Temporary and Permanent Staff Specialist in Respiratory Medicine

Temporary and Permanent Staff Specialist in Respiratory Medicine - Gosford Hospital - CCLHD - Apply via eCredential Employment Type : Part Time Position Classification : Staff Specialist Requisition ID : REQ Applications are invited from suitably qualified medical practitioners eligible for registration in New South Wales for the above position within the Department of Respiratory Medicine – Gosford Hospital, Central Coast Local Health District CCLHD. Applicants should be a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians and/or other specialist recognition as provided for in the Staff Specialist (State) Award. Applicants expecting to be awarded their fellowship within three months may be considered. If successful the applicant will not be subsequently eligible to commence their appointment until the relevant qualifications and requirements are formally completed. The Part Time Temporary position is a parental relief position. If the permanent incumbent requires an early return from parental leave, this contract will cease with two weeks notice. Parental relief positions can last up to 12 months, with the possibility of continued employment for up to a further 12 months for reduced hours, therefore there are no claims to permanency. There is also a permanent Part Time position vacant. Applicants may choose to apply for either or both vacant positions. Central Coast is comprised of the twin areas of Gosford and Wyong, positioned between Sydney and Newcastle. It is expected to grow from approximately 300,000 to 450,000 residents before 2030. The Local Health District has strong connections with Royal North Shore Hospital and the University of Newcastle. These positions are fractional staff specialist appointments. Salary and conditions are in accordance with the Staff Specialist (State) Award. Contact For enquiries about the position please contact Dr Paul Roach, phone , or email Application Process Applications are accepted via eCredential ONLY. To apply, click here and follow the Registration/Login process, create or update your Clinician Profile, and complete the Application and Selection Criteria questions. If you experience difficulties applying, please contact Senior Medical Workforce Unit at . Applications will not be accepted via agencies. The Health Service is committed to EEO, OH&S, Ethical Practices, and the principles of Cultural Diversity. Successful applicants are expected to abide by the Code of Conduct. Relevant criminal record checks will be undertaken on recommended applicants. Employment is subject to having current immunity status that complies with the Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases. Salary Packaging is available to enhance benefits. Please note: NSW Health does not require or accept the ‘Fit2Work badge’ offered as an option in eCredential. Qualifications Medical Practitioner registered or able to be registered in Australia, inclusive of an unrestricted or 19AB exempted provider number. Recognised specialist qualifications; Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians and/or other equivalent specialist recognition. (Applicants expecting to be awarded their fellowship within three months may be considered. If successful the applicant will not be subsequently eligible to commence their appointment until the relevant qualifications and requirements are formally completed.) Demonstrated commitment to Caring for the Coast vision, goals and strategies, with behaviours that align to the NSW CORE Values and CCLHD Values and Behaviours charter. Demonstrated experience and competency in pleural procedures such as thoracic ultrasound and intercostal catheter insertion. Demonstrated experience and competency in bronchoscopy and EBUS. Knowledge and experience in the diagnosis and management of Tuberculosis. Willingness to engage in rapid respiratory review clinics. Proven ability to work with community respiratory care teams. Willingness to develop and supervise a lung nodule/lung cancer screening referral service for CCLHD, working closely with GPs, nursing staff, radiology and other physicians. Demonstrated experience and competency in activity‑based funding and clinical coding processes. Experience in disseminating this knowledge to clinical teams. Sleep training accreditation and relevant sleep medicine experience to participate in and assist with the management of sleep disorders, respiratory failure and the day‑to‑day functioning of the sleep laboratory. Willingness to provide care to general medicine type patients. Participation in a general medicine roster may be required. Additional Resources Click here for the Position Description. To view the Clinical Privileges and Scope of Practice for this position click here. Applications Close: 20 November 2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr