Job Title: Senior Specialist in Child Development
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Specialist in Child Development to join our team. As a key member of our multidisciplinary service, you will play a vital role in providing specialist developmental paediatric expertise to children and families across North Western Queensland.
The successful candidate will have a strong background in developmental paediatrics, with a proven ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and community partners to deliver culturally responsive, family-centred care. You will also be an excellent communicator and team player, with the ability to build strong relationships with colleagues, clients and stakeholders.
About the Role:
* Provide specialist developmental paediatric assessment and management for children with neurodevelopmental and behavioural needs.
* Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and community partners to deliver culturally responsive, family-centred care.
* Contribute to service improvement, teaching and clinical governance within the service.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and implement individualised treatment plans that meet the unique needs of each child and their family.
* Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive and coordinated care.
* Participate in education and training activities to improve knowledge and skills in developmental paediatrics.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary package based on full-time equivalent value up to $597,185 p.a.
* Base salary ranges between $216,643 and $274,678 p.a. (L18–L27) (Paid pro-rata for engagement period or part-time employee)
* 5 weeks annual recreational leave accumulation with 17.5% loading when taken
* Attraction and retention incentive allowance (Assigned Model)
* Regional and rural attraction allowance of 15% base annual salary
* Professional development allowance and leave of 3.6 weeks p.a.
* Rent-free accommodation will be provided for a period of 17 months as per NWHHS Procedure for Staff Accommodation
* Transfer and appointment expenses (conditions apply)
Requirements:
* Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP) in General Paediatrics and/or Community/Developmental Paediatrics, or an equivalent qualification acceptable to the Royal Australasian College of Physicians.
* C Class Motor Vehicle Licence.
* Pre-employment screening will be conducted for the successful applicant, including Criminal History checks.
* This is a VPD risk role and may require evidence of vaccination or immunity to: Hepatitis A/B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis, and Tuberculosis.
* A period of probation may apply.
About Us:
We are a leading health service provider in North Western Queensland, committed to promoting community wellbeing and providing high-quality, accessible and effective healthcare for all. Our service operates across approximately 300,000 square kilometres, supporting remote communities throughout North Western Queensland and the Gulf of Carpentaria.
Contact Information:
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