Provisional Fellow
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- The Sydney Children's Hospitals Network
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- CAM25022 Requisition #
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 and Year 4
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: CAM25022
The Paediatric Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery Provisional Fellow position at The Children's Hospital at Westmead is available for the 2026 Clinical Year, for 12 months from 03 August 2026 to 01 August 2027. This Provisional Fellow position involves a clinical role within the Department of Ear, Nose and Throat Surgery, 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 Department of Ear, Nose and Throat Surgery 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 Department of Ear, Nose and Throat Surgery as well as the hospital wide education program. This Fellowship aims to provide a solid foundation for clinical care and for research in paediatric otolaryngology.
Please refer to the position description 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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Registered with the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS) as an Advanced Trainee or equivalent; or has attained RACS Fellowship in Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery or equivalent
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Completion of mandatory training as required by RACS or equivalent preferable
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Sufficient prior experience such that completion of this Paediatric Provisional Fellow Training would permit a reasonable expectation of appointment at a consultant level to a tertiary paediatric ENT surgery unit
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Excellent communication, leadership and teamwork skills with demonstrated ability to liaise effectively with other health professionals
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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
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Understanding of research methodology or research experience and a willingness to undertake research proposal
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Demonstrated commitment to quality improvement, patient safety and risk management and 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 preferable
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.
Applications Close: 09, June 2025
