Consultant Paediatrician

Key Highlights

Consultant Paediatrician | General & Neonatal Care
Deliver high-impact paediatric and neonatal care in one of Western Australia's most rewarding regional healthcare services.
Collaborative, Multidisciplinary Teams | Opportunities for leadership, clinical governance, and registrar supervision.
Generous Remuneration Package | Up to $523,000 AUD p.a.

+ incentives + relocation support + 5-year contract options.

Join a leading regional health service delivering comprehensive paediatric care to communities across Western Australia.

As part of a multidisciplinary and consultant-led team, you'll play a key role in providing general and neonatal paediatrics, developing junior doctors, and improving health outcomes in rural and remote settings.

We are seeking a Consultant Paediatrician to join a dedicated and experienced regional paediatrics team.

This is a full-time, part-time or sessional opportunity, available on a permanent or fixed-term basis.

This role offers:

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  A diverse and clinically stimulating mix of general paediatrics and neonatal care.

  
  


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  Outreach service delivery to surrounding communities.

  
  


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  Leadership responsibilities in clinical governance, policy development, and quality improvement.

  
  


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  Teaching and supervision of junior medical staff including registrars, residents and interns.

  
  


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  Participation in a supportive on-call roster shared with a skilled team of paediatricians and trainees.

  
  

Annual Salary up to $523,000 AUD p.a.

(inclusive of base salary, superannuation, and allowances)

Additional Benefits Include:

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  Up to 3 weeks professional development leave annually

  
  


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  Regional allowances, relocation assistance, and accommodation subsidies

  
  


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  Flexible working arrangements (sessional, part-time, full-time)

  
  


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  Visa sponsorship and PR pathway support for eligible international applicants

  
  

You are an experienced and compassionate Paediatrician with:

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  Specialist registration (or eligibility) with AHPRA as a Paediatrician

  
  


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  Fellowship with the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP) or equivalent

  
  


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  Demonstrated clinical experience in both acute and chronic paediatric care, with neonatal resuscitation skills

  
  


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  A collaborative approach to multidisciplinary teamwork

  
  


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  A passion for mentoring junior doctors and improving regional paediatric services

  
  


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  Commitment to equity in healthcare and cultural safety, particularly in the care of Aboriginal children and families

  
  

Specialist International Medical Graduates (SIMGs):
Applicants must be deemed Substantially Comparable by the RACP - Paediatrics & Child Health Division to be considered.

This is a regional-based paediatrics role in Western Australia, working across hospital campuses and outreach clinics.

More detail about exact locations will be provided upon application.

At Paragon Medics, we prioritise your career growth and personal well-being.

We are committed to helping healthcare professionals find fulfilling roles that align with their expertise and aspirations.

Contact us today for a confidential discussion about the role and how we can support your transition into regional paediatrics.

📞 +61 2 8316 2844
📧 Apply now or email for more information.