CCLHD - Temporary Staff Specialist in Paediatric Medicine (Gosford Hospital) - Part Time - Appl[...]

Overview

CCLHD - Temporary Staff Specialist in Paediatric Medicine (Gosford Hospital) - Part Time - Apply via eCredential.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified medical practitioners eligible for registration in New South Wales for the above position within the Department of Paediatrics, Gosford Hospital, Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD). The purpose of this position is temporary specialist leave cover for 6 weeks commencing in January 2026. This temporary position offers an opportunity to work within a supportive, experienced paediatric team in a busy regional referral hospital.

Responsibilities

- Provide high-quality specialist paediatric care across the Children’s Ward, Special Care Nursery (SCN), and the Emergency Department.
- Conduct a General Paediatric Outpatient Clinic.
- Participate in the on-call and on-take roster, providing consultant cover for acute paediatric and neonatal presentations.
- Manage the Ontake inpatient cohort in SCN or Children’s Ward according to the roster.
- Participate in the on-call roster and reside within 20 minutes of Gosford Hospital when on-call.

Qualifications

- Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (Paediatrics and Child Health Division) and/or other specialist recognition as provided for in the Staff Specialist (State) Award.
- Medical practitioner registered or able to be registered in Australia (including an unrestricted 19AB exempted provider number).
- Appropriate experience to practice as a Senior Medical Practitioner in Paediatric Medicine, including demonstrated experience in acute paediatrics and neonatal care (≥32 weeks’ gestation).
- Ability to work constructively and effectively in a multidisciplinary team, with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Demonstrated willingness and ability to lead and supervise medical and surgical trainees, residents and medical students; teaching involvement in the management of deteriorating patients is advantageous.
- Interest in quality improvement methodologies.
- Commitment to Caring for the Coast vision, goals and strategies, with behaviours aligning to NSW CORE values and CCLHD Values and Behaviours Charter.

Workplace & Conditions

- Salary and conditions are in accordance with the Staff Specialist (State) Award.
- Location: Gosford Hospital (with primary obligations to Gosford Hospital).
- Remuneration: As per the Award.
- Requisition ID: REQ153976.

Application Process

- 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 applying, contact Senior Medical Workforce Unit on 4320 3009.
- Applications will not be accepted via agencies.

Enquiries & Additional Information

For enquiries about the position please contact Dr Stewart Birt - Head of Gosford Paediatrics department, phone (02) 4320 5696 or email CCLHD-MWEUSMW@health.nsw.gov.au.

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 is available to enhance benefits.

Please Note: NSW Health does not require or accept the 'Fit2Work badge' offered as an option in eCredential.

Need more information? 1) Click here for the Position Description 2) To view the clinical privileges and scope of practice click here.

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