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 (State) Award
Resident Medical Officer
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: CAM30191
The Paediatric Surgical Senior Resident Medical Officer (SRMO) position is available at the Children’s Hospital at Westmead for the 2027 Clinical Year, from 01 February 2027 to 06 February 2028.
The position provides an excellent stepping stone to higher General Surgical or Paediatric training / responsibilities since it brings together:
- supervised clinical exposure to paediatric and general surgery, urology, trauma and burns.
- clinical teaching in common general paediatric, general surgery, trauma and paediatric surgical conditions,
- scenario based discussions on acute surgical challenges and case simulations led by experienced clinicians,
- opportunities to work in operating theatre environments,
- and/or didactic teaching for RACS primaries or clinical research.
Candidates will work in a large JMO team comprising PGY2, senior Trainees and Fellows in addition to SRMOs. They will have an opportunity to sharpen their skills in bedside procedures, ED assessments and/or surgical assisting depending on the chosen career aims and preferences. The Division of Surgery provides a wide range of services to children, some of whom will not necessarily undergo operative intervention but still require surgical care. Surgical services in which the Residents may participate include paediatric surgery, burns management, thoracic, transplant, colorectal, trauma and urology.
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
- Minimum two years postgraduate experience
- Demonstrated interest in surgical or paediatric training
- Excellent communication skills and demonstrated ability to liaise effectively with other health professionals. Please provide an example
- Demonstrated ability to work in a multidisciplinary team which includes other medical staff, allied health staff, nursing staff and other ward staff to ensure the appropriate management of the patient. Please provide an example
- Demonstrated experience in taking comprehensive patient history, performing clinical examination and accurately documenting treatment in patient's record. Please provide an example
- Demonstrated skills in time management, prioritisation and problem solving
- 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
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 Aniruddh Deshpande on [email protected]
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Applications Close: 04, August 2026
