SCH - Hospital Scientist - Sleep Unit - REQ626888

Employment Type : Permanent Part Time Position Classification : Scientific Officer Remuneration : - full time equivalent base salary range (excludes super, leave loading and salary packaging) Hours Per Week : 36 Requisition ID : REQ Location : Randwick Applications Close : Midnight on 15 December 2025 Sydney Children's Hospitals Network 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. What you'll be doing The Sleep Medicine supports diagnostic and treatment facilities to infants, children and adolescents with sleep associated and chronic respiratory disorders. The Scientific Officer (SO) works alongside the continuum of Sleep Medicine, mainly working with patients in the wards and the home, and liaison with the Sleep Unit. The Sleep Medicine SO will work in collaboration and co-operation with patients, families, nursing, medical and Biomedical Engineering staff. The position encompasses diverse responsibilities ensuring initiation, assessment, teaching and management of non‑invasive sleep equipment to enable the patient to successfully transition to home. About You Bachelor of Science with health care related discipline. Experience with non‑invasive pressure support / ventilation, including patient monitoring, respiratory, intensive care or sleep studies. Demonstrated experience in teaching children, adolescents and families. How to Apply Click ‘Apply Online’ and submit your application including: A resume detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 5 pages) Answers to the selection criteria in the Position Description Additional Benefits (for eligible employees) Salary packaging for tax savings Meal entertainment savings Accrued Day Off (ADO) for Full Time employees Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Fitness Passport Flexible Work Practice Opportunities Need more information? Click here for the Position Description. Find out more about applying for this position. Learn more about The Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network. Aboriginal job applicants are encouraged to visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application. Further Contacts and Support For role related queries or questions contact Kirsten Adnum on 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 For technical support please contact the customer services team on . Child Safe Standards SCHN 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. Additional Information Applicants will be assessed against the essential criteria in Position Description. Please ensure that you review this document to understand the full requirements of the role. NSW Health is committed to accessibility and may provide adjustments to the recruitment and interview process as needed, including physical adjustments, interview setup, or scheduling needs. 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. Employment of temporary visa holders is only considered if no suitable permanent resident or citizen is identified after labour market testing. To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency. All workers must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting employment. See PD2024_15 for more detail. This position requires a 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. For roles that require formal qualifications, please note that overseas qualifications must be assessed by the Department of Education or the relevant authority appointed by the Australian Government for skilled migration purposes. Eligibility List An eligibility list may be created for future permanent part time and temporary full or part time vacancies. #J-18808-Ljbffr