Role SummaryLocation:SunshineEmployment Type:Full-Time/Part-Time or Job Share, Fixed Term (2027 clinical year)Salary:Classification HM25-30 + Superannuation + Salary PackagingAbout the role This is a new and exciting opportunity for a fellow in Paediatric Emergency Medicine (PEM) to join our team. This role would suit an advanced trainee in PEM through RACP or ACEM pathways. It would also be suitable for ACEM TS3 / TS4 advanced trainees. The appointed fellow will work on the consultant roster with senior support available. There would be weekly non‐clinical time allocated for departmental education and administrative roles and the pursuit of individual educational activities such as: airway management, paediatric specialist clinic time or neonatal experience. There is significant opportunity for contribution to research with established links. This role has been created to allow adequate clinical exposure with support as a senior decision maker in Paediatric ED whilst also having time to enhance learning in the breadth of the consultant role.Notable features of the department and position include17 paediatric emergency specialists on staffPEM specialist cover 7 days/week onsite 0800‐2330 and on‐callTeaching and supervision of registrars, residents and interns is a key part of the roleMulti‐modal teaching provided in person and via video‐linksCultural & economic diversity of Melbourne's western suburbsEducational opportunitiesWeekly teaching program –blended methods with on site and virtual sessionsshared radiology meeting with paediatric teamshared education with RCH/Monash/Northern/Austin PEM teamsWeekly in‐situ simulationQuarterly PLS course with opportunities to teachPoint of Care Ultrasound (POCUS) educationResearch program with links to PREDICTClose connections with www.dontforgetthebubbles.com with opportunities to publish and contribute to the FOAMed communityKey responsibilitiesPerform unit duties as delegated by the Unit Head or Receiving Consultant in accordance with Western Health policies and procedures and relevant legislationEnsure notification to the appropriate consultant of patients referred to the Department, and provision of initial assessment of referred patientsEnsure quality patient care via clinical assessment, admissions and development of management plansProvide supervision for the clinical activities of the junior medical staff on the unit, according to the level of experience of the individualFacilitate effective clinical handovers within the Paediatric ED and to external units and providersEnsure own health and well‐being and seek assistance if impairment in physical or mental health is impacting on job performanceAbout you Essential requirements:Medical practitioner registration with AHPRAAbility to work as part of a teamCommitment to professional developmentTrainee Level – required experience:Paediatric ED experience as a registrar for at least 6 monthsAdvanced training in PEM (passed RACP exams or ACEM primary exam)APLS course6 months of neonatology (desirable)PICU or ICU experience (desirable)Retrieval experience (desirable)Closing date:11:59pm on 1 June 2026.Enquiries:For further information about this role, contact Bindu Bali via Bindu.Bali@wh.org.au .Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).Western Health is committed to the psychosocial safety of all applicants and employees.Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.Western Health acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land and pays our respects to Elders past, present and emerging. We celebrate, value and include people of all backgrounds, genders, sexualities, cultures, bodies and abilities.#J-18808-Ljbffr