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.
Learn more about our network: http://www.schn.health.nsw.gov.au/professionals Employment Type: Permanent Part TimePosition Classification: Staff SpecialistHours Per Week: 24Requisition ID: REQ542369Applications are via eCredential The Endocrinology department at Sydney Children's Hospital, Randwick are seeking a permanent 0.6 FTE (24 hours per week) Staff Specialist to join their team, commencing in March 2025.
What you'll be doing To deliver evidence-based care to children with diabetes and endocrine disorders and to support the research and educational activities of the endocrine department.
Develop and undertake world class research that enhances health outcomes of children with diabetes and endocrine disorders.
Develop and support the educational activities within the Department and more broadly across the hospital.
Mentor and train the next generation of health professionals and scientists in the field of paediatric endocrine medicine.
Effectively work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Participate in review and improvement activities that focus on measurable impact on health outcomes.
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 and encourage all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including Indigenous Australians, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
As this is a "Category A" position, please refer to the NSW Policy Directive PD2024_015 Occupational Assessment Screening and Vaccination for vaccination requirements.
All Category A workers and new recruits are required to receive one dose of the seasonal influenza vaccine annually to be considered compliant.
Acceptable proof of vaccination is the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) Immunisation History Statement.
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.
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://www.kidsguardian.nsw.gov.au/ 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 note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
Eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia as a Specialist Endocrinologist Demonstrated recent clinical experience in Paediatric Diabetes and Endocrinology and management of complex and rare diseases at the role delineation of the service Possesses (or enrolled in) a higher research degree, and an ongoing commitment to research and translating research into clinical practice Proven expertise in working effectively in a multi-disciplinary team Proven expertise in working effectively with stakeholders, including consumers Willingness to take part in non-clinical activities, including administration Availability to participate in an on-call roster, including weekend and public holiday cover, and to respond on site within a reasonable time The preferred applicant may be considered for the award of a conjoint academic title 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 relevant University.
The academic title will be held for the duration of The Sydney Children's Hospitals Network appointment.
No remuneration is attached to the University appointment.
The appointee will be responsible to the University for academic matters and to The Sydney Children's Hospitals Network for clinical matters.
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