Paediatric Consultant

at  Western Health Australia

An exciting opportunity for a Paediatrican to work within our expanding Pathways to Good Health (PtGH) Service. The paediatrician will work with a multidisciplinary team performing comprehensive health assessments for children in out-of-home care (OOHC). There is a strong collegiate approach from the team that includes psychologists, speech pathologists, occupational therapists, dietitians, social workers, and physiotherapists and there are ample opportunities for peer discussion and reflective practice. We are seeking a Paediatrician to lead the clinical service as well as to deliver clinical assessments. The service will be based at Melton, but will provide assessments in a range of settings across Western Melbourne, including Caroline Springs, Werribee, and Melton. The PtGH program is being funded to address health inequities for vulnerable children in our region who are entering OOHC. The Paediatrician working in this service will need to have experience in assessing complex behaviour and development utilising a trauma-informed approach.
The role is 0.5 FTE (5 x 3.5 hour sessions per week, inclusive of one session per week for clinical leadership). Initial appointment is until 30/06/2027, with anticipated ongoing funding beyond this time. Paediatricians interested in a smaller clinical appointment are welcome to apply.
The Melton region is one of the most rapidly growing municipalities in Melbourne with significant migration in the last few years. It is easily accessible from central Melbourne and plenty of free parking is available.
Flexible commencement date, but we are interested in commencing this role as soon as possible. Newly qualified Paediatricians with suitable experience are welcome to apply.

ABOUT US

Our workforce of over 11,000 employees are driven by our values of ‘Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence and Safety’ (CARES). We value our people and provide them the opportunity to grow and develop. Our teams are friendly and supportive, ensuring we deliver a safe, person-centred and connected patient experience.
Western Health is in a period of rapid growth. Our services comprise of four acute public hospitals: Footscray Hospital, Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s), Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh & Melton Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Day Hospital, Hazeldean, Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care, as well as community health centres in Melton, Caroline Springs and Bacchus Marsh and a range of community-based services. We care for a diverse community of more than 1 million people with complex care needs ranging from Neonates to Geriatrics.

Our employees enjoy a wide range of benefits such as:

• Professional development support
• Career advancement opportunities
• Salary packaging including novated vehicle leasing
• Work-life balance

Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation status clearance (including evidence of COVID 19 vaccination) and (if applicable) a Working with Children’s Check.
Western Health do not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from Recruitment Agencies.

• You will have FRACP-recognised qualifications as a General Paediatrician or Community Paediatrician and hold AHPRA specialist registration
• You will have experience in the assessment and management of complex behavioural and developmental conditions, including autism spectrum disorders. Experience in the multidisciplinary assessment model for children in out-of-home-care is desirable.
• Enthusiasm for new models of care and assessment pathways is highly desirable.
• You will have a strong commitment to client-centred care and encourage consumer participation, shared decision-making and continuity of care
• You will contribute to a positive organisational culture and role model professionalism with respect to respectful collaboration, effective communication, and ethical clinical care within the multidisciplinary team.
• You will actively participate in teaching and supervision of peers, Junior Medical Staff and medical students