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About the Hospital
The Royal Children's Hospital (RCH) aims for "A world where all kids thrive". As a key member of the Melbourne Children's Campus, RCH partners with Murdoch Children's Research Institute, The University of Melbourne Department of Paediatrics, and The Royal Children's Hospital Foundation.
Founded in 1870, RCH has served Victoria's children and young people for over 150 years, offering comprehensive paediatric and adolescent health services, including tertiary and quaternary care for the most critically ill and complex patients across Victoria, Tasmania, southern NSW, and beyond. The hospital employs over 6,000 staff, with a budget of $850M, 12 wards, and 350 beds. Annually, it handles over 300,000 specialist clinic appointments, 90,000 emergency presentations, and 20,000 elective surgeries.
RCH is committed to the Child Safe Standards and fosters a positive, engaging workplace culture. More information is available here.
Position Details
This role involves caring for a full range of paediatric surgical patients, including subspecialties, within a supportive training environment aligned with RACS training standards. The position is open only to current SET trainees.
For the detailed position description, click here.
Why Work at RCH?
RCH offers access to world-class facilities, located near Royal Park and just a tram ride from Melbourne's city centre. Benefits include discounted staff parking, salary packaging, and a comprehensive health and wellbeing program.
The hospital values diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds, members of the LGBTQI community, and people with disabilities.
Employment requirements include annual influenza vaccination for Category A and B roles, in accordance with public health orders, unless medically exempt. Applicants must provide their Immunisation History Statement. Additionally, vaccination against or immunity to other diseases may be required, with exemptions accepted if applicable.
Application Process
Ready to join? Apply online by clicking the "Apply" button. The closing date for applications is 8 August 2025.
Additional Information
* Seniority level: Not Applicable
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Other
* Industry: Hospitals and Health Care
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Location: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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