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Fellow General Paediatrics
Ispwich
We are seeking final-year advanced trainees in General Paediatrics who are intending to pursue a career in hospital-based general paediatrics! This position will join a team of Senior Medical Officers, registrars and principal house officers involved in caring for children in an inpatient and ambulatory care setting. The role will assist in the daily operation of the clinical unit and undertake higher level responsibilities with support from senior medical officers in order to transition to consultant practice.
Temporary Full-time opportunity for up to 12 months – commencing February 2027!
Job details
| Position status | Contract |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Medical |
| Classification | Var. |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane - West,Ipswich region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/WM685558_06 |
| Closing date | 26-Jun-2026 |
| Job duration | 12 Months |
| Contact person | John Waugh |
| Contact details | 3413 7030 Access the National Relay Service |
About West Moreton Health
West Moreton Health is one of Queensland's most diverse and rapidly evolving health services, delivering health care to over 300,000 people across Ipswich, Boonah, Gatton, Laidley, and Esk.
We provide preventative and primary healthcare services, ambulatory services, acute care, sub-acute care, oral health, mental health and other specialised services, including prison and youth detention health services, and alcohol and other drugs services to the region.
At West Moreton Health, our employees apply our shared values to every aspect of their work. This helps make sure our workplaces are effective, inclusive and empower our employees to reach our goals.
As a Child Safe Organisation, at West Moreton Health:
- We prioritise children and young people being seen, heard, and safe in every interaction.
- We create inclusive environments where the voices and needs of children and young people are valued and respected.
- We believe safeguarding is shared responsibility, upheld by every member of our organisation.
Come and join a connected team of over 6,000 professionals delivering compassionate, community-based care across the West Moreton region.
What it's like to work with us | West Moreton Health
What we're looking for
Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following:
- Respect – demonstrates sound interpersonal skills, manages conflict appropriately, communicates effectively and balances the needs of all stakeholders with upmost respect to all people at all times.
- Teamwork – collaborates effectively, develops talent, values differences and builds effective teams to bring about the best use of resources to deliver healthcare services.
- Compassion – is focussed on the needs of patients and their families, demonstrates self-awareness, deals with or manages ambiguity and complexity, demonstrates resilience in the delivery of patient services.
- Integrity – demonstrates sound decision making, ensures accountability, demonstrates courage in the face of adversity and works effectively to ensure work output and decisions are ethical and of a high standard.
Mandatory Requirements
- Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16
- Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and registration or membership with the appropriate registration authority or association within Australia. Certified copies of the required information must be provided to the appropriate supervisor/manager, prior to the commencement of clinical duties.
- FRACGP and/or FACRRM and/or FARGP or specialist registration with the Medical Board of Australia (L10)
Why choose us
- Purposeful work that makes a meaningful impact in one of Queensland's fastest-growing regions.
- Professional development including mentorship, paid study leave, simulation training and research opportunities.
- Career pathways with support to step into senior roles and leadership.
- Wellbeing supports including peer networks, flexible work options, EAP and dedicated mental health programs.
- Competitive benefits including salary packaging and up to 12.75% super.
To apply
For further information regarding this role, please download and read the attached Role Description,#EveryoneIsALeader Framework and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume, including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role.
Applications to remain current for a period of 12 months and may be used to fill a similar vacancy.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Documents
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