* Multiple positions available with flexible contract options
* Exciting time to join as a $250 million redevelopment of the hospital is in progress
* Live and work in one of Australia’s most vibrant cosmopolitan centres
Where you’ll be working
You will be working at a major public hospital in NSW providing a range of services including emergency medicine, critical care, general medicine, surgery, paediatric medicine, oncology, obstetrics, respiratory medicine, renal dialysis, Hospital in the Home and rehabilitation. The hospital supports approximately 19,500 emergency presentations, 2,500 operations and 600 births each year. This is a 119‑bed facility that is currently undergoing a $250 million redevelopment plan including a brand new state‑of‑the‑art clinical services building containing a new emergency department and new operating theatres.
The Paediatric Department currently includes 10 inpatient beds, 4 day‑surgery beds in the paediatric ward and 4 Special Care Nursery beds. As a Consultant Paediatrician you will provide comprehensive specialist services and contribute to the overall clinical excellence of the department. You will practise patient‑centred evidence‑based care in a collaborative environment supported by staff specialists, registrars, junior doctors and a dedicated team of midwives and paediatric nurses. You will have the opportunity to undertake the training and supervision of junior medical staff as well as opportunities for your own continued professional development.
Where you’ll be living
You will be living in a major regional city in the north‑western region of New South Wales commonly known as the food bowl of Australia. This location is completely surrounded by orchards and vineyards offering endless scenic look‑outs and a rich food and wine culture. The multicultural communities here enjoy easy access to iconic natural landmarks like Hermits Cave and Cocoparra National Park, a Mediterranean‑like climate year‑round community festivals and a more laid‑back lifestyle. Here you will benefit from a lower cost of living, a more affordable housing market and excellent schooling opportunities. Sydney is a 6‑hour drive away and a regional airport nearby offers daily flights to all major Australian cities.
Salary information
Consultant Paediatricians can expect a competitive salary in line with the NSW Award plus a range of benefits and allowances.
Requirements
Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of Physicians (FRACP).
About us
Elective Recruitment is a person‑centred recruitment consultancy. Your career progression is just as important to us as your well‑being and work‑life balance. We are not just another recruitment company; we do things our way and we consult. We have a very clear vision: create great careers, better lifestyles and add value – and we won’t stop until this is achieved.
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