Staff Specialist in General Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine

Staff Specialist in General Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine

John Hunter Children's Hospital

0.5 FTE until June 2026

John Hunter Children's Hospital is seeking an experienced General Paediatrician to join the General Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine Service to provide clinical management and treatment of patients of John Hunter Children's Hospital/HNEKidsHealth.

About the role

As a Staff Specialist, you will provide specialist paediatric services to inpatients admitted under the Adolescent Service, conducting regular paediatric outpatient clinics and participating in the acute general paediatric on-call roster. You will be recognised for your expertise in holistic adolescent care, particularly in the areas of Eating Disorders, Drug and Alcohol disorders, and/or Psychiatry. The ideal candidate will have recent experience in the management of young people with one or all of these subspecialties and a personal commitment to enhancing their skills across a broad range of youth and adolescent care.

About you

• A primary medical degree registrable with AHPRA and Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians in General Paediatrics
• Evidence of training and experience in general paediatric medicine, including both inpatient and outpatient care of children and young people
• Evidence of recent work experience in the management of children and adolescents with eating disorders
• Evidence of experience and high-level clinical skills in Youth Drug and Alcohol Demonstrated commitment to working within a harm reduction philosophy in clinical addiction medicine

What you'll do
- Provide high-quality, evidence based care to admitted and non-admitted patients
- Participate in ward rounds, clinical handover, outpatient clinics and on-call duties
- Collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams
- Educate and supervise medical and allied health trainees

Why join us
- Be part of a highly respected children's hospital and a supportive, values driven team
- Contribute to a service that truly matters
- Access to Fitness Passport, salary packaging, and employee assistance programs
- Career growth, collaborative projects, and multidisciplinary support

Live and work where others holiday

Trade long commutes and high living costs for a vibrant coastal lifestyle in Newcastle. Enjoy pristine beaches, a thriving food and arts scenes, and easy access to the Hunter Valley and Lake Macquarie. Whether you're after surf, wine, or a family-friendly community, the region offers the perfect work-life blend.

Applications close: 12 November 2025

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For more information about the role contact: Dr Kate Thomson Bowe – Head of Department General Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, John Hunter Children's Hospital E:

For application related 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.

An eligibility list will be created for future temporary and permanent appointments

Agency applications are not accepted at this time.