Staff Specialist - Paediatrics – Shoalhaven Memorial Hospital

NSW Health

  • Australia
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 27 days ago
Permanent Part time - 0.4 FTE | Shoalhaven Memorial Hospital (SMH) | REQ593374 | Staff Specialist | Applications close: 7 September 202524 August 2025Join us in shaping healthier futures. Together we can do more.The Paediatrician will provide expert medical assessment and management of patients within the Paediatric Service. The Paediatrician is responsible for the provision of specialist paediatric services to emergency patients, inpatients and outpatients at the relevant Hospital. The Paediatrician will ensure provision of high quality paediatric services to all patients within the Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District. The Paediatrician will proactively:
  • Support the development of paediatric services
  • Support and facilitate a culture of learning and best practice
  • Support and develop paediatric research within the department
For more information and to view the position classification, see the here.A little about us.located on Yuin Country, is the main acute care hospital for the Shoalhaven region, providing emergency care, medical, surgical and orthopaedic services. The hospital has an Intensive Care Unit focusing on high dependency and coronary patients, Children's Ward and Maternity Unit, as well as a purpose-built regional Cancer Care Centre and sub-acute Mental Health Unit. With a significant redevelopment of the hospital currently underway and a strong focus on career development, there has never been a better time to join our progressive and growing team in the Shoalhaven.Benefits of working with ISLHD.We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include:· - less tax and more take-home pay· - lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)· - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)· - free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families· Discounted health insurance is available through a number of different private health insurance providers. Talk to your provider today for more information· Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities· TESL - $39,600 and 25 calendar days per year (pro-rata based on 1.0 FTE)Apply now by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the within the application. In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements:· Applicable vaccination requirements for a role.· Working With Children Check (WWCC)· Current AHPRA Registration· Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians - Paediatric and Child Health Division and/or equivalent specialist recognition· Valid NSW Drivers LicenceISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.ISLHD is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health's commitment to implementing the We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.Need more information or help applying?· Visit the ISLHD website for , and· Visit the . Stepping Up supports Aboriginal people to navigate the recruitment process and find a career or employment in NSW Health.· Follow us on social media: , , and .· For role-related queries or help applying, contact Dr Hong Du at Daniel.Tait@health.nsw.gov.au

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