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. Learn more about our network here: https://www.schn.health.nsw.gov.au/
Employment Type: Temporary
Remuneration: Public Hospital Medical Officers (State) Award
Registrar Year 1 - Year 4
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: CAM25013
Provisional Fellow positions in Paediatric Cardiology are available for the 2026 Clinical Year, commencing from 02 February 2026 to 31 January 2027.
This Provisional Fellow position involves a clinical role within the Cardiology Department at The Children's Hospital at Westmead, within The Sydney Children's Hospitals Network (SCHN), as well as a leadership and educational role. This position provides an opportunity to develop skills important for a consultant role in the inpatient and outpatient setting, with the support from the Consultants as needed. The Fellow also works closely with many of the other clinical teams in inpatient and outpatient care both clinically and strategically. The education role includes clinical supervision within the Cardiology Department as well as the hospital wide education program.
The Clinical Provisional Fellowship positions in Paediatric Cardiology will include rotation to the Cardiac Unit at Sydney Children’s Hospital, Randwick. Clinical experience at Westmead Hospital and the Royal Hospital for Women will also be included for most appointees. New, local graduate trainees would be expected to complete 2 years of basic Paediatric Cardiac training with us. The Clinical Provisional Fellows rotate through clinical in-patient and out-patient service, Cardiac Cath Laboratory, and non-invasive studies and research. On-call is one in four giving access to after hour’s clinical material.
Please refer to the position description and contact person for further information about the positions. The positions are not presently applicable for those with peer review or top up training requirements. Trainees will be required to provide clinical support across The Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network.
Selection Criteria:
- MBBS or equivalent, currently registered or eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia in an appropriate registration category.
- Registered with the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP) as an Advanced Trainee or equivalent. If registered with the RACP, trainee to have completed a minimum 6 months as an Advanced Trainee with RACP (or equivalent).
- 6 months experience in relevant subspecialty or equivalent preferable and experience in Paediatric Cardiology including echocardiography preferable.
- Completion of mandatory training as required by RACP or equivalent (if applicant registered with RACP).
- Excellent communication, leadership and teamwork skills with demonstrated ability to liaise effectively with other health professionals.
- Ongoing commitment to further education and professional development and demonstrated ability to teach, and willingness to participate in the teaching of Medical Students, Junior Medical Staff and other clinical staff.
- Understanding of research methodology or research experience and a willingness to undertake research proposal.
- Demonstrated commitment to quality improvement, patient safety and risk management and demonstrated contribution to the development of hospital services. e.g. participation in Paediatric Junior Staff matters, representation on behalf of the Hospital, participation in Hospital Committees.
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.
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3) For role related queries, please contact Dr Megan Sherwood via telephone on 02 7825 0000 or email Megan.Sherwood@health.nsw.gov.au
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Applications Close: 09, June 2025
