At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide inpatient and outpatient services in Respiratory and Sleep Medicine.
- Company: Westmead Hospital, part of WSLHD, dedicated to quality healthcare.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, professional development, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team focused on innovation and patient safety.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patient care while advancing your medical career.
- Qualifications: Must be registered with the Medical Board of Australia and have relevant experience.
Fixed Term 0.4FTE Staff Specialist - Respiratory & Sleep Medicine - Westmead Hospital - WSLHD | APPLY VIA E-CREDENTIAL
Successful applicants will be expected to provide inpatient, outpatient, and on-call services specifically for Interstitial Lung Disease and generally for Respiratory and Sleep Medicine as determined and required by the Department and have sufficient skill, knowledge and experience to perform the above duties effectively and competently.
- Selection Criteria
- Possess or be eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia and Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians or equivalent as provided for in the Staff Specialists (State) Award.
Must have Australian Citizenship or Permanent Australian Residency.
- Evidence of additional qualifications, skills and/or experience required for specific scope of practice for the specialty
- Demonstrated skills and attitudes appropriate for practice as a Senior Medical Practitioner including:
- Proven ability to work effectively and harmoniously with medical and other health services colleagues as part of a multi-disciplinary health care team.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with patients and colleagues.
- Excellent organisational, supervision and collaboration skills with demonstrated ability to build respectful relationships.
- Maintaining and developing knowledge, skills and professional performance to the level required for contemporary practice.
- Experience and involvement in quality assurance activities and translation of research into practice to improve patient safety and quality.
- Demonstrated ability to manage time and resources efficiently and contributing to the effectiveness and efficiency of the health care system.
• Demonstrated aptitude for clinical leadership which is evidenced by
- Systems thinking and risk-taking aptitude.
- Commitment to self -care and personal development.
- Capacity to maintain personal integrity, tolerate stress and demonstrate resilience.
- Commitment to building relationships, leading, and developing others.
- Results and outcome focused
- Commitment to good governance, achieving results and managing risks
- Demonstrated commitment to Education, Training and Research, as applicable to the position
- Working with Children Check
Applicants must provide evidence of a Working with Children Check issued by the Office of Communities Commission for Children and Young People.
For more information on how to apply for the clearance, please visit the Commission for Children and Young People website: Working with Children Check | Office of the Children's Guardian (nsw. gov. au).
- APPLICATIONS CLOSE 6 NOVEMBER 2026
- #J-18808-Ljbffr
Fixed Term Staff Specialist – Respiratory & Sleep Medicine in Sydney employer: NSW Health
St Vincent’s Hospital Sydney is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises compassion and community service. Located in the vibrant Darlinghurst area, employees benefit from competitive pay, not-for-profit salary packaging, and flexible working arrangements, including two days of remote work each week. With a strong focus on professional growth, staff have access to study leave, scholarships, and wellness programs, making it a rewarding place to build a meaningful career in healthcare.
