SCHN - Staff Specialist Nurogenetics (eCredential)

Sydney Children's Hospitals Network is the largest paediatric health care entity in Australia. We care for thousands of children each year in our hospitals and in their homes — with one purpose in mind — to help young people live their healthiest lives. Learn more about our network:
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Staff Specialist
Hours Per Week: 8
Requisition ID: REQ465200
Applications via eCredentail ONLY!
The Children's Hospital at Westmead's Neurology Department is currently seeking a highly qualified and dedicated Staff Specialist Neurogenetics professional for a permanent 0.2FTE role.
What you'll be doing
This 0.2FTE permanent clinical role will be focused on the diagnosis and medical management of patients from the Neurogenetics service, including neuromuscular patients and patients with neurofibromatosis.
The Staff Specialist will be responsible for:

• The diagnosis and medical management of patients in the Neurogenetics clinic with the expectation of attending 30 clinics per calendar year
• Participation on an on-call Neurogenetics roster (in-hours only) to address acute issues related to Neurogenetics patients
• Pro-rate participation in the General Neurology on-call roster
• Outpatient follow up of Neurogenetics patients seen in the clinic
• Educating and supervising other medical staff involved in Neurogenetics and contributing to multidisciplinary discussion and care planning
• Participate in review and improvement activities, as well as training and education of staff
• Abide by the hospital code of conduct and participate in annual performance reviews for clinical services in accordance with the Staff Specialist (State) Award.

• Eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia as a Specialist in Paediatric Neurology and/or overseas trained specialist pathways.
• Demonstrated recent clinical experience in Paediatric Neurology, Genetics and Neuromuscular or Neurogenetic Medicine (desired).
• Commencement or completion of a higher degree (Masters of PhD) in Neuromuscular or Neurogenetic Medicine (desired).
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and provide leadership of a team.
• Demonstrated effective clinical communication through the use of information technology and written, verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching, continuing education, research and quality improvement.
• Availability to participate in an on-call roster and to respond on site within a reasonable time.

SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including Indigenous Australians, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
As this is a “Category A” position, please refer to the NSW Policy Directive for vaccination requirements.
Applicants must have completed the COVID-19 vaccination course prior to commencement with NSW Health, or provide an approved medical contraindication certificate certifying the worker cannot have any approved COVID-19 vaccines available in NSW.
ASARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) 2 primary doses are required for Category A positions (refer to NSW Policy Directive PD2023_022 Occupational Assessment Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases).
In addition, all Category A workers and new recruits are required to receive one dose of the
seasonal influenza vaccine annually to be considered compliant.
Acceptable proof of vaccination is the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) Immunisation History Statement or AIR COVID-19 Digital Certificate.
This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian. For more information on how to apply for the clearance, please visit the Office of the Children’s Guardian Website
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families that access the services we provide at the Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network. Aboriginal job applicants are encouraged to visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, to assist in preparing your application.
Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
The preferred applicant may be considered for the award of a conjoint academic title (levels A to D) in the Faculty of Medicine and Health at the University of Sydney at a level commensurate with his/her qualifications and experience. The award of the academic title will also confer membership upon the appointee of the University Department of Paediatrics and Child Health. The academic title will be held for the duration of The Children's Hospital at Westmead appointment. No remuneration is attached to the University appointment. The appointee will be responsible to the University for academic matters and to The Children's Hospital at Westmead for clinical matters.
Need more information?
1) Click here for the
2) Find out more about for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Sachin Gupta on sachin.gupta@health.nsw.gov.au
For technical support please contact the customer service team on 1300 679 367 and select option 3.
Applications Close: Wednesday 14th February 2024
APPLY VIA eCredential NOW:
Note: NSW Health does not require or accept the 'fit2work badge' offered as an option in eCredential. Please do not apply or pay for a fit2work badge when applying for this position.
For assistance with eCredential please email