CCLHD - Staff Specialist & Head of Department in Paediatric Medicine (Wyong Hospital) - Apply v[...]

Employment Type : Temporary 3 years (Head of Department) and Permanent Part Time (Staff Specialist)Position Classification : Staff SpecialistRemuneration : As per the AwardRequisition 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 Paediatrics, Wyong Hospital, Central Coast Local Health District CCLHD. In addition to the normal Senior Medical Practitioner position description for the relevant clinical specialty, the incumbent will work in the capacity of Head of Department for a three year term refer to the attached (Addendum Position Description). Applicants should be a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (Paediatrics and Child Health Division) and / or other specialist recognition as provided for in the Staff Specialist (State) Award. Central Coast is comprised of the twin areas of Gosford and Wyong, positioned between Sydney and Newcastle, which are collectively expected to grow from the current approximate 350,000 (including around 70,000 children) to 450,000 population before 2030. The Local Health District has strong connections with both Royal North Shore Hospital and the University of Newcastle. The hospital supports approximately 3,500 births per year, and its Special Care Nursery provides care for babies from 32 weeks’ gestation and above. The service maintains close collaboration with John Hunter Children’s Hospital and The Children’s Hospital at Westmead for subspecialty referral and retrieval support. This position has obligations to Wyong Hospital primarily. Salary and conditions are in accordance with the Staff Specialist (State) Award. For enquiries about the position please contact A/Professor Laurence McCleary, Clinical Director Women’s Children and Families Health, phone or email Applications are accepted via eCredential ONLY. To apply click here and follow the Registration/Login process, Create/Update your Clinician Profile and complete the Application and Selection Criteria questions. If you experience difficulties applying please contact Senior Medical Workforce Unit on . 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. Applications will not be accepted via agencies. Medical Practitioner registered or able to be registered in Australia, inclusive of an unrestricted 19AB exempted provider number. Recognised specialist qualifications, Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (Paediatrics and Child Health Division) and / or other equivalent specialist recognition. Appropriate experience to practice as a Senior Medical Practitioner in Paediatric Medicine. Ability to work constructively and effectively in a Multidisciplinary team environment, demonstrating excellent interpersonal and communications skills. Demonstrated willingness and ability to lead and supervise medical and surgical trainees, residents and medical students; eg experience in teaching the management of the deteriorating patient would be advantageous. Demonstrated interest in quality improvement methodologies. Demonstrated commitment to Caring for the Coast vision, goals and strategies, with demonstrated behaviours which align to the NSW CORE values and CCLHD Values and Behaviours charter. Please note interviews for this position will be held via PEXIP on Friday 9 January 2026. Need more information? 1) Click here for the Position Description2) To view the clinical privileges and scope of practice click here3) To view the Head of Department Position Description Addendum click here Applications Close: 4 January 2026 #J-18808-Ljbffr