Sydney Children's Hospitals Network (SCHN) 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 here: https://www.schn.health.nsw.gov.au/
Employment Type: Temporary
Remuneration: Public Hospital Medical Officers (Award) (Registrar Year 1 - Year 4)
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: CAM30176
Haematology (Laboratory) Advanced Trainee positions at The Children's Hospital at Westmead, within The Sydney Children's Hospitals Network, is available for the 2027 Clinical Year, from 01 February 2027 to 06 February 2028.
The Advanced Trainee will be required to:
1. Develop proficiency in all aspects of laboratory haematology.
2. Liaise with scientific staff, participate in the interpretation of laboratory investigations with clinical follow up where indicated and the development of protocols for rational investigation of patients.
3. Provide laboratory haematology and transfusion advice to medical staff; report blood film morphology; perform and report bone marrows; report CSF and other body fluid cytospins; attend Haematology ward rounds.
4. Provide effective service to paediatric haematology patients under the supervision of the Consultant Haematologists with increasing autonomy, while developing expertise in medical practice, in a complex clinical environment.
5. Assist in ensuring that the haematology service provided to patients and their families in New South Wales and beyond is of the highest quality, sustainable flexible and transparent.
Please refer to the position description and contact person for further information about the position.
Selection Criteria:
- MBBS or equivalent, currently registered or eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia in an appropriate registration category.
- Registered (or registerable) with the Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia as an Advanced Trainee or equivalent; and/or registered with the Royal Australasian College of Physicians.
- Minimum of 48 months hospital based training. Previous experience in Paediatrics and/or Haematology preferred.
- Excellent communication skills and demonstrated ability to liaise effectively with other health professionals.
- Ongoing commitment to further education and professional development and demonstrated ability to teach, and willingness to participate in, the teaching of Medical Students, Junior Medical Staff and other clinical staff.
- Understanding of research methodology or research experience and a willingness to undertake research proposal.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently within a supervised complex clinical environment utilising excellent clinical skills, judgment and expertise and demonstrated teamwork, time management and problem solving skills as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Your application must include a current resume and responses to the application questions and criteria in the online application form. Please ensure you upload your CV to the specific application submission (not just your general profile), complete and submit your application prior to the closing date. Interviews will be conducted virtually via videoconference. Some positions are dependent on external funding and will only be appointed once funding is confirmed. Please note that recruitment agency applications are unable to be accepted.
SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity, recognising that a diverse workforce strengthens our culture and enhances the care we provide to children, young people and their families.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families. For application support, visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up, to assist in preparing your application, or contact SCHN’s Aboriginal Workforce Consultant at [email protected].
NSW Health vaccination and screening requirements must be met prior to commencement
This position requires a NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian.
SCHN is committed to maintaining a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, in line with NSW Health’s commitment to the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
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3) For role related queries, please contact Dr Tatjana Kilo on [email protected]
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Applications Close: 04, August 2026
