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Employment Type: Temporary Part Time - 26 weeks August 2026 - January 2027*
Position Classification: Staff Specialist
Remuneration: $278,355 to $376,068 per annum full time equivalent depending on experience
Hours Per Week: 32hrs per week
Requisition ID: REQ654690
*This vacancy is in part for parental leave relief and other department leave relief, for an initial period of up to 26 weeks for 32hrs per week. The hours and period of employment may change according to the leave requirements. There is also the possibility of an extension at same / reduced hours.
Remuneration as a Senior Specialist will be considered and is subject to CE Approval.
We welcome trainees who will attain Fellowship within the Clinical Year to apply and will be considered
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About the role
Tweed Valley Hospital is seeking a Specialist General Paediatrician to provide contemporary comprehensive specialist General Paediatric services for optimal patient outcomes at the Network Hospitals including, Inpatient Services, Outpatient Clinics, Hospital in the Home and Consultancy where applicable for optimal patient outcomes delivering a healthy community through quality care. The successful applicant will also provide clinical leadership, participate in quality improvement activities and provide training and education to clinicians across multiple disciplines to achieve quality education and safe clinical practice.
About Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSWLHD)
We are a healthcare community, caring for the people of the Northern Rivers. We understand that high quality healthcare and quality of life go hand in hand. Our hospitals, and our community health and multipurpose services are a well-balanced modern network truly connecting the communities we serve across the Tweed, Richmond, and Clarence Valleys.
If you care about high quality healthcare and quality of life, we encourage you to join us.
You care. We care. Learn more about NNSWLHD here.
Where you'll be working
Tweed Valley Hospital is a major referral and teaching hospital located in the heart of the Tweed-Byron region, providing a wide range of inpatient, day only and outpatient services in a brand new, state-of-the-art facility.
The Tweed Valley is a subtropical oasis encompassing the rugged terrain of Wollumbin National Park, arty riverside villages, historic coastal towns and the gateway to the Gold Coast. The Ballina and Byron Shires include some of Australia's most famous surf breaks and holiday destinations, while the hinterland is rich with vibrant communities and mouth-watering local produce.
Whether you're looking for a relaxing tree-change, a family destination or an adventure, there's something to suit every lifestyle.
Visit Northern NSW Local Health District for more information on living and working in this area.
Relocating to the region?
The Welcome Experience in the Northern Rivers connects you and your family with local people and local resources to help you settle in and feel at home in your new community faster.
Learn more at www.nsw.gov.au/welcomexperience
Join our team and you'll enjoy:
* Salary Packaging and novated leasing - increase your take-home pay
* Fitness discounts – focus on your health and wellbeing
* Growth – access to professional and personal development
* Team culture – work in a collaborative, flexible and supportive team environment
* Opportunities to start or build a career, or re-enter the workforce
As a Staff Specialist you may benefit from potential tax savings by salary packaging living expenses, vehicle leasing, meal entertainment and relocation costs.
NNNSWLHD embraces the diverse skills and perspectives that our people bring to the workplace. We foster inclusiveness and diversity to help us deliver quality care to our community.
NNSWLHD is committed to reconciliation and strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply for this position. All applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people will be viewed most favourably.
For help with your application to this role visit Stepping Up, our line recruitment resource for Aboriginal people.
To apply for this position, you must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident, or be able to independently, legally live and work in Australia. For more information, please see www.homeaffairs.gov.au
* Eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia as a Specialist General Paediatrician, and/or specialist international medical graduate pathways.
* Demonstrated recent clinical experience in General Paediatrics and Neonatal Medicine at the role delineation of the service.
* Demonstrated recent clinical experience with Child and Adolescent medicine as well as children with complex care requirements.
* Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and provide leadership of a team.
* Demonstrated effective clinical communication through the use of information technology and written, verbal and interpersonal skills.
* Demonstrated commitment to teaching, continuing education, research and quality improvement.
* Valid unrestricted drivers licence for use in NSW/Australia and willingness to travel in the course of employment and availability to participate in an on-call roster and to respond on site within a reasonable time frame.
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For role related queries or questions contact Dr Andrew Hutchinson, Head of Department at Email: Andrew:
Applications Close: 11 June 2026
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