Join to apply for the Registrar Paediatrics Advanced Trainee role at WA Country Health Service
Applications close Friday 28/11/2025 at 4:00 pm WST
Position Profile
Kalgoorlie Regional Hospital, The Rural Clinical School and WACHS (Goldfields) offer a unique training position for an Advanced Trainee in Paediatrics. The position is based in Kalgoorlie and includes acute, emergency, neonatal high dependency care and outpatient paediatrics experience. 50% allocation of time to teaching, research, academic and remote work. Opportunity to participate in remote area clinics.
Good communication skills and experience working with Aboriginal families would be beneficial. Suitable for someone passionate about Aboriginal and rural health, and planning a career in rural and remote paediatrics.
Responsibilities
* 24x7 roster sharing with other junior doctors as first on call, supported by consultant second on call, including some weekend covers.
* Inpatient cover for paediatric ward, maternity and SCN. Review of ED paediatric patients as required and admitting them.
* Outpatient clinic, remote clinic attendance including Griffith's clinic.
* Attend multidisciplinary team meetings fortnightly, ward review meetings and M&M meetings.
* Teaching of junior staff, hospital RMOs and medical students.
Qualifications – Essential
* Eligible for registration by the Medical Board of Australia.
* Enrolled in Paediatrics Training Program, Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP) or equivalent programmes and demonstrates satisfactory progression appropriate for an advanced trainee.
* Demonstrated current clinical experience in paediatrics and management of acutely unwell children and neonates.
* Demonstrated organisational and time management skills, with highly developed communication, interpersonal, negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
* Commitment to undergraduate and postgraduate medical teaching of resident, nursing staff and medical students.
* Demonstrated commitment to clinical governance (Patient Safety and Quality), quality assurance, continuous improvement, and clinical research in paediatrics and adolescent health.
* Demonstrated understanding and knowledge of the Aboriginal Cultural Respect Framework.
* Current C class driver's licence and willingness to travel including overnight stays.
* Experienced or interested in rural paediatric practice.
Qualifications – Desirable
* Possession of current Advanced Life Support, Advanced Paediatric Life Support or Emergency Management of Severe Trauma certificates.
* Demonstrated ability to monitor and review own effectiveness.
* Experience working with clients from a variety of cultural / ethnic backgrounds.
Salary
* Registrar Year 1-7 $152,756 to $203,909 p.a. pro rata* includes base salary $125,010 to $170,682 pa, professional development allowance $10,969 pa and 12% employer contributed superannuation.
* Senior Registrar Year 1-2, $223,525 to $233,666 p.a. pro rata* includes base salary $183,317 to $192,371, professional development allowance $16,259 and 12% employer contributed superannuation, pa pro rata.
*Salary effective as of 03/09/2025.
Employee Benefits
* 12% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice.
* Access to generous salary packaging arrangements.
* Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance.
* Flexible working arrangements.
* Flexible leave arrangements.
* Other professional and location-based allowances.
* Explore endless unique and extraordinary sights in one of the most diverse states in the world.
* Make a difference and become an important member of the local community.
Further Job-Related Information
Applicants are invited to contact via email for further information. Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies are not accepted.
Application Instructions
Applicants must apply through MedCareersWA. Emailed applications will not be accepted. Applicants must have a current, valid email address for communication. Applicants must provide the following documentation:
* Cover Letter (optional one page).
* A curriculum vitae summarising experience and how can meet position requirements.
* Two nominated referees as supervisor or manager.
* A written statement addressing the selection criteria.
Please note applicants may not need to attend selection interviews.
Other Conditions
* This position is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check.
* Applicants must undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking. Referees may comment on applicant's integrity and ethical behaviour.
* WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility.
* Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA) required. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn.
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00 pm on Friday 28/11/2025 AWST will not be accepted. Late or email applications will not be considered.
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