Employment Type: Permanent Part and Full Time Opportunities
Position Classification: Scientific Off
Remuneration: 76378.47 - 108941.55 full time equivalent base salary range (excludes super, leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week: up to 38
Requisition ID: REQ647916
Location: Westmead
Applications Close: Midnight on 20 March 2026
At the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network, every role helps children and young people live their healthiest lives.
As the largest paediatric health service in Australia, we care for thousands of children each year, in hospital and at home. Our people are united by compassion, collaboration and excellence in care.
What you'll be doingA Sleep Scientist is responsible for the provision of high quality patient care. They are expected to possess knowledge in the procedures,methodology and theory pertaining to sleep study testing and take responsibility for routine diagnostic and treatment (including CPAP and non-invasive ventilation) procedures performed.
Eligible employees may access:
* Salary packaging and meal entertainment benefits
* Accrued Day Off (ADO) for full time staff
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* Fitness Passport
* Flexible Work Opportunities
How to Apply:
Click 'Apply Online' and submit your application including:
* A resume (maximum 5 pages) outlining your experience
* Responses to the questions below:
* Degree in a Science related discipline or such qualifications as the employer deems equivalent (e.g.Engineering, Life sciences etc.)
* Previous or current hospital experience working within the field of Sleep Medicine in a Paediatric setting
* Clear understanding of AASM scoring guidelines, ability to follow centre specific scoring guidelines with extensive experience in scoring/analysis of sleep studies
* Experience working as a Sleep Technician performing sleep study setup, computerised sleep monitoring using the Compumedics and Nox systems, and PAP titration of patients overnight
* Experience with initiation and management of patients on CPAP and non-invasive ventilation therapy within the home setting
* Excellent communication, time management and organisational skills
* Proven ability to work independently and with other team members and as part of a multidisciplinary team
Child Safe Standards:
SCHN is committed to maintaining a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, in line with NSW Health's commitment to the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Additional Information:
SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity, recognising that a diverse workforce strengthens our culture and enhances the care we provide to children, young people and their families.
Permanent NSW Health roles require Australian citizenship or permanent residency. Temporary visa holders may be considered where no suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident is identified.
NSW Health vaccination and screening requirements must be met prior to commencement.
This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children's Guardian.
Where required, overseas qualifications must be formally assessed by the Department of Education or relevant authority for recognition in Australia.
An Eligibility List may be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
3) Learn more about The Sydney Children's Hospitals Network
4) Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families. For application support, visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application, or contact the SCHN's Aboriginal Workforce Consultant at
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