This is a Fixed Term Part Time appointment at
***** hrs per fortnight, with the possibility of extension(s)
and/or permanency.
About the
Opportunity
Are you a passionate and experienced nursing
leader committed to improving outcomes for children and families
across regional and remote Western Australia?
Western Australia Country Health Service
(WACHS) is seeking a Clinical Nurse Consultant –
Developmental Paediatrics to provide expert clinical
leadership, consultancy, and education across our health service.
Based in WACHS Central Office, this influential
role supports the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based
developmental paediatric services and contributes to better health
outcomes for children with developmental, behavioural and
neurodevelopmental needs.
As a recognised expert in your field, you
will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, healthcare
providers, community partners, and key stakeholders across Western
Australia.
You will lead clinical excellence, support workforce
capability through education and mentoring, and contribute to
service development, quality improvement, and cutting-edge models of
care.
Why Join WACHS?
This is a unique opportunity to shape and
influence developmental paediatric services across one of the
world's largest health jurisdictions.
You'll work with a dedicated
team, contribute to meaningful system-wide improvements, and make a
lasting impact on the lives of children and families throughout
country Western Australia.
For Further Job Related
Information: We encourage you to contact Nicole
Masiello on ******** ***.
Suitability
Criteria:
Suitability recognises that a range of
factors contribute to merit, including skills, knowledge,
abilities, behaviours, ethical alignment and relevant operational
requirements.
The suitability requirements below are derived from
the Job Description
Form and define what will be assessed to
determine your suitability for the role:
Postgraduate education
and clinical capability supporting an expanded practice role in
paediatrics and/or child, youth and family health.
Consultancy and clinical
leadership experience applicable to developmental paediatrics
and/or child development services.
Experience communicating
with and leading teams and services across rural and remote
districts.
Experience utilising data
and research to inform quality improvement and innovative
strategic initiatives.
Demonstrated commitment
to the WACHS mission and values.
Applicants are required to
provide:
A statement addressing the suitability
criteria above, (maximum 3 pages) outlining your skills,
experience, knowledge and what you will bring to the
role
A detailed curriculum
vitae (CV)



summarising your relevant experience and ability to
meet the position requirements
The names and contact
details of two (2) professional referees, preferably including
your current or most recent manager
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.
Further information about the role, including
key duties please see the Job Description Form (available online
at ).
Employee Benefits: In
addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range
of benefits which may include (in line with operational
requirements):
12% employer contributed
superannuation into a fund of your choice.
For further
information on superannuation
click here
Access to generous salary
packaging arrangements
Professional Development
Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
Flexible working
arrangements
Flexible leave
arrangements
Other professional and
location based allowances
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.
WA Health is committed to eliminating all
forms of discrimination in the provision of our service.
We
embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples,
people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with
disabilities.
WA Health supports flexible working practices
within the context of a quality health service.
WA Health is
committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds
and vehicles.
Area
Profile:
The WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is the
largest country health system in Australia and one of
the biggest in the world, providing health services to
approximately half a million people, including
45,000 Aboriginal people, over a vast two and a half million
square kilometre area.
The organisation comprises seven
regions, with a strong network of public hospitals, health services
and health centres located across rural and remote Western
Australia.




Our core business is the provision of quality,
accessible health services to country WA residents and
visitors.
Other
Conditions: WA Health engages staff in
positions of trust and responsibility.
WA Health policies require
applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity
checking as part of the appointment process.
As well as undertaking
a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you may also be
required to undertake a working with children check (if required
for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment.
We may ask
referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of
ethical behaviour.
Please note that adverse information does not
necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part
of the appointment process.
Please note this recruitment process requires
completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment
(PEHA).
Any offer of employment with WA Country Health
Service (WACHS) is conditional on satisfactory PEHA to ensure you
are able to perform the inherent requirements of the position.
An
unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being
withdrawn.
Please see the attached WACHS PEHA Policy for
further information.
Whilst this selection process will initially
be used to fill the above vacancy, applicants found suitable for
this position may be considered for other 'similar' vacancies
within WACHS and/or the wider WA public sector.
In addition to
this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the
advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also
be selected from this process.
Both of these options remain valid
for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised
delegate endorses the recruitment decision.
We are committed to fostering a diverse and
inclusive workforce where every employee feels valued and
empowered.
We believe that a diverse team brings unique
perspectives and drives innovation to meet our community's needs.
We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences to join us
in shaping a more equitable future and as a measure to achieve
equality, under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity
Act ****, encourage applications from people living with a
disability, Aboriginal people, people from culturally and
linguistically diverse backgrounds, women and youth (24 years of
age and under).
If you experience difficulties while
applying online, please contact Employee Services on ******** for
immediate assistance during business hours.
Lodgement is system generated.
Any
submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be
accepted.
LATE OR EMAIL
APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

📌 Clinical Nurse Consultant – Development Paediatrics (Perth)
🏢 WA Government
📍 Perth