This is a Provisional Fellow - Paediatric Transplant Surgery role with Sydney Children's Hospitals Network based in Sydney, NSW, AU Sydney Children's Hospitals Network Role Seniority - junior, mid level More about the Provisional Fellow - Paediatric Transplant Surgery role at Sydney Children's Hospitals Network Transplant Surgery* 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 Full Time Position Classification: JMO Provisional Fellow Remuneration: Public Hospital Medical Officers (State) Award; Registrar Year 1 - Year 4 $117745 - $147664 Hours Per Week: 38 Requisition ID: REQ649340 The Paediatric Transplantation Surgery Provisional Fellow position at The Children's Hospital at Westmead (CHW) is available for up to 12 months from 02 August 2027. The position involves a clinical role within the Department of Surgery, as well as a leadership and educational role. It is ideally suited for someone with an interest in paediatric liver and kidney transplants and paediatric hepatobiliary surgery. This position provides an opportunity to develop skills important for a consultant role in the inpatient and outpatient setting, with the support from the Department of Surgery Consultants as needed. The Fellow also works closely with many of the other clinical teams in inpatient and outpatient care both clinically and strategically. The education role includes clinical supervision within the Department of Surgery as well as the hospital wide education program. The Fellow is actively involved in research within the Department as determined by the Department Head. The Fellow continues clinical activities at advanced trainee level, including on-call and supervisory and teaching responsibilities with regards to Surgical Trainees and Residents as a Fellow. The Fellow will be required to attend all transplant operations at the Children’s Hospital as well as being available to assist with solid organ retrieval procedures. Please refer to the position description and contact person for further information. Selection Criteria MBBS or equivalent, currently registered or eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia in an appropriate registration category. Obtained or eligible for RACS Paediatric Surgery Fellowship or recognised international Paediatric Surgery specialist qualification. Demonstrated advanced abilities and commitment in Paediatric Surgery or transplantation surgery. 3-6 months experience in relevant subspecialty or equivalent preferable. 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 contribution to the development of hospital services e.g. participation in Paediatric Junior Staff matters, representation on behalf of the Hospital, participation in Hospital Committees preferable. 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 - we acknowledge the vibrancy that a diverse workforce brings to enhance both our workplace culture and our service delivery to children, young people and their families and carers. We encourage all suitably qualified applicants to apply. If you identify as an Indigenous Australian or as a person with a disability, please contact us if you would like some more information about our recruitment process. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff providing health care to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families that access the services we provide at the Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander job applicants are encouraged to visit the NSW Health Recruitment tool, Stepping Up, to assist in preparing your application. Please refer to the Application Guide and NSW Policy Directive PD2026_004 Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified for vaccination, assessment and screening requirements. This position requires a NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian. For more information on how to apply for the clearance, please visit the Office of the Children's Guardian website. Sydney Children's Hospitals Network upholds the rights of children and young people so that they feel heard, safe, and protected. SCHN is committed to maintaining a child safe culture that upholds the rights of children and young people. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported, and are included in their care. Existing staff of SCHN and those seeking employment are required to prioritise the safety, wellbeing and best interests of children and young people in their care and take action to keep them safe from harm and abuse. Please click here for more information. Need more information? Click here for the Position Description Find out more about applying for this position For role related queries, please contact Dr Aniruddh Deshpande on 61 2 7825 0000 or mailto:aniruddh.deshpande@health.nsw.gov.au For technical support, please contact the Customer Service Team on 1300 679 367 We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families that access the services we provide at the Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network. For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to SCHN’s Aboriginal Workforce Consultant, please contact SCHN-EA-AboriginalHealthDirectorate@health.nsw.gov.au Applications Close: 29, March 2026 Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities Providing clinical care Supervising and teaching Conducting research Key Strengths MBBS or equivalent Excellent communication skills Research methodology understanding Teaching ability Leadership skills Team collaboration A Final Note: This is a role with Sydney Children's Hospitals Network not with Hatch.
