Population Health Staff Specialist

Requisition ID: REQ671705

Employment Type: 1.0FTE Permanent Full Time

Location: Population Health, Northumberland Street, Liverpool

Position Classification: Staff Specialist

Applications close: 12/07/2026

For role related queries or questions contact Dr Stephen Conaty via email on ***email_hidden***

Click HERE to apply via e-Credential.

NSW Health does not require or accept the ‘Fit2Work badge’ offered as an option in eCredential. Enquiries/applications will not be accepted via recruitment agencies

About The Opportunity

Applications are accepted via eCredential only.

To apply click here: https://myclinicalprofile.com.au/OpenPositionLogin.aspx?UniqueId=66cfc2d8-a50b-485d-9808-32f886a6de98

“NSW Health does not require or accept the ‘Fit2Work badge’ offered as an option in eCredential”.

“Enquiries/applications will not be accepted via recruitment agencies”.

Life at South Western Sydney Local Health District is rewarding, progressive and diverse and is always focused on achieving our Vision of Leading Care, Healthier Communities.

What You'll be doing

Provide public health medicine expertise, clinical advice and support to the Public Health Unit. This care will be provided within the clinical privileges granted by the CE on the advice of the SWSLHD Medical and Dental Appointments Advisory Committee.

The position provides evidence-based clinical, public health and program advice to support health protection activities in South Western Sydney Local Health District in environmental health, immunisation, communicable disease control, and emergency preparedness. The Staff Specialist will take a lead role in implementing these activities including identifying, monitoring, and investigating matters of significant risk to public health and coordinating appropriate responses.

Transforming Your Experience is SWSLHD's key strategy to positively transform how our patients, consumers, staff and communities experience our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. This strategy provides us with a clear direction for working together to deliver safe and high quality health services and build the health of our communities – now and into the future.

Where You'll Be Working

SWSLHD Population Health aims to protect and promote the health of the local population, reduce health inequalities, and achieve optimal health and wellbeing for all residents of South Western Sydney.

The services provided include prevention, early intervention, and health promotion programs designed to help individuals and families adopt healthy behaviours and avoid illness. The team works in partnership with the community to create health-promoting physical and social environments, ensuring accessible, fair, and culturally appropriate services.

SWSLHD Population Health is committed to continuous quality improvement and environmental sustainability, upholding the district's CORE values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect, and Empowerment.

Working here means being part of a dedicated team focused on leading care and building healthier communities.

How to Apply

To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application.

1. Current medical practitioner, registered, or eligible for registration, with the Medical Board of Australia, and Fellow of the Australasian Faculty of Public Health Medicine (AFPHM) or other specialist recognition as provided under the Staff Specialists (State) Award.

2. Demonstrated current understanding of the principles and practice of public health medicine, and ability to practice public health medicine to a high standard in accordance with contemporary evidence-based best practice.

3. Demonstrated commitment to quality improvement, patient safety and risk management.

4. Demonstrated participation in teaching and training at undergraduate and/or post graduate level, including supervision of junior medical staff.

5. Demonstrated commitment to continuing self-education and development, including evidence of participation in continuing medical education/ continuing professional development.

6. Demonstrated ability to comply with the service objectives of a public health organisation, including the provision of services to the local community, effective utilisation of resources, and preparedness to participate in the provision of health services at an LHD level.

7. Preparedness to participate in a hospital, service or LHD on-call roster.

8. Evidence of ability to work cooperatively with other staff and practitioners and in a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

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Diversity, Culture & Inclusion

• We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact mailto:[email protected]@health.nsw.gov.au or mailto:[email protected]@health.nsw.gov.au.
• We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.

• Aboriginal Workforce
  • For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact mailto:[email protected] [email protected] . Support is also available through the https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/Pages/Home.aspx Stepping Up website .

More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?

• Financial Perks
  • 12% superannuation
  • Salary packaging and novated leasing via https://nswhealth.smartsalary.com.au/Smart Salary
  • Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
  • One extra day off each month for full-time employees
• Work-Life Balance
  • Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
  • Paid maternity and parental leave
  • Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
• Grow Your Career
  • Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated https://www.swslhd.health.nsw.gov.au/eods/ Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
• Health & Wellbeing
  • Discounted gym membership through https://cloudflare.fitnesspassport.com.au/ Fitness Passport
  • Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
  • Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance

Additional Information

• Temporary visa holders
  • May be considered if no suitable citizen or permanent resident is found.
• Vaccination Requirements
  • All staff must meet NSW https://www1.health.nsw.gov.au/pds/Pages/doc.aspx?dn=PD2024_015 Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting.
• Child Safe Employment South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the https://ocg.nsw.gov.au/child-safe-schemeChild Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

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