Employment Type Fixed Term, Part-Time (0.5 FTE/43 hrs fortnightly)
Salary HM25-HM30 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
About the role This is a new and exciting opportunity for a fellow in Paediatric Emergency Medicine (PEM) to join our team. The appointed fellow will work on the consultant roster with senior support available. There would be weekly non‑clinical time allocated for departmental education, 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. The role has been created to allow adequate clinical exposure with support as a senior decision maker in Paediatric ED while also having time to enhance learning across the breadth of the consultant role.
Notable features of the department and position
17 paediatric emergency specialists on staff
PEM specialist cover 7 days/week onsite 0800‑2330 and on‑call
Teaching and supervision of registrars, residents and interns is a key part of the role
Multi‑modal teaching provided in person and via video‑links
Cultural & economic diversity of Melbourne's western suburbs
Educational opportunities
Weekly teaching program
Blended methods with on‑site and virtual sessions
Shared radiology meeting with paediatric team
Shared education with RCH/Monash/Northern/Austin PEM teams
Weekly in‑situ simulation
Quarterly PLS course with opportunities to teach
Point of Care Ultrasound (POCUS) education
Research program with links to PREDICT
Close connections with www.dontforgetthebubbles.com with opportunities to publish and contribute to the FOAMed community
Key responsibilities
Perform unit duties as delegated by the Unit Head or Receiving Consultant in accordance with Western Health policies and procedures and relevant legislation
Ensure notification to the appropriate consultant of patients referred to the Department, and provision of initial assessment of referred patients
Ensure quality patient care via clinical assessment, admissions and development of management plans
Provide supervision for the clinical activities of the junior medical staff on the unit, according to the level of experience of the individual
Facilitate effective clinical handovers within the Paediatric ED and to external units and providers
Ensure own health and well‑being and seek assistance if impairment in physical or mental health is impacting on job performance
About you
Medical practitioner registration with AHPRA
Ability to work as part of a team
Commitment to professional development
Trainee Level Required experience:
Paediatric ED experience as a registrar for at least 6 months
Advanced training in PEM (passed RACP exams or ACEM primary exam)
APLS course
6 months of neonatology
PICU or ICU experience
Retrieval experience
Compensation and benefits
Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.
Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.
Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.
Learning and development opportunities
Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways.
Professional growth programmes, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.
Mentorship and career support.
Community impact and inclusion
Make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through compassionate care.
Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.
Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.
Organisational culture and environment
Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.
Eligibility and legal 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 does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.
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