Trainee - Unaccredited Position

Sydney Children's Hospitals Network (SCHN) is the largest paediatric health care entity in Australia. We care for thousands of children each year in our hospitals and in their homes with one purpose in mind - to help young people live their healthiest lives.

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Employment Type: Temporary

Remuneration: Public Hospital Medical Officers (State) Award

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: CAM26978

*This position is available for the current clinical year, from 03 November 2025 to 01 February 2026*

The Trainee - Unaccredited Position in Orthopaedic Surgery at Sydney Children's Hospital, Randwick (SCH), provides an opportunity to a trainee to further develop orthopaedic skills in the spheres of clinical care, orthopaedic procedures, education, research and supervision under the supervision of consultant paediatric orthopaedic surgeons.

The Trainee's responsibilities will include providing orthopaedic support to the patients of paediatric Staff Specialists and Visiting Medical Officers (VMOs), trauma and emergency support to the patients in all clinical areas of the hospital including the Emergency Department, Intensive Care Unit, inpatient and outpatient areas and at Prince of Wales Hospital (POWH) and the Royal Hospital for Women (RHW). The Trainee will have a role in teaching of junior medical officers, nurses and undergraduates.

During the period the Trainee will:

• Assist in the provision of skilled orthopaedic support
• Provide orthopaedic consultation and service to other disciplines in SCH, POWH or RHW as per local statement of duties
• Provide assessment and care of patients referred to the relevant orthopaedic service
• Communicate and collaborate with other members of the multidisciplinary teams within and outside the hospital
• Provide referral for appropriate continuity of care for patients
• Respond and provide skilled orthopaedic support for presentations of trauma and emergency support for patients presenting to the Emergency Department
• Perform orthopaedic interventions under supervision appropriate for level of training
• Build on clinical knowledge and skills in the care of patients presenting to the orthopaedic service
• Contribute to and be involved in education, quality improvement and research activities as required

This position is not accredited by the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS).

Please refer to the position description and contact person for further information about the position.

Selection Criteria:

• MBBS or equivalent, currently registered or eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia in an appropriate registration category
• Minimum three years postgraduate experience
• At least 12 months previous orthopaedic surgical experience, with substantial paediatric experience being highly desirable
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Demonstrated ability to liaise effectively with other health professionals
• Ongoing commitment to further education and professional development and demonstrated ability to teach, and willingness to participate in the teaching of Medical Students, Junior Medical Staff and other clinical staff
• Demonstrated skills in time management, prioritisation and problem solving
• Evidence of continuing professional development and commitment to self education

Your application must include a current resume and responses to the application questions and criteria in the online application form. Please ensure you upload your CV to the specific application submission (not just your general profile), complete and submit your application prior to the closing date. Interviews will be conducted virtually via videoconference. Some positions are dependent on external funding and will only be appointed once funding is confirmed. Please note that recruitment agency applications are unable to be accepted.

SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity - we acknowledge the vibrancy that a diverse workforce brings to enhance both our workplace culture and our service delivery to children, young people and their families and carers. We encourage all suitably qualified applicants to apply. If you identify as an Indigenous Australian or as a person with a disability, please contact us if you would like some more information about our recruitment process.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff providing health care to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families that access the services we provide at the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander job applicants are encouraged to visit the NSW Health Recruitment tool, Stepping Up, to assist in preparing your application.

Please refer to the Application Guide and NSW Policy Directive PD2024_015 Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified for vaccination, assessment and screening requirements.

This position requires a NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children's Guardian. For more information on how to apply for the clearance, please visit the Office of the Children's Guardian website.

Sydney Children's Hospitals Network upholds the rights of children and young people so that they feel heard, safe, and protected. SCHN is committed to maintaining a child safe culture that upholds the rights of children and young people. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported, and are included in their care. Existing staff of SCHN and those seeking employment are required to prioritise the safety, wellbeing and best interests of children and young people in their care and take action to keep them safe from harm and abuse. Please click herefor more information.

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1) Click here for the Position Description

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3) For role related queries, please contact Dr Jeff Ling via telephone on or email

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5) We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families that access the services we provide at the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network. For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to SCHN's Aboriginal Workforce Consultant, please contact SCHN-EA-

Applications Close: 21, September 2025