Job DescriptionSenior Medical Specialist - Victorian Forensic Paediatric Medical Service (VFPMS)About the RoleThis is a Fixed-Term Part Time position at 0.7 FTE up to 29 June **** to cover parental leave within the Victorian Forensic Paediatric Medical Service.The Senior Medical Specialist for the Victorian Forensic Paediatric Medical Service (VFPMS) will provide paediatric forensic medical services to children suspected of being physically or sexually abused or neglected.
As part of the VFPMS team, the Senior Medical Specialist will also collaborate with health and counselling services to ensure that children, young people and their families access the broad range of health, mental health and support services available to them.
The position will also have a significant clinical role in teaching, training and supervision of staff, including advanced trainees of RACP.Flexibility to provide a service across both the Royal Children's Hospital (RCH) and Monash Children's Hospital (MCH) locations is required, as is availability to participate in the after hours on-call roster.Classification for this position will be in line with the Medical Specialists (Victorian Public Health Sector) Enterprise Agreement *********.What you'll achieve:ClinicalProvide forensic paediatric medical services to abused and vulnerable children at RCH and MCH as per the clinical schedule and after-hours rosterParticipation in monitoring and evaluating the quality of care provided to vulnerable and abused children by all staff within RCH and MCHProduce high quality forensic paediatric medical reportsUtilise clinical skills and knowledge to coordinate patient care across sites and to initiate a holistic approach to patient careDevelop working partnerships with referrers, other health service professionals, and community agenciesEnsure continuity of care is provided by liaising with other services and relevant community agenciesParticipate in multidisciplinary multi-agency patient care conferencesContribute constructively and effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary teamDevelop and maintain communication systems that enhance patient care and service functioningBalance sometimes competing and conflicting prioritiesRespond in a timely mannerEducation, Professional Development and ResearchProvide supervision, teaching and training to junior medical staff,



including advanced trainees of RACPDevelop and participate in providing education and training for a broad range of professionals working with vulnerable childrenUndertake professional development activities in clinical and hospital practice to maintain personal qualifications in accordance with continuing certification requirement of the RACP (or other relevant medical colleges)Undertake professional development activities in clinical forensic medicine to obtain and maintain qualifications in clinical forensic medicine.Identify opportunities to increase knowledge and skills in forensic paediatric medicineInitiate, support and participate in appropriate research and service development activitiesProfessional ResponsibilitiesSupport the current aims and objectives of the service's strategic planRecognise situations that necessitate supervision/guidance and seek appropriate resourcesWork in accordance with service policies, procedures and guidelinesMaintain a service environment that facilitates comfort, safety and efficiency for staff, patients and visitorsEnsure professional practice is consistent with Occupational Health & Safety requirementsEnsure professional practice is consistent with Infection Control guidelinesMaintain confidentiality in matters related to patients and/or staffYour skills and experienceExcellent interpersonal skills with the ability to establish healthy, professional working relationships with both internal and external stakeholdersA quality focused and systematic approach to workAbility to work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary teamStrong organisational skills and ability to manage competing and conflicting priorities in a busy environmentFlexibility and a 'can-do' approachProfessionalism and maturity in dealing with a diverse range of peoplePrevious experience in a similar roleExcellent written and verbal communication skillsEffective time management and prioritisingComputer literacy including MS office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint), email and internet use)About the DepartmentThe VFPMS is a statewide service operating out of two hub sites at the Royal Children's and Monash Children's Hospitals.
VFPMS clinicians provide medical assessments of children in whom concerns exist about abuse, assault and neglect.




The VFPMS is a leading forensic paediatric service that also provides education and training to a wide range of professionals and contributes to research in the field of paediatric forensic medicine.Other RequirementsEmployees are required to undertake a National Criminal Record Check and a Working with Children Check prior to commencing employmentEmployees are required to maintain a valid Working with Children Check throughout their employmentA current, full driver's licence for the state of Victoria that is appropriate for the type of vehicle being driven, and comply with any restrictions on their licence (e.g. wearing glasses) while undertaking hospital duties (if applicable)Employees are required to maintain compliance with the Royal Children's Hospital's "Staff Immunisation - Prevention of Vaccine Preventable Diseases" procedureWhy 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 staff perks such as 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 background, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with disability.It is a requirement of your employment that you be vaccinated against 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, 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, and offers of employment are conditional on successful completion of background checks including reference checks.For more information about this position please contact Claire Terris, VFPMS Administration Coordinator, ph: , email: Applications close Monday 31 August **** at *****pm
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📌 Senior Medical Specialist (Melbourne)
🏢 The Royal Children'S Hospital
📍 Melbourne