Consultant Paediatrician (Child Development) (Northam)

Consultant Paediatrician (Child Development) This role is part of a recruitment pool that will be assessed regularly to fill current vacancies and future positions until 20/12/2026. A successful applicant will be placed in the pool for future appointments after the current vacancies are filled. Responsibilities
- Lead paediatric child development service delivery and help shape the future of child health in the Wheatbelt region.
- Mentor and inspire other doctors and non‑specialist clinicians, building capability and confidence across the team.
- Drive quality improvement initiatives and contribute to ongoing medical education.
- Foster a positive, team‑focused culture that values excellence and innovation.
- Actively contribute to clinical governance and policy development to strengthen paediatric healthcare across the region. Qualifications
- Eligible for or hold registration by the Medical Board of Australia in the specialty of Paediatrics and child health.
- Substantial clinical experience in paediatric patient management with a strong focus on developmental paediatrics and child protection.
- Demonstrated effective, compassionate, respectful, and culturally sensitive communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with patients, families, colleagues, and external agencies, combined with strong interpersonal, negotiation and conflict resolution skills. Appointment Details Employment types: Full Time, Part Time, and Sessional with the possibility of extensions. Pay is inclusive of base salary, PD allowance and 12% superannuation, as per the WA Health System Medical Practitioners AMA Industrial Agreement 2024, effective 3 Sept 2025. Rates are subject to assessment of qualifications, clinical skills and years of practice. Perks
- Generous leave entitlements: 4 weeks of annual leave, 3 weeks of professional development leave, and additional leave for compassionate or cultural reasons.
- A supportive team that values community and client service.
- Flexible working arrangements to support a healthy work‑life balance where operationally possible.
- Diverse practice opportunities across paediatric development in a rural health setting. Contact Information Dr Peter Barratt, Director Medical Services (08) 9621 07*** ************@health.wa.gov.au Additional Conditions
- WA Health requires a criminal records screening, integrity check and a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check as part of the appointment process.
- Pre‑Employment Health Assessment (PEHA) is required; a satisfactory PEHA is a condition of employment.
- WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. Referees may be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and ethical behaviour. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rvyuu