Organisation: The Royal Children's HospitalOccupation: Medical and NursingReference: 12311About the Role: The RCH Orthopaedics Department is seeking a fellowship-trained Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon with expertise in the care of children and adolescents with orthopaedic conditions, particularly in foot and ankle.The role provides surgical care for this important group of patients, supporting the existing world-standard team in its provision of care.This is a Permanent Part Time position at 28 hours per fortnight within the Orthopaedics Department. As the successful candidate, you will be a fellowship-trained surgeon with expertise in common orthopaedic conditions affecting children and adolescents. The role involves a sessional commitment to provide direct surgical care of patients and families in specialist clinics and operating theatre settings. You will also participate in the education and training of orthopaedic trainees, surgical audit, and research activities of the unit. There is a requirement to participate in the exclusive on-call roster for general paediatric orthopaedic emergency presentations.Your Skills and Experience: Current Registration as a Specialist Medical Practitioner with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)Recognised Surgical qualifications with the Royal Australasian College of SurgeonsCompletion of approved training in Orthopaedic Surgery (AOA or equivalent)Completion of approved Fellowship in Paediatric Orthopaedic SurgeryOther Requirements: Current National Criminal Record Check, or willing to obtainValid Working with Children CheckCompliance with RCH's "Staff Immunisation - Prevention of Vaccine Preventable Diseases" procedureTo apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description. Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately, so we encourage you to apply promptly!Why work at the RCH? RCH enjoys high employee engagement and is committed to staff safety and a positive culture through enactment of our Compact. We offer the opportunity to work in world-class facilities, surrounded by Royal Park and only a short tram trip from the heart of Melbourne city.We also offer discounted staff parking, salary packaging, and an award-winning health and wellbeing program.The RCH is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds, all members of the LGBTQI community, and people with disabilities. It is a requirement of your employment that you be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 and Influenza annually for Category A and B roles, in compliance with any public health orders in place at the relevant time, unless you have a medical exception in line with those public health orders, which has been accepted by The Royal Children's Hospital. Applicants will be required to provide their Australian Government Immunisation History Statement, as it is a requirement of the RCH to collect, record, and hold vaccination information.It is also a requirement of your employment that you comply with any direction given by The Royal Children's Hospital that you be vaccinated against, or prove immunity to, any other disease, unless you have a relevant exemption.Are you ready to join our team? Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" button. #J-18808-Ljbffr