Consultant - Paediatric - Radiology

CRVCID No. 737418

MedCareers Ref. 493381

This is a Recruitment Pool for Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time, Permanent Sessional, Fixed Term Full Time, Fixed Term Part Time, and Fixed Term Sessional appointments with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.

We currently have Permanent Sessional appointments at 32 hours/ 8 sessions per fortnight (0.4 FTE)

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 31/12/2026.

Position Profile:  

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Radiologist to join our Medical Imaging team based at Perth Children’s Hospital (PCH) with preferred experience in Musculoskeletal Imaging and Interventional Radiology.

As part of a multidisciplinary team, the successful candidate will provide specialist Cardiac and Chest Imaging expertise to patients within the department and provide a consultation service on request for other patients.

The successful candidates will:

• Undertake clinical shifts in the Department at the direction of the Clinical Director/Head of Department including:
  • Participation on the general diagnostic on-call/after-hours/weekend roster.
  • Willingness to contribute to the Paediatric interventional radiology on-call roster
• Accept appropriate referrals from doctors both internal and external to PCH.
• Take a leadership and mentoring role for doctors in training and others within the Department.
• Manage and co-ordinate the sarcoma, orthopaedic and rheumatology MDTs at PCH.
• Conduct clinical review and clinical management of patients referred to outpatient services.
• Perform other duties as outlined in the Consultant-Paediatric-Radiology Job Description From (JDF).

Preferred candidate will have a minimum of 12 months post fellowship experience in musculoskeletal and/or interventional radiology with a specific focus on image guided procedures.

In the roles of Consultant-Paediatric-Radiology, you will provide diagnostic imaging services to patients referred to the Medical Imaging Department at Perth Children’s Hospital, and to patients at King Edward Memorial Hospital under the terms of any existing service level agreement (SLA).

Area Profile:
Child and Adolescent Health Service (CAHS) treats children from around Western Australia, and is committed to programs that promote lifelong health in children and adolescents. CAHS is made up of Neonatology, Community Health, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services and Perth Children’s Hospital.

CAHS values: To achieve our vision of healthy kids, healthy communities, 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. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact the person named in this advert. 

For further information about CAHS and its’ services please click here and read the attachment About CAHS.

Child and Adolescent Health Service | CAHS - International applicants

Child and Adolescent Health Service | CAHS - Pay and benefits

Employee Benefits: Our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):

• Professional development and Study Leave/assistance as outlined in the WA Health AMA Industrial Agreement.
• Access to generous salary packaging
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Flexible leave arrangements.
• Employer superannuation contribution - For information on superannuation go to: http://www.treasury.wa.gov.au/Superannuation/Employees/Overview/

Conditions of Service: The terms and conditions of service are in accordance with the WA Health System – Medical Practitioners – AMA Industrial Agreement; https://ww2.health.wa.gov.au/AMA award

How to Apply: Applications are required to be submitted online via MedCareersWA. Please ensure the email address provided is actively monitored as it will serve as the primary communication channel throughout the recruitment process. Emailed applications will not be accepted. 

Applicants must provide the following documents as part of their application in order to be considered for appointment:

1. A detailed curriculum vitae (of no more than 4 A4 pages) including the names and contact details of 2 current referees. Your CV must provide a summary of your experience in the context of the advertised vacancy.
2. Applicants are advised to write a statement addressing the selection criteria (of no more than 4 A4 pages). Answers to these questions are a requirement for assessment against the selection criteria, considered by the panel.
3. A cover letter outlining a brief overview of your experience

These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.

Multiple applications will not be considered in their entirety. Where multiple applications are uploaded, the last document to be uploaded will be the only document accepted and considered by the panel. 

If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact MedCareersWA@health.wa.gov.au

Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form.

Eligibility to Apply: To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have valid Australian work rights. This includes visa holders. Permanent appointments may be made to individuals who hold citizenship, permanent residency, or visas that enable ongoing employment in Australia. 

Conditions of Employment: 

• Western Australian Working with Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website
• Criminal Record Screening Check
• Pre-Employment Integrity Check
• 100 Point Identification Check
• Pre-Employment Health Assessment; and
• You must have access to transport and a commitment to meeting shift requirements as rostered. 

Other Conditions: 

• Child and Adolescent Health Service will only accept applications that are lodged with the express permission of the applicant and containing all necessary information, including personal contact details. We will not accept unsolicited applications or CVs from recruitment agencies and/or search firms and we will not pay fees to any such organisation unless arranged with the provider prior to advertising a vacancy.
• Suitable candidates to this recruitment process may also be accessed/offered employment by other employers within the WA Health system (e.g. South Metropolitan Health Service, North Metropolitan Health Service, East Metropolitan Health Service, WA Country Health Service, or Child and Adolescent Health Service).

For further information:
Please contact: Dr Craig Gibson on (08) 6456 2222 for more information.

 About CAHS - v2023-01.pdf

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted. 

LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.