Staff Specialist Adolescent Physician
4 days ago
**Staff Specialist Adolescent Physician**
**Trans and Gender Diverse Services, John Hunter Children’s Hospital**
**Permanent part time (0.5 FTE)**
**Make a difference where it matters most.**
Are you passionate about adolescent health and gender-affirming care? Join a forward-thinking team delivering inclusive, evidence-based services to young people and their families across Hunter New England Local Health District. We’re seeking a Staff Specialist Adolescent Physician to provide clinical leadership and compassionate care within the Trans and Gender Diverse Services team.
**What you’ll do**:
- Deliver expert care to trans and gender diverse young people and their families.
- Play a key role in the development and growth of adolescent health services at John Hunter Children’s Hospital.
- Contribute to the general paediatrics and adolescent medicine on-call roster.
**What we’re looking for**:
- Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians in General Paediatrics and/or Young Adult Medicine (or working towards same with FRACP in another specialty).
- Demonstrated understanding about gender-affirming care and the unique needs of trans and gender diverse youth.
- A collaborative, inclusive approach and commitment to person centred care.
**Why you’ll love working with us**:
- Work in one of only three dedicated children’s Hospitals in NSW, with over 100,000 outpatient visits annually.
- Join a service that values innovation, equity and whole-person care.
- Access salary packaging, EAP support, Fitness Passport, and ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Thrive in Newcastle - where you can enjoy world class beaches, family-friendly suburbs, and a vibrant cultural scene.
**The lifestyle you’ve been craving**
From laid-back beach mornings to career-defining work, you’ll find it all here in the Hunter. Whether you’re into coastal escapes, wine country weekends, or regional community life, this is your chance to strike the perfect balance between personal and professional fulfilment. Don't take our word for how wonderful our area is - discover for yourself Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and Hunter Valley regions.
**Need more information?**
Click here for the Position Description
**Applications close: 1 June 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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