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Paediatric Intensive Care Medicine
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The Sydney Children's Hospitals Network
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CAM26038 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. 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: CAM26038


Paediatric Intensive Care Medicine Trainee positions are available at The Children’s Hospital at Westmead (CHW). This position is available for the 2026 Clinical Year, from 02 February 2026 to 31 January 2027. CHW is a tertiary/quaternary paediatric hospital which is part of The Sydney Children’s Hospital Network (SCHN) serving the state of New South Wales. The Paediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) has 25 funded beds and admits over 1400 critically ill or injured children annually. Approximately 35% of admissions are cardiac including a wide range of complex neonatal cardiac surgery. CHW is a nationally funded centre for hypoplastic left heart syndrome and has a mature ECMO program. Most sub-specialities are represented including a nationally funded liver transplant program, a large oncology program (including bone marrow transplantation) and neurosurgery. CHW is also the state centre for paediatric burns and a major trauma centre for paediatrics. Academically, the hospital is affiliated to the University of Sydney. 

ICU Trainees work on a shift roster with 12.5 to 14 hour shifts with 4 Trainees on during the day and 4 at night on each shift and will work across all areas of the intensive care complex. Trainees take responsibility for patients under their care under the supervision of an Intensivist. The ward is covered at all times by one of the Intensivists. Patient care includes: clinical examination, record keeping, orders for all drugs and ventilator settings, plans for patient care and communication with other staff and the family. All procedures are performed under the teaching, supervision and guidance of the Intensivists. Procedures within this Intensive Care Unit include endotracheal intubation, intraarterial and central venous line placement. The unit offers all modes of tertiary care including inotropic support, artificial ventilation, high frequency oscillation, renal replacement therapy and mechanical circulatory support.

ICU Trainees come from a variety of backgrounds including critical care, paediatrics, anaesthetics, and emergency medicine. It is desirable for those appointed for 6 months or longer to have experience in paediatric or adult intensive care.

Selection Criteria:

  1. MBBS or equivalent, currently registered or eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia in an appropriate registration category.
  2. Registered as an advanced trainee with a relevant College (RACP, ANZCA, CICM or equivalent).
  3. At least postgraduate year 5 (PGY5) with 6 months recent experience in PICU; or 12 months recent experience in NICU, adult ICU or anaesthesia or any combination over 12 months thereof – at an advanced trainee level in a tertiary hospital.
  4. Previous experience in intensive care environment is highly desirable.
  5. 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.
  6. Advanced Paediatric Life Support provider or equivalent.
  7. Excellent communication skills and demonstrated ability to liaise effectively with other health professionals.

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.

 

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) Find out more about applying for this position

  3) For role related queries or questions contact Vishal Jatana on 7825 0000 or email Vishal.Jatana@health.nsw.gov.au

  4) 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: 05, August 2025

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