Provisional Fellow
Sydney Children's Hospitals Network (SCHN) 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.
Employment Type: Temporary
Remuneration: Public Hospital Medical Officers (State) Award
Registrar Year 1 - Year 4
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: CAM25025
The Paediatric General Surgery Provisional Fellow position is available at Sydney Children's Hospital, Randwick, for the 2026 Clinical Year, from 02 February 2026 to 31 January 2027.
The position provides Surgical Trainees an opportunity to further their training, developing skills important for a consultant role in the spheres of clinical care, education and training as well as research with support from the team consultants and other health care professionals. The Provisional Fellow role is a leadership role, both within the department for other junior medical staff and medical students as well as members of the multidisciplinary team, but also across the broader hospital community.
Please refer to the position description, statement of duties and contact person for further information about the position.
Selection Criteria:
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MBBS or equivalent, currently registered or eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia in an appropriate registration category.
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RACS Fellowship or registered as an Advanced Trainee in Paediatric Surgery or recognised international Paediatric Surgery specialist qualification.
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Paediatric surgery experience in a tertiary centre.
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Excellent communication skills with leadership and team building skills and a demonstrated ability to liaise effectively with other health professionals.
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Demonstrated aptitude for clinical and academic paediatric surgical and related teaching of Medical Students, Junior Medical staff and other clinical staff in theatres, clinics and at formal teaching sessions.
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Ongoing commitment to further education and professional development and demonstrated ability to supervise Junior Medical Staff and other clinical staff.
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Demonstrated interest, motivation and capability in research.
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Emergency Management of Severe Trauma Course (EMST / APLS / ATLS or equivalent) or registered to undertake one before starting in position.
Your application must include a current resume and responses to the application questions and criteria in the online application form. Please ensure you upload your CV to the specific application submission (not just your general profile), complete and submit your application prior to the closing date. Interviews will be conducted virtually via videoconference. Some positions are dependent on external funding and will only be appointed once funding is confirmed. Please note that recruitment agency applications are unable to be accepted.
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 and Torres Strait Islander staff providing health care to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families that access the services we provide at the Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander job applicants are encouraged to visit the NSW Health Recruitment tool, Stepping Up, to assist in preparing your application.
Please refer to the Application Guide and NSW Policy Directive PD2024_015 Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified for vaccination, assessment and screening requirements.
This position requires a NSW 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/.
Sydney Children's Hospitals Network upholds the rights of children and young people so that they feel heard, safe, and protected. 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.
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Click here for the Statement of Duties
3)Find out more about applying for this position
4) For role related queries, please contact Dr Camille Wu via telephone on +61 2 9382 1111 or email at camille.wu@health.nsw.gov.au
5) For technical support, please contact the Customer Service Team on 1300 443 966, select option 1, then option 2. Please also refer to the applicant guide for additional information.
Applications Close: 09, June 2025
