

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 refer to the Application Guide and NSW Policy Directive PD2022_030 Occupational Assessment Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases for vaccination requirements.

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://ocg.nsw.gov.au/

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, wellbeing and best interests of children and young people in their care and take action to keep them safe from harm and abuse. Please click here for more information.

Applicants holding visas with working rights may be considered for temporary appointment (up to the expiry date of their visa) where no suitable local applicant is identified.

1. Eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia as a Specialist in Haematology, and/or overseas trained specialist pathways. FRACP/FRCPA or Advanced Training in Clinical and Laboratory Paediatric Haematology or equivalent.
2. Experience as a Haematology consultant or consultant level, with demonstrated ability to train and supervise junior staff.
3. Postgraduate experience in the management of children with non-malignant haematological disorders, with the ability to independently work in a paediatric setting. Experience in paediatric malignant haematology and BMT desirable.
4. Demonstrated commitment to teaching, continuing education and quality improvement, with a proven track record in research in the field of paediatric Haematology.
5. Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and provide leadership of a team
6. Excellent communication skills, including the ability to express professional opinions while dealing compassionately with distressed patients and families.
7. Availability to participate in an on-call roster and to respond on site within a reasonable time.

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For role related queries or questions contact Richard Mitchell on Richard.Mitchell@health.nsw.gov.au

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Applications Close: Tuesday 27th May 2025

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Note: NSW Health does not require or accept the 'fit2work badge' offered as an option in eCredential. Please do not apply or pay for a fit2work badge when applying for this position.

For assistance with eCredential please email SCHN-SMO@health.nsw.gov.au