NNSWLHD Staff Specialist General Paediatrician - Child Protection Lead (Temporary Part Time) - [...]

NSW Health; Lismore City Council; On-site; AUD 262,000 - 324,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent health service provider is seeking a Temporary Part-Time Staff Specialist in Lismore. The role involves delivering comprehensive specialist Paediatric services, including clinical leadership and training for optimal patient care. Ideal candidates should have expertise in child and adolescent medicine and be eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia. This position offers a flexible work environment with opportunities for professional development and is focused on quality patient outcomes.

Benefits

Diverse career pathways

Professional development support

Flexible work environment

Qualifications

• Demonstrated recent clinical experience in General Paediatrics and Neonatal Medicine.
• Valid unrestricted driver's license for use in NSW/Australia.

Responsibilities

• Provide contemporary comprehensive specialist General Paediatric services.
• Take a lead role in child and adolescent medicine.

Skills

Clinical communication

Leadership within multidisciplinary teams

Child and adolescent medicine expertise

Education

Eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia as a Specialist General Paediatrician

Job description

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Temporary Part-Time Staff Specialist

Work Life Balance is not a dream but a reality!

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time (Maternity Leave Relief to May 2026)

Position Classification: Staff Specialist

Remuneration: Staff Specialist - $262,376 - $323,777 per annum full time equivalent depending on experience

Hours Per Week: Up to 32 hours per week

Requisition ID: REQ623221

This vacancy is maternity leave relief for an initial period ending in May 2026, for up to 32 hours per week; the hours and period of employment may change according to the maternity leave requirements. There is also the possibility of an extension at same / reduced hours.

Remuneration as a Senior Specialist will be considered and is subject to CE Approval

What you’ll be doing

Provide contemporary comprehensive specialist General Paediatric services for optimal patient outcomes at The Network Hospitals including inpatient services, outpatient clinics, Hospital in the Home and consultancy where applicable for optimal patient outcomes delivering a healthy community through quality care.

Take a lead role in child and adolescent medicine including: eating disorders, childhood obesity, childhood and adolescent mental health, as well as children with complex care requirements.

Take a lead role with local child protection issues this would include being available for “non-acute” child protection examinations.

Provide clinical leadership, participate in quality improvement activities and provide training and education to clinicians across multiple disciplines to achieve quality education and safe clinical practice.

Why you should consider applying

We can offer you:

• Diverse career pathways
• Professional and personal development
• Help with further study and education
• Flexible and supportive work environment
• Opportunities to start or build a career, or re-enter the workforce
• Challenging, inspiring and rewarding roles, and
• The opportunity to make a difference!

As a Staff Specialist you may benefit from potential tax savings by salary packaging living expenses, vehicle leasing, meal entertainment and relocation costs.

Where you'll be working

Lismore Base Hospital is a regional referral, Level 5 base hospital providing a wide range of health services to residents in Northern NSW.

Lismore and other NNSWLHD Hospitals and facilities are located in an area also known as the Rainbow Region, this area is blessed with stunning waterfalls, fertile farming land, artistic villages and relaxed seaside communities. Close to the Ballina & Byron Shires which include some of Australia’s most famous surf breaks and holiday destinations, while the hinterland is rich with vibrant communities and mouth‑watering local produce. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing tree‑change, a family destination or an adventure, the Richmond Region has something to suit every lifestyle. Our staff live and work in some of Australia’s most sought‑after destinations, where work/life balance is not a buzzword, it’s a reality!

For more information on our hospitals please visit Northern NSW Local Health District - Hospitals

Northern NSW Local Health District embraces the diverse skills and perspectives that our people bring to the workplace. We foster inclusiveness and diversity to help us deliver quality care to our community.

NNSWLHD is committed to reconciliation and strongly encourages Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people to apply for this position. All applications from Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people will be viewed most favourably. For help with your application to this role visit NSW Government – Stepping Up, our online recruitment resource for Aboriginal people.

Please note, to apply for this position you must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident, or be able to independently, legally live and work in Australia. For more information, please see Australian Government – Department of Home Affairs

A current valid NSW Working with Children Check is a requirement of this position. Visit NSW Government – Office of the Children’s Guardian for more information.

Requirements & Eligibility

• Eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia as a Specialist General Paediatrician, and/or overseas trained specialist pathways.
• Demonstrated recent clinical experience in General Paediatrics and Neonatal Medicine at the role delineation of the service.
• 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.
• Demonstrated recent clinical experience with child and adolescent medicine including eating disorders, childhood obesity, childhood & adolescent mental health, as well as children with complex care requirements.
• Demonstrated recent clinical experience with child protection issues and evidence of completion of relevant training.
• Valid unrestricted drivers licence for use in NSW/Australia and willingness to travel in the course of employment and availability to participate in an on‑call roster and to respond on site within a reasonable time.

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For role related queries or questions contact Dr Helen Kasby, Head of Department Paediatrics at Email: [e-mail]

Applications Close: 19 December 2025

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Enquiries about this position from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. Candidates interested in this position must make their own enquiries and submit their own application.