NBMLHD – Staff Specialist in Clinical Genetics, Nepean Hospital – APPLY THROUGH eCREDENTIAL
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- REQ379277 Requisition #
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- 1 day ago Post Date
Employment Type Permanent -Part Time
Position Classification: Staff Specialist in Clinical Genetics- Nepean Hospital
Hours per Week: 0.4FTE
Requisition ID: REQ379277
How to apply
Your application is to be submitted through E-Credential ONLY. To apply please click this link,
Applications close on 13 April 2025 and must be received by midnight of the closing date.
Please refer to the Application Guide for instructions on how to create a Clinician Profile and a list of mandatory requirements for all Senior Medical & Dental Officer applications. If you are experiencing any difficulties, please first refer to the User Guide attached to this advertisement. Alternatively, you can contact Senior Medical Workforce Unit on 4734 2281. For all enquiries relating to the position and its function, you must contact the designated contact person.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified medical practitioners for the above position in the Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District. The position will be primarily located at Nepean Hospital within the Department of Clinical Genetics.
Successful applicants will join the existing team in the Department of Clinical Genetics at Nepean Hospital in providing a high-quality Genetic Outpatient Clinic Service and consultative service to Maternal Fetal Medicine, Neonatal Intensive Care, Paediatrics, and Adult Specialist Departments of the LHD. The position includes supervision of Genetic Counsellors and Advanced Trainees, and participation in an on-call roster.
As an affiliated teaching hospital of the University of Sydney, the successful applicant will participate in the University teaching program, with delivery of lectures to undergraduate medical students, teaching responsibilities to the junior medical staff and the FRACP candidates for their written paper.
The position of Staff Specialist in Clinical Genetics will ensure that:
· Clinical Services are focused on delivering excellent clinical care and support to children, adults and their families.
· Research and teaching are undertaken and focused on the area of Genetic medicine.
Applicants expecting to be awarded their Fellowship within 2 months, may be considered. If successful, the applicant will not be subsequently eligible to commence their appointment until after the relevant qualifications and requirements are formally completed.
Outpatient clinics and rostered on call undertaken at Nepean hospital is allocated according to FTE. Appointees may be eligible for credentialing and privileging across all other facilities in the Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District.
Together, Achieving Better Health
Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District will drive innovation and excellence in health service delivery that provides safe, equitable, high quality, accessible, timely and efficient services that are responsive to the needs of patients and the community
Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively encourages diversity and inclusion within our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
About Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District
The Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District provides world-class clinical care, research, and innovation, and is committed to providing a workplace culture that values and promotes the growth of high performing teams and individuals. We are passionate about the work we do and are committed to improving the health of our local community and enhancing the experience of all our patients.
See why people like you join our local health district – and welcome to the family! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W2FVDzrwYZI
To check out our diverse workforce and see some of our recent innovative and community-focused achievements, browse our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/NepeanBlueMtsLHD
If you would like more information about our Local Health district, please visit our website: http://www.nbmlhd.health.nsw.gov.au/
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Possess or be eligible for registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
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Possess Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of Practitioners (RACP) or equivalent as provided for in the Health Insurance Act 1997 and the Staff Specialists (NSW) Award. Evidence of Continuing Medical Education and self-monitoring/audit practices consistent with the scope of practice requirements of the position. Completion of training requirements in Clinical Genetics as stipulated by the Specialist Advisory committee of the FRACP.
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Sound knowledge and experience in Clinical Genetics in paediatric, adult, and prenatal areas demonstrated through successful clinical practice in an environment appropriate to the requirements of the position.
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Demonstrated commitment to teaching and supervision and Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
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High level interpersonal and communication skills.
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Possess or be eligible for Australian citizenship or permanent residence.
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Experience and involvement in quality assurance activities and evidence-based best practice.
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Familiarity with research concepts and commitment to support basic, applied or clinical research within the Department.
Conditions of appointment are in accordance with the Health Services Act 1997, and the Staff Specialists (State) Award
Employees and Contractors must abide by the NSW Health Code of Conduct.
The 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 Children’s Guardian website: http://www.kidsguardian.nsw.gov.au/Working-with-children/working-with-children-check
Successful applicants will be required to obtain required vaccinations prior to commencing employment. Please click on the link for further information:
Occupational assessment screening and vaccination - FAQ - Immunisation programs (nsw.gov.au)
To see a full position description, please click here
To apply, you need to be an Australian citizen, permanent resident or hold an appropriate work visa.
We respectfully request no agencies apply
Need more information?
For role related queries or questions contact:
Dr Ingrid Sinnerbrink, Head of Department Clinical Genetics, 02 4734 3362,
