Paediatric Endocrinologist
- Location: Joan Kirner Women's and Children's Hospital
- Employment Type: Fixed Term, Part Time
- Salary: As per Medical Specialists EBA 2022-2026
About the role:
We are looking for a Paediatric Endocrinologist to join our diabetes team to cover parental leave. This is an exciting opportunity to join and help grow our newly established Paediatric Diabetes service at Western Health. You will work alongside other Paediatric Endocrinologists and Diabetes Nurse Educators in the multidisciplinary paediatric diabetes clinic, as well as provide clinical advice and consultation to the General Paediatricians on the inpatient ward caring for diabetic patients.
You will provide clinical support and supervision to other professional staff and students within the clinics and will also work alongside adult endocrinologist colleagues within the multidisciplinary Young Adult Diabetes Service (YADS). Both these services run on Thursday afternoons, with the YADS service commencing in the late afternoon monthly. General Paediatricians will work alongside the Paediatric Endocrinologists to provide comprehensive, safe care in a rapidly evolving field of medicine. An interest in Adolescent Health would be highly regarded.
There are ample opportunities for peer review and discussion. The clinical appointment includes participation in the on-call consultative service for the Paediatric inpatient unit, NICU, and Paediatric Emergency Department for Paediatric Endocrinology.
This role is 0.1 FTE (1 clinic per week). Start date is negotiable (from 6th October 2025) and the role is for up to 12 months (end date 30 September 2026).
There is opportunity to be involved in service development planning, and growing the service to meet the needs of the children of the region.
Key responsibilities:
- Participation in weekly diabetes outpatient clinics, contributing to evidence-based best practice care for children with Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes
- Participation in a consultative on-call service for Paediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes; approximately 1:4
About you:
- Recognised qualifications as a Paediatric Endocrinologist (FRACP), and it is expected that you are a member of the Australasian Paediatric Endocrinology Group (APEG)
- You will have well-developed professional communication and interpersonal skills
- A demonstrated commitment to patient safety, quality improvement, and delivery of evidence-based best care is essential
- An interest in research and audit is highly desirable
About Western Health
Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne’s western suburbs.
With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centred care across every life stage.
We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach services to aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties include oncology, renal, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology.
We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia’s most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges.
Western Health operates four acute public hospitals: Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s), Footscray Hospital, Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women’s prison located in Ravenhall.
Why join us?
Compensation and benefits
- Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.
- Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.
- Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.
Learning and development opportunities
- Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways.
- Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.
- Mentorship and career support.
Community impact and inclusion
- Make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through compassionate care.
- Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.
- Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.
Organisational culture and environment
- Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
- Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.
Ready to make an impact?
If you’re passionate about providing high quality multidisciplinary care for children, we’d love to hear from you. Simply click on the “apply” button and follow the prompts.
If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.
Closing date: 11:59pm on 3 September 2025.
Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Dr Alison Pearce (Director of Paediatrics) via Alison.Pearce@wh.org.au or on 0466 801 565.
Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).
Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.