Staff Specialist in Paediatric Palliative Medicine, John Hunter Children's Hospital
4 days ago
**Staff Specialist in Paediatric Palliative Medicine**
**John Hunter Children’s Hospital**
**Permanent full time 1.0 FTE**
We’re looking for a compassionate and collaborative specialist to join our Paediatric Palliative Care Service (PPCS) at John Hunter Children’s Hospital. This is a unique opportunity to provide holistic, family-centred care to children across the Hunter New England region and the Child Health Network - Northern.
You’ll be part of a small, dedicated team making a big impact - supporting children and families and helping shape the future of paediatric palliative care in NSW.
**About us**
John Hunter Children’s Hospital is one of only three dedicated children’s hospitals in NSW, serving as the major paediatric referral centre for Northern NSW. Each year, we care for nearly 25,000 children and young people in our Emergency Department, admit over 10,000 patients and deliver more than 100,000 outpatient services across a wide range of specialties.
**What you’ll do**
- Provide specialist paediatric palliative care across inpatient, outpatient and community settings
- Participate in after hours support and statewide on-call advisory services
- Collaborate with internal and external healthcare teams to ensure coordinated care
- Contribute to education and training for medical students, junior doctors, nursing and allied health staff
- Engage in research, quality improvement and service development initiatives
**What we’re looking for**
- Fellowship of the RACP and Australasian Chapter of Palliative Medicine (or equivalent)
- Current specialist registration with AHPRA
- Demonstrated experience in interdisciplinary teamwork and compassionate care delivery
- Strong communication, leadership and teaching skills
**Why you’ll love working with us**
- Be part of a highly respected children's hospital and a supportive, values driven team
- Contribute to a service that truly matters
- Access to Fitness Passport, salary packaging and employee assistance programs
- Career growth, collaborative projects and multidisciplinary support
**Live and work where others holiday**
Trade long commutes and high living costs for a vibrant coastal lifestyle in Newcastle. Enjoy pristine beaches, a thriving food and arts scenes, and easy access to the Hunter Valley and Lake Macquarie. Whether you’re after surf, wine, or a family-friendly community, the region offers the perfect work-life blend.
**Need more information?**
Click here for the Position Description
**Applications close: 2 November 2025**
**For role related enquiries contact**: Dr Frank Alvaro - Director of Medical Services CYPFS
**Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing**the Child Safe Standards**. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.**
**Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases - this is a Category A position. Please read and understand NSW Health policy directive (**PD2024_015**). All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.**
**JHCH respects and appreciates cultural diversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
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