Staff Specialist

Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District – Penrith NSW Employment Type: Maximum Term - 12 Months – Part-Time Position Classification: Staff Specialist – Neonatology Hours Per Week: 0.5FTE Requisition ID:REQ How to apply Your application is to be submitted through E-Credential ONLY. To apply please click this link: Applications close on 23 November 2025 and must be received by midnight of the closing date. Please refer to the Application Guide for instructions on how to create a Clinician Profile and a list of mandatory requirements for all Senior Medical & Dental Officer applications. If you are experiencing any difficulties, please first refer to the User Guide attached to this advertisement. Alternatively, you can contact Senior Medical Workforce Unit on . For all enquiries relating to the position and its function, you must contact the designated contact person. Applications are invited from suitably qualified medical practitioners for the above positions in the Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District. The positions will be primarily located at Nepean Hospital, within the Department of Neonatal Services. Successful applicants will be a fully qualified Neonatal Intensive Care Specialist with experience in all aspects of resuscitation and stabilization of sick babies born in a level 6 Perinatal Centre or transferred ex‑utero from other hospitals within NSW. He/she should also be able to perform bedside ultrasound studies for assessment of cardiac function and should have experience in advanced neonatal resuscitation teaching, including the use of simulation equipment. Successful applicants may be offered a conjoint university appointment within the Faculty of Medicine at the relevant University attached to each facility. The level of academic appointment will be commensurate with the qualifications, experience and scholarship and will be held only during the tenure of the Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District appointment. No remuneration is attached to the University appointment. The appointee will be responsible to the University for academic matters and to the district for clinical matters. The successful applicants are expected to participate in an on‑call roster with seven other Staff Specialists working in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit/Special Care Unit. Together, Achieving Better Health Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District will drive innovation and excellence in health service delivery that provides safe, equitable, high quality, accessible, timely and efficient services that are responsive to the needs of patients and the community. Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively encourages diversity and inclusion within our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. About Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District The Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District provides world‑class clinical care, research, and innovation, and is committed to providing a workplace culture that values and promotes the growth of high performing teams and individuals. We are passionate about the work we do and are committed to improving the health of our local community and enhancing the experience of all our patients. See why people like you join our local health district – and welcome to the family To check out our diverse workforce and see some of our recent innovative and community‑focused achievements, browse our YouTube channel: If you would like more information about our Local Health district, please visit our website: Selection Criteria Possess or be eligible for registration with Medical Board of Australia (AHPRA). Possess Fellowship of the RACP and/or equivalent specialist recognition as provided for by the Health Insurance Act 1997 and Staff Specialists (State) Award. Evidence of continuing medical education and self‑monitoring/audit practices consistent with the scope of practice requirements of the position. Current re‑certification statement or certificate from FRACP with advanced training under the auspices of the Neonatal/Perinatal Medicine Specialist Advisory Committee. Applicants who have fulfilled the RACP Neonatal/Perinatal Medicine Training requirements and are awaiting official certification by this Committee are welcome to apply. Sound clinical knowledge in Neonatology and Neonatal Intensive Care demonstrated through successful clinical practice in an environment appropriate to the requirements of the position including evidence of participation in quality assurance activities relevant to the specialty. High level interpersonal and communication skills and demonstrated ability working within a multidisciplinary team. Demonstrated commitment to teaching and junior medical staff supervision consistent with contemporary best practice supervision standards. Demonstrates the skills and attitudes appropriate for practice as a Senior Medical /Dental Practitioner including modelling of a high standard of professional behaviour to junior medical staff. Familiarity with research concepts and commitment to support basic, applied, or clinical research as required within the Department. Conditions of appointment are in accordance with the Health Services Act 1997, and Staff Specialists (State) Award. Employees and Contractors must abide by the NSW Health Code of Conduct. The 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 Children’s Guardian website: Successful applicants will be required to obtain required vaccinations prior to commencing employment. Please click on the link for further information: To see a full position description, please click HERE To apply you need to be an Australian citizen, permanent resident or hold an appropriate work visa. We respectfully request no agencies apply. Application Information All selection criteria must be addressed in your application. 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