SCHN - Staff Specialist Biochemical Genetic Pathologist (eCredential)
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- REQ625591 Requisition #
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- 2 days ago Post Date
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.
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Employment Type: Temporary Part Time
Position Classification: Staff Specialist
Hours Per Week: 16 hours
Requisition ID: REQ625591
Applications are via eCredential
The Genetic Pathology Department at The Sydney Children's Hospital at Westmead are seeking a temporary 0.4FTE (16hours per week) Staff Specialist to join their team as soon as possible through to 30 June 2028.
- To provide high quality diagnostic, consultative, procedural and on-call specialty services in Biochemical Genetic Pathology to the Sydney Children's Hospital Network, and to participate in teaching, research, quality improvement and administrative activities commensurate with the Staff Specialists (State) Award.
- To provide either in conjunction with another biochemical genetic pathologist, full-time, on-site medical supervision according to NPAAC requirements to the laboratories performing biochemical genetic testing at The Children's Hospital at Westmead.
- To provide clinical input of all aspects of the NSW statewide laboratory services of Biochemical Genetics and the NSW Newborn Screening Program
- To contribute to service planning including selection and training of staff and provision of educational materials
- To contribute to selection and validation/verification of new analytical assays
- Promote, coordinate and participate in quality activities within the Biochemical Genetics and Newborn screening laboratories
- The Staff Specialist will ensure a high standard of professional performance and, where required, the encouragement of an academic environment which supports research and development
- To work collaboratively with the NBS and BG principal hospital scientists to represents the services at local, national and international levels.
- To provide collaborative support and cross-cover, where applicable, for other staff specialist pathologists, in particular paediatric chemical pathology and medical genomics
- Provide excellent clinical services to children and their families as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
- 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.
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.
The preferred applicant may be considered for the award of a conjoint academic title (levels A to D) in the Faculty of Medicine and Health at the University of Sydney at a level commensurate with his/her qualifications and experience. The award of the academic title will also confer membership upon the appointee of the University Department of Paediatrics and Child Health. The academic title will be held for the duration of The Children's Hospital at Westmead appointment. No remuneration is attached to the University appointment. The appointee will be responsible to the University for academic matters and to The Children's Hospital at Westmead for clinical matters.
- Eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia as a Specialist in Biochemical Genetic Pathology, and/or overseas trained specialist pathways.
- Demonstrated contemporary clinical knowledge and technical expertise within the specialty of Genetic Pathology (RCPA scope of practice – biochemical genetics).
- Demonstrated laboratory experience relevant to the diagnosis and long term monitoring of inborn errors of metabolism, as well as the range of disorders detected by newborn screening. Demonstrated willingness or experience in working across multiple laboratories.
- Proven ability to work as a team member with effective communication and interpersonal skills and adaptability to work within a multidisciplinary team environment.
- Demonstrated personal qualities including effective communication skills, motivation, initiative, time management and commitment to professional development.
- Demonstrated commitment to teaching, continuing education and staff training for staff on-site plus those requiring training in State-wide services, as well as commitment to basic, applied or clinical research and quality improvement.
- Demonstrated commitment to the principles of clinical quality management and continuous improvement and contemporary knowledge of National Pathology Accreditation Advisory Council (NPAAC) Standards and NATA accreditation processes.
- Availability to participate in an on-call roster and to respond on site within a reasonable time.
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Applications Close: 12 December 2025, Friday
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