Staff Specialist or Post Graduate Fellow in Paediatric Intensive Care Medicine PICU

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Staff Specialist or Post Graduate Fellow in Paediatric Intensive Care Medicine

John Hunter Hospital, Newcastle NSW

Part-time 0.5 FTE (20 hours/week)

Fixed Term, 12 months from 2 February 2026

Are you looking to join a dynamic and supportive Paediatric Intensive Care team in one of NSW's leading tertiary hospitals?

About the Role

Depending on your level of experience, this opportunity to become one of our team in our expanding Paediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) at John Hunter Hospital will either be as a Staff Specialist or a Post Graduate Fellow in Paediatric Intensive Care Medicine.

The successful candidate will:

• Provide high-quality clinical care to critically ill children across the Hunter New England Local Health District and the Northern Child Health Network.
• Participate in teaching, quality improvement, and multidisciplinary collaboration.
• Have a primary medical degree registered with AHPRA.
• Have clinical experience and interest in Paediatric Intensive Care Medicine
• Have Fellowship of the College of Intensive Care Medicine of Australia and New Zealand (CICM) – IMGs interested in the PGF role, who are overseas trained specialists must be assessed by CICM and, as a result, gain limited registration with AHPRA on a specialist pathway satisfactory to the college, AHPRA and the Local Heath District prior to commencement.

About Our PICU

• Opened as a standalone unit in 2017 and continues to grow in size and complexity.
• One of three tertiary paediatric hospitals in NSW.
• Primary trauma referral centre for northern NSW.
• Supports the Hunter Retrieval Service and provides advice to the Newborn and Paediatric Emergency Transport Service (NETS).
• Currently expanding services and planning for a new PICU facility opening in late 2026.

You'll be joining a highly skilled, collaborative team committed to excellence in paediatric critical care.

What We Offer

As part of Hunter New England Health, you'll benefit from:

• Access to the John Hunter Health and Innovation Precinct
• Commitment to Sustainable Healthcare: Together Towards Zero
• Salary packaging options
• Fitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and families
• Opportunities to collaborate across clinical and non-clinical disciplines

Why Newcastle?

Newcastle is NSW's second-largest city, offering a unique blend of career opportunity and lifestyle:

• Beautiful beaches, coastal walks, and NSW's largest lake
• Excellent schools, universities, and family-friendly amenities
• Thriving food, arts, and cultural scene
• Easy access to Sydney (2 hours by car/train) and national/international flights
• Mild climate and relaxed pace of life in the Hunter Valley region

Newcastle is a fantastic place to live, work, and grow your career.

Need more information?

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To note the PD link in the advertising is a Staff Specialist in Paediatric Intensive Care Medicine PD, if you would like a copy of the Post Graduate Fellow in Paediatric Intensive Care Medicine PD please email:

Applications Close: Tuesday 9 December 2025

An eligibility list will be created for future temporary PGF positions & temporary or permanent Staff Specialist roles.

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity please contact:

Dr Corrine Balit, Director Paediatric Intensive Care, John Hunter Hospital

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Application Enquiries: Stacey Burbridge, HNELHD Senior Medical Recruitment

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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.

Agency applications will NOT be accepted, thank you

Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases - this is a Category A position. Please read and understand NSW Health policy directive (PD2022_030). All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.