- Up to $550k pa.
- Highest relocation allowance in Australia.
- Permanent residency support.
Canberra is Australia's national capital city. A unique planned city, it offers a high quality of life with clean air, lots of green spaces, lakes and excellent healthcare and education. It's a major seat of government and a research centre - home to top universities like the ANU. Canberra also boasts a vibrant cultural scene: it has the National Gallery of Australia (pictured) for example, has museums, festivals, with easy access to outdoor adventures, making it ideal for a balanced and fulfilling lifestyle for singles, couples and families alike. The airport in Canberra is one of the busiest in the country with many connections to the rest of the country - a 1hr flight to Sydney, for example.
About the job:
Consultant Paediatrician - Child Protection
Canberra Hospital is seeking an enthusiastic Consultant Paediatric Endocrinologist to join its vibrant team at the Centenary Hospital for Women and Children. This is an exciting opportunity to provide high-quality care for children and young people with endocrine conditions and diabetes in a modern, state-of-the-art facility. The successful candidate will work alongside a supportive MDT, with a focus on delivering compassionate, family-centred care through a partnership model that emphasizes shared decision-making and respect for patients and their families.
At Canberra Hospital's Paediatric Department, nestled within the Centenary Hospital for Women, Youth and Children, they care for up to 48 inpatients. The department has an active medical and surgical day stay unit, a clinical investigation unit, and a busy outpatient department that's continually growing.
They have a tertiary accredited Level 6 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. The hospital provides specialised paediatric care in areas such as Paediatric Respiratory Medicine, Paediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes, and Paediatric Surgery.
Multidisciplinary Collaboration
The Outpatient Department has a range of multidisciplinary clinics, supported by dedicated staff consultants as well as visiting specialists from leading paediatric tertiary hospitals in Sydney. This collaborative environment ensures patients receive the most comprehensive care available.
Dedicated Child Protection Services
There is a dedicated team of Child Protection Paediatricians working in MDTs. The MDT collaborates across the Enhanced Child Health Service to support the physical, emotional, and social development of children and young people. Working with Nursing, Medical, and Allied Health professionals, as well as external agencies and health care professionals, you will deliver comprehensive care and interventions for children and young people who have experienced trauma, abuse, or complex health needs. Referrals come from ACT and NSW child protection services, police, the NSW Southern Tablelands Network for Violence Abuse and Neglect, and other health professionals within Canberra Health Service. The team provides essential forensic and medical assessments, including urgent care, for those who have experienced or are suspected of experiencing physical abuse, sexual abuse, or neglect.
The department has a FRACP training program with a paediatric fellow, 10 registrars, 6 SRMO positions, and 5 PGY2 positions. Many participate in the Sydney Child Health Program (SCHP) as they prepare for RACP or Royal Australasian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) training. They have a active junior doctor teaching program which nurtures high-quality paediatric trainees They encourage involvement in departmental teaching and support research initiatives.
Academic affiliation
If successful you may be considered for a conjoint appointment with the Australian National University at an academic level.
Your Role and Responsibilities
As Consultant you'll collaborate closely with your paediatrician colleagues and report to the Unit Director of Paediatrics and the Clinical Director of the Women, Youth and Children Division. You'll also work alongside the Child Protection team with dedicated FTE and on-call allocations.
Key Duties
- Manage inpatients and outpatients referred to the General Paediatric Service, promoting high-quality, customer-focused care.
- Participate in the on-call roster and provide support for acute paediatric inpatients.
- Lead clinical governance initiatives by practicing evidence-based medicine, participating in audits and reviews, and contributing to policy development.
- Work collaboratively as a member of the Child Protection medical team, and collaborate with Nursing, Medical, and Allied Health professionals across Enhanced Health Services. You will also work with external agencies and health care professionals to facilitate comprehensive care and interventions for children and young people with a background of trauma, abuse, and complex health needs.
- Write medical reports, participate in multidisciplinary assessments, and engage in team meetings to ensure safe, holistic care.
- Contribute to the education of medical students, junior staff, and trainees, and support research related to paediatrics.
- Undertake other relevant duties that contribute to high-quality, person- and family-centered patient care.
- Foster a respectful and inclusive environment that values all team members and optimises patient outcomes.
Selection criteria
- Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians subspecialty paediatrics, or equivalent specialist qualifications completed in NZ, Ireland, UK, USA or Canada
- General Paediatric experience.
- Competency in managing abuse, neglect, and assault cases is desirable.
- A solid understanding of quality and safety principles to deliver exceptional care.
- Flexibility to accommodate change and provide responsive services to meet needs.
- Willingness to participate in the on-call roster.
- Hold a current driver’s license.
If trained outside of Australia and you are successful in this application, we will provide a free, friendly and comprehensive partnership to assist you through the RACP assessment process, medical registration and the visa application process.
For more information please call Alasdair Spinner on +44 7414531583 or email alasdair@spinnermedical.com