EMPLOYMENT

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 : Temporary Part Time Position Classification : Staff Specialist Hours Per Week : Up to 20 Requisition ID : REQ455264 Applications via eCredential ONLY The Child Development Unit has a vacant up to 0.5FTE temporary Staff Specialist position available. This position is a telehealth position to assist WNSWLHD with ADHD clinical services. This is with an ASAP commencement through to 30th June 2025. What you'll be doing Provide excellent ADHD clinical services to children and their families living in Western NSW via Telehealth, 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 service in accordance with the Staff Specialist (State) Award. Eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia as a Specialist in Paediatrics and Child Health including possession of the fellowship of the RACP and/or overseas trained specialist pathways. Demonstrated recent clinical experience in ADHD and relevant co morbidities at the role delineation of the service. Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and provide leadership of a team. Demonstrated effective clinical communication through the use of information technology and written, verbal and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated commitment to teaching, continuing education, research and quality improvement. Availability to participate in an on-call roster and to respond on site within a reasonable time. 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 PD2023_022 Occupational Assessment Screening and Vaccination for vaccination requirements.    Applicants must have completed the COVID-19 vaccination course prior to commencement with NSW Health, or provide an approved medical contraindication certificate certifying the worker cannot have any approved COVID-19 vaccines available in NSW.   ASARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) 2 primary doses are required for Category A positions (refer to NSW Policy Directive PD2023_022 Occupational Assessment Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases ).   In addition, 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 or AIR COVID-19 Digital Certificate.    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. 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. Need more information?   1) Click here for the Position Description   2) Find out more about applying for this position For role related queries or questions contact Natalie Silove on natalie.silovehealth.nsw.gov.au For technical support please contact the customer service team on 1300 679 367 and select option 3. Applications Close: Monday 8th January 2024 APPLY VIA eCredential NOW: CLICK HERE 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-SMOhealth.nsw.gov.au