Clinical Superintendent, Children Young People and Families Service

Clinical Superintendent

Children Young People and Families Service

Fixed term temporary, part time for two years (0.6 FTE February 2026 to February

HNELHD is seeking an experienced paediatrician to take on the role of Clinical Superintendent within our Children, Young People and Families Service. This position offers the opportunity to shape medical education, support junior medical staff and contribute to high quality paediatric care across a diverse and collaborative team.

About the role

As a Clinical Superintendent, you will:

• Provide clinical leadership and supervision to registrars, resident medical officers and interns.
• Manage day to day operational priorities including rostering, leave coordination and medical staffing.
• Collaborate with the Medical Staff Unit, Paediatric Training Network and Advanced Training supervisors to manage day to day operational priorities with the JMO Manager.

About You

You are a committed paediatrician who:

• Holds specialist registration with AHPRA and Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians.
• Demonstrates strong leadership, communication, and mentoring skills.
• Has experience in medical education, supervision, and clinical governance.
• Has knowledge of HETI, AHPRA, National Standards and Post Graduate Medical Council accreditation requirements.
• Demonstrated experience with medical rostering.

About us

John Hunter Children's Hospital in Newcastle is one of three children's hospitals in NSW, we see almost 25,000 children and young people in our emergency department and admit over 10,000 children and young people to hospital per year. We perform over 100,000 occasions of service through outpatient clinics.

Hunter New England Local Health District is a leader in the healthcare industry, offering diverse opportunities to expand your career and enhance your skills. We provide comprehensive public health services to the Hunter, New England, and Lower Mid North Coast regions and maintain strong connections with the University of Newcastle and Hunter Medical Research Institute.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a service that values Collaboration, Openness, Respect, and Empowerment.
• Lead and influence the next generation of paediatric clinicians.
• Access to Fitness Passport, salary packaging, and employee assistance programs
• Career growth, collaborative projects, and multidisciplinary support

Apply now to make a meaningful impact in paediatric healthcare and medical education.

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Applications close: 25 November 2025

For role related enquiries contact: Dr Frank Alvaro – Director of Medical Services CYPFS

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For application enquiries contact: Sally Jordan – Senior Medical Recruitment Consultant

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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.