Staff Specialist – Head of the Department of Neonatal Intensive Care – RPAH (Apply via eCredential)
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time Staff Specialist and the appointment as Head of Department is for an initial period of five years (with potential extension).
Position Classification: Staff Specialist
Requisition ID: REQ569468
Sydney Local Health District (SLHD) is seeking an experienced Staff Specialist to join our team at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital.
Royal Prince Alfred Hospital (RPA) in Sydney is seeking an exceptional Head of Neonatal Intensive Care to drive world-class care, research, and the highest standards of education in one of Australia’s leading NICUs.
We are looking for a visionary leader passionate about clinical excellence, research, and education, who will thrive on innovation and the opportunity to shape the future of our neonatal care services.
Why RPAH?
Excellence in Care and Research – As one of Australia’s premier NICUs, RPAH is at the forefront of evidence-based, high-acuity neonatal care with a strong commitment to research that can improve outcomes for our tiniest patients.
Educational Leadership – this is an opportunity to shape the next generation of neonatologists, nurses, and allied health professionals through interdisciplinary education and mentorship
A New Era for Neonatal Care – With RPAH’s major hospital redevelopment underway, this is a rare opportunity to expand, enhance, and innovate neonatal services, driving a new standard of excellence in neonatal medicine.
Who We’re Looking For:
✔ A respected clinical leader with expertise in neonatal intensive care and a passionate educator and mentor
✔ A commitment to evidence-based care and research
✔ A strategic thinker who can shape the future of neonatal services
This is your chance to lead, inspire, and innovate in one of Australia’s most exciting neonatal leadership roles.
The Head of the Department Neonatal Intensive Care holds responsibility for the effective management of the Department’s clinical, financial and human resources, including the Department’s processes for care delivery, achieving key performance objectives, adherence to organisational policies and procedures, and maintaining and developing the quality aspects of service delivery. The neonatal Head of Department will work within the SLHD Women’s and Babies Clinical Stream to ensure activities within the Department align to broader SLHD objectives.
As clinical leader, they will enhance clinical engagement and professional practice and standards, as well as a culture of respect for the individual, teamwork and continuous performance improvement.
The appointment as Head of the Department of Neonatal Intensive Care is for an initial period of five years (with potential extension). The Head will hold the substantive position of a senior medical practitioner in Neonatal Intensive Care, and as part of this substantive role, will also undertake patient care duties in the Department, providing high quality specialist medical care and services for inpatients and non-inpatients attending ambulatory clinics.
Salary and conditions are in accordance with the NSW Staff Specialist (State) Award.
For enquiries about the position, please contact Dr Demi Beneru or Dr Mark Greenhalgh via email at Demi.Beneru@heath.nsw.gov.au or mark.greenhalgh@health.nsw.gov.au
Applications are accepted via eCredential ONLY. To apply, click here and follow the Registration/Login process. Create/update your Clinician Profile and complete the Application and Selection Criteria Questions. If you experience difficulties, please refer to the eCredential Guide or contact SLHD eCredential Team at SLHD-eCredAdmin@health.nsw.gov.au or phone (02) 9515 9933.
SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application.
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Applications Close: 14 May 2025
