Staff Specialist in Paediatric Palliative Medicine, John Hunter Children'sHospital at Hunter New England Local Health District

Position Staff Specialist in Paediatric Palliative Medicine, John Hunter Children'sHospital
Posted 29 May 2026
Expired 28 Jun 2026
Company Hunter New England Local Health District
Location Australia | AU
Job Type Full Time

Job Description:

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Staff Specialist in Paediatric Palliative Medicine

Location: John Hunter Children’s Hospital, Newcastle, NSW (Permanent full time 1.0 FTE)

We’re looking for a compassionate and collaborative specialist to join our Paediatric Palliative Care Service (PPCS) at John Hunter Children’s Hospital. This is a unique opportunity to provide holistic, family‑centred care to children across the Hunter New England region and the Child Health Network – Northern.

You’ll be part of a small, dedicated team making a big impact – supporting children and families and helping shape the future of paediatric palliative care in NSW.

What You’ll Do
  • Provide specialist paediatric palliative care across inpatient, outpatient and community settings
  • Participate in after hours support and statewide on‑call advisory services
  • Collaborate with internal and external healthcare teams to ensure coordinated care
  • Contribute to education and training for medical students, junior doctors, nursing and allied health staff
  • Engage in research, quality improvement and service development initiatives
What We’re Looking For
  • Fellowship of the RACP and Australasian Chapter of Palliative Medicine (or equivalent)
  • Current specialist registration with AHPRA
  • Demonstrated experience in interdisciplinary teamwork and compassionate care delivery
  • Strong communication, leadership and teaching skills
Why you’ll love working with us
  • Be part of a highly respected children's hospital and a supportive, values‑driven team
  • Contribute to a service that truly matters
  • Access to Fitness Passport, salary packaging and employee assistance programs
  • Career growth, collaborative projects and multidisciplinary support

Location: Newcastle. Newcastle offers a vibrant coastal lifestyle with beaches, a thriving food and arts scene, and easy access to the Hunter Valley and Lake Macquarie – a blend of work and life.

Need more information? For role related enquiries, contact Dr Frank Alvaro – Director of Medical Services CYPFS (Ph: , E: ).

For application enquiries contact Sally Jordan – Senior Medical Recruitment Consultant (Ph: , E: ).

Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) is dedicated to fostering a child‑safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise safety, welfare, and well‑being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases – this is a Category A position. Please read and understand NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

JHCH respects and appreciates cultural diversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

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Job Info:

  • Company: Hunter New England Local Health District
  • Position: Staff Specialist in Paediatric Palliative Medicine, John Hunter Children'sHospital
  • Work Location: Australia
  • Country: AU

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