Paediatric Rheumatologist
7 hours ago
About Northern Health:
As an organisation we have a clear focus on how we service and partner with our community, including our strategy of helping the community stay well when at home. Our reputation of community minded, inclusive and progressive is matched to none.
Northern Health is located in the rapidly growing northern suburbs with projected growth the biggest in the state. With a booming, culturally rich and diverse community, and less than an hour's drive from the CBD (still within the bounds of Myki and ride-sharing), Melbourne's North is fast becoming the place to be.
Northern Health are seeking applications from motivated and suitably experienced Paediatric Rheumatologist to join the Paediatric department.
Northern Health is the major provider of acute, maternity, sub-acute, mental health, specialist, community and home-based services in Melbourne's rapidly growing outer north.
Services are provided through our five main campuses:
Northern Hospital Epping, Broadmeadows Hospital, Bundoora Centre, Craigieburn Centre, and Kilmore District Hospital. In addition, Mental Health Services are provided at Epping, Broadmeadows, Jacana, Preston, Mill Park and Coburg.
About the Role:
Northern Health is excited to invite applications for the position of Paediatric Rheumatologist. This role will contribute to the development of paediatric rheumatology services across Northern Health and provide specialist care for children and adolescents with rheumatologic conditions.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Contributing to the planning and implementation of diversifying and expanding the scope of paediatric rheumatology services at Northern Health
- Running paediatric rheumatology clinics at Northern Hospital Epping
- Helping develop clinical pathways and service links with the Royal Children's Hospital Paediatric Rheumatology Service to enable shared care and transition of patients
- Supervising adult rheumatology trainees attending paediatric clinics to enhance training and continuity of care
- Supporting academic, research, education, training and supervision activities within the Paediatric Unit
To be successful in this role you will have:
- Medical registration with the Medical Board of Australia under the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
- Undergraduate medical qualification as a first degree is essential – MBBS, MD, PhD or equivalent
- A fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (or equivalent)
- Sub-specialist training in paediatric rheumatology
Next Steps . . .
If this opportunity sounds like the next step in your career, then we would love to hear from you.
For further details, please refer to the Position Description. You can contact: Head of Unit Paediatrics, Rami Subhi or The Divisional Director Women's and Children's David Tran
Alternatively, please call the Divisional Personal Assistant on telephone
Applications close 26 November 2025
Why work at the Northern Health?
NH offer a range of benefits which support and reward staff both personally and professionally.
Our staff benefits include award winning facilities and campus partnerships, Professional development and events, an award winning Health and wellbeing program and financial benefits.
- Health and Wellbeing programs, including our new 'Thrive' program
- Flexibility in the workplace and extra leave options and support
- An inclusive and culturally safe space
- Access to salary packaging, EAP, our online library and onsite car parking
Work with us Northern Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce which reflects the community we serve. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, as well as applicants who are LGBTIQ+, who have different abilities, or are from culturally and Linguistically Diverse Backgrounds are encouraged.
