Staff Specialist in Paediatrics

**Staff Specialist Paediatrician**
**Specialised Intellectual Disability Health Team**
**Fixed term temporary part time [0.3 FTE for 12 months, commencing April 2025]**

Our Specialised Intellectual Disability Health Team (SIDHT) is based at our HNELHD Wallsend Campus and provides a dedicated and innovative multidisciplinary team. As a senior member of the SIDHT, you will provide contemporary comprehensive specialist services for children and young people with an intellectual disability across Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) and Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD).

You will provide support and training to clinicians in HNELHD and CCLHD across multiple disciplines to achieve quality education and safe clinical practice and improve quality of care provided to children and young people with an intellectual disability.

**Eligibility criteria**:

- A primary medical degree registrable with AHPRA and Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (Paediatrics and Child Health Division)
- Recent and comprehensive experience in paediatrics and desirable experience working with intellectual disability patients
- Available to work clinic days - Tuesday and Wednesday
- Can work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and provide leadership of a team

**Benefits of Working with HNE Health**
- John Hunter Health and Innovation Precinct
- Commitment to Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Fitness Passport
- Salary Packaging
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members.
- Opportunities for collaboration with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals.

**Why live and work in Newcastle?**
Nestled in the heart of New South Wales, HNELHD boasts a diverse tapestry of landscapes, from coastal havens to serene countryside. Experience the perfect balance of urban sophistication and the tranquillity of nature, providing an ideal backdrop for a rewarding personal and professional life. Achieve the elusive work-life balance in a region that cherishes its laid-back lifestyle, enjoying leisurely weekends exploring pristine beaches, vibrant markets, and cultural events. Embark on a journey where your medical expertise aligns seamlessly with a high-quality lifestyle. Elevate your career, nurture your well-being, and become an integral part of a healthcare network that values and celebrates your contributions. Discover the perfect blend of professional satisfaction and life-enriching experiences with us

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**Need more information?**
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**Applications close: 9 March 2025**

**For role related enquiries contact**: Trish Stedman - Clinical Nurse Consultant/Team Leader, Specialised Intellectual Disability Health Team

**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.