Staff Specialist In Respiratory Medicine

Employment Type: Part Time Position Classification: Staff Specialist Requisition ID: REQ368885 Applications are invited from suitably qualified medical practitioners eligible for registration in New South Wales for the above position within the Department of Respiratory Medicine – Gosford Hospital, Central Coast Local Health District CCLHD.
Applicants should be a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians and / or other specialist recognition as provided for in the Staff Specialist (State) Award.
(Applicants expecting to be awarded their fellowship within three months may be considered.
If successful the applicant will not be subsequently eligible to commence their appointment until the relevant qualifications and requirements are formally completed.)Central Coast is comprised of the twin areas of Gosford and Wyong, positioned between Sydney and Newcastle, which are collectively expected to grow from the current approximate 300,000 to 450,000 population before 2030.
The Local Health District has strong connections with both Royal North Shore Hospital and the University of Newcastle.
This position is a fractional staff specialist appointment.
Salary and conditions are in accordance with the Staff Specialist (State) Award.
For enquiries about the position please contact Dr Paul Roach, phone (02) 4320 3084 or email CCLHD-MWEUSMW@health.nsw.gov.au Applications are accepted via e Credential 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 applying please contact Senior Medical Workforce Unit on 4320 3009.
The Health Service is committed to EEO, OH&S, Ethical Practices and the principles of Cultural Diversity.
Successful applicants are expected to abide by the Code of Conduct.
Relevant criminal record checks will be undertaken on recommended applicants.
Employment is subject to having current immunity status that complies with the Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases.
Salary Packaging isavailable to enhance benefits.
Applications will not be accepted via agencies.
Medical Practitioner registered or able to be registered in Australia, inclusive of an unrestricted or 19 AB exempted provider number.
Recognised specialist qualifications, Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians and / or other equivalent specialist recognition.
(Applicants expecting to be awarded their fellowship within three months may be considered.
If successful the applicant will not be subsequently eligible to commence their appointment until the relevant qualifications and requirements are formally completed.)Appropriate experience to practice as a Senior Medical Practitioner in Respiratory Medicine Proven ability to work with community respiratory care teams.
Ability to work constructively and effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment, demonstrating excellent interpersonal and communications skills.
Demonstrated willingness and ability to lead and supervise medical and surgical trainees, residents and medical students; Previous experience in teaching the management of the deteriorating patient would be advantageous.
Demonstrated interest in quality improvement methodologies.
Demonstrated commitment to Caring for the Coast vision, goals and strategies, with demonstrated behaviours which align to the NSW CORE Values and CCLHD Values and Behaviours charter.
Demonstrated experience and competency in pleural procedures such as thoracic ultrasound and intercostal catheter insertion Demonstrated experience and competency in bronchoscopy and EBUS.
Knowledge and experience in the diagnosis and management of Tuberculosis.
Willingness to engage in rapid respiratory review clinics Demonstrated knowledge and experience running a specialist interstitial lung disease service Demonstrated experience and competency in activity based funding and clinical coding processes.
Experience in disseminating this knowledge to clinical teams Need more information?1) Click here for the Position Description2) To view the Clinical Privileges and Scope of Practicefor this position click here Applications Close: 19 August 2025
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