NSLHD - Staff Specialist - Neonatology - Royal North Shore Hospital (Apply via eCredential)

An opportunity to be part of the Department of Neonatology at Royal North Shore Hospital is now available. Applications are accepted via eCredential only, to apply. Position Classification: Staff SpecialistEmployment Type: Temporary Full TimeHours Per Week: up to 40Duration: Until 20 January 2027 Who we are We are a health service that touches thousands of lives across the Northern Sydney Local Health District, together as a team of like-minded people. We are passionate, driven and have the skills and knowledge to care for our patients whilst creating the best services possible. Our teams have meaningful, interesting and rewarding work everyday. We challenge and nurture each other, sharing our knowledge and experience so that we can deliver better care for everyone. There's a real sense of belonging here because we value and respect our patients, employees, and teams' voices. You'll feel a real privilege being a trusted caregiver in our patients, their families, their carers, and our communities' lives. About the Role The successful applicant will join an enthusiastic team of health professionals providing excellent clinical services in Neonatology. The role will provide an interesting range of clinical, teaching and research opportunities. The successful applicant will participate in the on‑call roster pro rata to the FTE. Purpose of the Position This role will provide specialist clinical management of infants at birth in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, postnatal ward and outpatient follow up. You will participate in high‑risk pregnancy consultation. You will provide clinical management and treatment of patients under your care in a Northern Sydney Local Health District facility or service. This care will be provided within the scope of clinical practice endorsed by the NSLHD Medical and Dental Appointments Advisory Committee. The position will provide clinical consultation services within NSLHD and will contribute to the teaching and training of medical students, graduates and other health care professionals and to research, evaluation and quality improvement activities within NSLHD. This position is temporary with the possibility of temporary extension based on performance, funding and need. Selection Criteria MBBS or equivalent, currently registered or eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia. Recognised specialist qualification and Fellowship of The Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP), Paediatrics and Child Health Division, Neonatal Perinatal specialist recognition or recognition as a specialist by the Medical Board of Australia. Consistently demonstrates behaviours that reinforce the CORE Values of our organisation; Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment. Demonstrates these behaviours with all stakeholders; colleagues, direct reports, as well as our patients and consumers, and those that care for them. Sound clinical knowledge in Neonatology demonstrated through successful clinical practice in an environment appropriate to the requirements of the position, preferably with experience as consultant neonatologist in a level 5 or 6 neonatal intensive care unit, including evidence of participation in quality assurance activities relevant to the specialty. Demonstrated clinical, diagnostic and technical skills commensurate with functioning as an independent Neonatology Consultant including experience in neonatal neuro‑developmental follow up. High level interpersonal and communication skills and demonstrated ability to lead and work within a multidisciplinary team environment. Demonstrated participation in and commitment to undergraduate, postgraduate, interdisciplinary teaching and education, including research, quality improvement, patient safety and risk management. Preparedness to participate in any on‑call service, including on‑call rosters already existing or established. Evidence of either certification or level expertise to independently perform clinician performed ultrasound of heart and brain in neonates Need more information? The requirements of the position can be viewed via the Position Description. For assistance with your application please refer to the eCredential guide. To view the Scope of Clinical Practice for this position click here. For role related queries or questions contact Dr Eveline Staub on or email. This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements is outlined in the NSW Health OASV Policy (Page 11). You will be required to complete the OASV Undertaking/ Declaration Form and TB Assessment Tool during the recruitment process. Please upload this with your application along with any other vaccination evidence that you may have. Applications Close: 23 December 2025 Please Note: NSW Health does not require or accept the ‘Fit2Work badge’ offered as an option in eCredential. #J-18808-Ljbffr