Provisional Fellow

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
Remuneration: Public Medical Officers (State) Award (Registrar Year 1 – Year 4)
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: CAM28587

Provisional Fellow positions are available at NETS for up to 24 months commencing in the 2027 Clinical Year, from 01 February 2027.

‘NETS', The Newborn & paediatric Emergency Transport Service, is a statewide service of NSW Health; hosted by The Sydney Children's Hospitals Network. It is the only service of its kind in Australia; providing expert clinical advice, clinical co-ordination, emergency treatment and stabilisation and inter-hospital transport for very sick or injured babies and children up to the age of 16 years. NETS operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Our teams travel via road, rotary and fixed wing. Of some 6,785 calls received per year, 3,994 are transported by NETS teams by road or air. Our teams travel via road, rotary and fixed wing

The Provisional Fellow role is a clinical role at NETS, based at the state headquarters at Bankstown Aerodrome. The Provisional Fellow role is suitable for Advanced Trainees in neonatology, paediatric emergency medicine, paediatric intensive care or anaesthesia who wish to learn and gain skill in retrieval medicine. If undertaken for 12 months fulltime, the Provisional Fellow role provides trainees nearing the end of their training an opportunity to develop skills important for a consultant role within the spheres of clinical care, communication, education and quality assurance as well as research with support from the team consultants and other health care professionals.

The Provisional Fellow is responsible for the delivery of the highest quality care to the neonatal and paediatric patient and their family. Referring hospitals expect knowledge, skills and competencies which may exceed those available in the referring hospital. A high level of competency in assessment, treatment and procedural skills (such as cannulation, high level airway skills, chest tube thoracostomy, central line placement) is expected prior to employment. The care that is delivered should be individual and continually reviewed. The Provisional Fellow should be an active clinical resource contributing towards continuing education for themselves and their peers.

Please refer to the position description and contact Dr Mandy Fletcher at [email protected] for further information about the position. Trainees who have completed their FRACP or other specialist training requirements may not be eligible for these positions.

Selection Criteria:

1. MBBS or equivalent, currently registered or eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia in an appropriate registration category
2. Minimum of 5 years post graduate clinical experience and an advanced trainee in relevant specialty, which could include paediatrics, neonatology, anaesthetics, paediatric intensive care and paediatric emergency medicine
3. Minimum of 12 months of critical care experience, including 6 months in paediatric or neonatal intensive care or paediatric anaesthetics or retrieval services in Australia or similar Health Care Service
4. Demonstrated recent competency to independently manage the deteriorating or seriously unwell patient in Australia or similar Health Care Service utilising excellent time management, problem solving skills, clinical skills, judgement and expertise
5. Demonstrated competency in advanced airway skills – please detail neonatal and paediatric intubation experience
6. Able to work and function in the NETS operational environment as a NETS retrieval trainee, fulfilling the scope of this role. Ability to demonstrate a level of physical fitness to complete relevant vehicle, rotary wing and fixed wing training including Emergency egress and Sea Survival training. A fitness test is required as a condition of appointment and employment
7. Have superior verbal and written communication skills
8. APLS (or equivalent)

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, recognising that a diverse workforce strengthens our culture and enhances the care we provide to children, young people and their families.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families. For application support, visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up, to assist in preparing your application, or contact SCHN’s Aboriginal Workforce Consultant at [email protected].

NSW Health vaccination and screening requirements must be met prior to commencement

This position requires a NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian.

SCHN is committed to maintaining a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, in line with NSW Health’s commitment to the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

Need more information?

1) Click here for the Position Description

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3) For role related queries or questions contact Dr Mandy Fletcher on [email protected]

4) For technical support, please contact the Customer Service Team on 1300 443 966, select option 1, then option 2. Please also refer to the applicant guide for additional information

Applications Close: 08, June 2026