Description:
Fixed Term full time and part time appointment for 6 and 12 months commencing in February 2026, with the possibility of extension(s).
Kalgoorlie Regional Hospital, The Rural Clinical School and WACHS (Goldfields) is pleased to offer a unique training position for an Advanced Trainee in Paediatrics.
The position is based in Kalgoorlie and includes acute, emergency, Neonatal high dependency care and outpatient paediatrics experience. There is 50% allocation of time to teaching, research, academic and remote work. There will be the opportunity to participate in remote area clinics.
Good communication skills and experience working with Aboriginal families would be of great benefit in this position. This position would suit someone with a passion for Aboriginal and rural health who is planning a career in rural and remote paediatrics.
You will be working with a team of experienced rural paediatricians and several registrars and RMOs.
There is a strong team of resident consultant paediatricians providing close supervision and support in each of our hospitals while also giving opportunities for independent practice.
The position is offered for a 12-month term although 6-month terms can be considered.
Further information to consider applying.
- 24X7 roster sharing with other junior doctors as first on call, supported by consultant second on call, including some weekend covers.
- Inpatient cover for paediatric ward, maternity and SCN. Review of ED paediatric patients as required and admitting them.
- Outpatient clinic, remote clinic attendance including Griffith’s clinic.
- Attend multi-disciplinary team meetings fortnightly and ward review meetings and M&M meetings.
- Teaching of Junior staff, hospital RMOs and medical students.
About WACHS: WACHS is the largest country health system in Australia and one of the biggest in the world, providing health services to approximately half a million people, including 45,000 Aboriginal people, over a vast two and a half million square kilometre area. The organisation comprises seven regions, with a strong network of public hospitals, health services and health centres located across rural and remote Western Australia. Our core business is the provision of quality, accessible health services to country WA residents and visitors.
SALARY
Registrar Year 1-7 $146,579 to $195,662 p.a.* *includes base salary $120,492 to $164,513 pa, professional development allowance $10,969 pa and 11.5% employer contributed superannuation. Rates as 3 September 2024.
Senior Registrar Year 1-2, $214,484 to $224,214 p.a.* *includes base salary $176,691 to $185,418 pa, professional development allowance $15,671 pa and 11.5% employer contributed superannuation. Rates as 3 September 2024.
Appointment will be made based on assessment of skills and experience.
FOR FURTHER JOB-RELATED INFORMATION
For further information we encourage you to contact Dr Pushpika Gunaratne via [emailprotected] or telephone 08 9080 5682.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Applicants are requested to apply through MedCareersWA (https://medcareerswa.health.wa.gov.au/jobs/492677).
Please note applicants must have a current, valid email address to apply online. This email address will be used for communication with applicants. Emailed applications will not be accepted.
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term
Pay: $146,579.00 – $224,214.00 per year
Work Location: In person