The closing date to submit applications for this recruitment pool has been amended.

A decision has been made to close applications for this recruitment pool. Applications must be submitted prior to 4:00pm 15/04/2024 to be considered.

Position Profile and Role:

Neonatology cares for the sickest newborn babies, infants who are born preterm and babies requiring specialist treatment in their first months of life. Successful applicants will have the skills to manage inpatients, outpatients, and emergency patients under the supervision of Neonatology Specialists. We have Neonatal Units across two sites, the Perinatal Centre - King Edward Memorial Hospital (KEMH); and the surgical centre - Perth Children’s Hospital (PCH). Additionally, we have the Newborn Emergency Transport Service (NETS) WA located at Perth Children’s Hospital.

Relocation Benefits:

International and Interstate applicants with suitable qualifications who are wishing to relocate are encouraged to apply. Sponsorship opportunities with a pathway to permanent residency for eligible applicants are currently available.

We offer generous initiatives to support your move to Western Australia! For further information please visit our Belong Campaign page.

Our FAQ page including eligibility requirements, is available here.

About Neonatology:

The Neonatology Department is composed of several specialized units:

• KEMH Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, situated in Subiaco, stands as the largest tertiary/quaternary perinatal NICU in Australia. Approximately 2,200 babies who are born preterm, need respiratory support or require other intensive treatment are admitted to the King Edward Memorial Hospital (KEMH) NICU each year. The NICU admits approximately 150 neonates born at <28 weeks gestation annually. This unit is at the forefront of managing complex pregnancies across Western Australia, overseen by skilled feto-maternal medicine specialists. Here, an exceptional opportunity for clinical exposure awaits, particularly in the diagnosis and treatment of acute neonatal issues, with a special focus on prematurity. The unit offers valuable experience in delivery room resuscitation, ventilator management for acute respiratory conditions, continuous monitoring, and nutritional support for extremely preterm or critically ill newborns.
• PCH Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, located within the Queen Elizabeth II Medical Centre site in Nedlands, serves as the sole tertiary surgical NICU in Western Australia. This unit presents an excellent chance to engage with the diagnosis and management of a diverse range of neonatal surgical conditions and congenital anomalies. Additionally, the PCH NICU handles the majority of outborn infants requiring neonatal intensive care.
• Newborn Emergency Transport Service (NETS WA), situated at PCH, is intricately involved in the retrieval and transport of ill newborns from both metropolitan and regional areas of Western Australia. Covering the largest geographical area in the world for a single neonatal retrieval service; retrieving by road, helicopter, and fixed wing aircraft. Opportunities also exist for participation in the retrieval and transfer of cardiac patients to children's hospitals in Melbourne and Brisbane.

The CAHS Neonatology Department offers an enriching experience that contributes to the well-being of newborns and young children, while also providing valuable learning and growth for medical professionals.

About CAHS:

CAHS is committed to providing a workplace culture that is driven and shaped by our values of Compassion, Collaboration, Equity, Respect, Excellence and Accountability. During the selection process you may be assessed on your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of this position in accordance with the values.

To find out more about our services please visit our CAHS About Us page

How to Apply:

We welcome your application via the ‘Apply for Job’ button at the bottom of this page. Your application should contain the following:

• Complete the following Application Questions using the document attached (PDF). These questions are associated with the selection criteria of the role, The selection criteria can be found in the Job Description form linked above and should be used as reference when providing your answers. A maximum of 500 words per question.

1. Please state your most recent tertiary Neonatal experience as a Neonatal Resident Medical Officer, Neonatal Registrar or Paediatric Registrar. Please provide dates and locations of the experience. (Essential Criteria 2)
2. Please provide an example of your ability to monitor and review own clinical effectiveness including awareness of own limitations within a Neonatal Intensive Care setting or Paediatric setting.(Essential Criteria 7)
3. Please provide an example of a complex case from your experience in Paediatric medicine or Neonatology where your high-level interpersonal and communication skills played a pivotal role in achieving a positive outcome for both the patient and their family? How did you ensure that family-centred care was effectively integrated into your approach throughout the course of treatment? (Essential Criteria 4 & 6)
4. Please provide examples of how you demonstrate your commitment to professional development, including experience in clinical teaching, auditing, and research. (Essential Criteria 5)

• Attach a copy of your current CV/Resume outlining your most recent and relevant work experience. Within this provide names and email contact details of at least two professional referees one of which is a current/previous supervisor. 

Eligibility:

This position is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at :https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au

Eligibility to Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector. Fixed term and/or casual contracts can be held by individuals on visas that allow working rights within Australia.

Other Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.

Employee Benefits:

Working for WA Health & CAHS gives you access to some of the most sought-after benefits available among Western Australian employers. For more information, please visit our Employee Benefits page.

Information:

For job related enquires pertaining to King Edward Memorial Hospital NICU, we encourage you to contact Steven Resnick, Head of Department Neonatology on phone +61 8 6458 1260 or via email: steven.resnick@health.wa.gov.au

For job related enquires pertaining to Perth Children’s Hospital NICU, we encourage you to contact Rebecca Thomas, Head of Department Neonatology on phone +61 8 6456 2222 or via email: rebecca.thomas4@health.wa.gov.au

Our Values guide our work in every action, and that includes recruitment and employment!  CAHS encourages Aboriginal people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds or LGBTI communities, and people with disability to work with us. Whatever your age, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, and family/carer responsibilities are, we ask that you consider bringing your expertise to our workforce.

In addition, we are committed to growing our Aboriginal workforce as part of WA Health Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.

This is an “open-ended” recruitment pool, and as such the following should be noted:

• The panel will monitor this recruitment pool for applications and will assess on a regular basis.
• Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur.
• Appointments may be made from this pool until 30/04/2025

For Assistance including any adjustment needed to accommodate a disability and confidential enquiries – please email CAHS.MedicalWorkforce@health.wa.gov.au