About the Role:
Due to upcoming Sabbaticals the RCH has multiple Fixed Term Part Time positions available for up to 3 months at variable EFT ranging from 0.1-0.6 EFT (up to 42 hrs per fortnight) within the Department of Neurology.
OP Clinical components include Epilepsy, Neuro-Oncology, Neuromuscular. Neurogenetics, CMD and General Neurology.
For more information about the vacancies please contact Rose Cocciardi: Ph:03 93454916 Email: [email protected]
Classification
Classification for this position will be in accordance with the Medical Specialists (Victorian Public Health Sector) (AMA Victoria/ASMOF) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2022 – 2026.
You will be responsible for:
The Consultant Neurologist will:
- Provide clinical care of inpatients with a range of neurological disorders as per the departmental roster.
- Conduct outpatient and telehealth clinics in paediatric general neurology and subspecialty areas depending on the subspecialty areas including neurofibromatosis, epilepsy, neuro oncology, neuromuscular, neurogenetic, complex movement and neurovascular disorders.
- Ensure that consultations, treatment plans and other aspects of care delivered are rigorously documented to support ongoing care and communication and to meet medical requirements.
- Ensure that the care of all patients is handed over or other suitable arrangements for follow up, including follow up of results, are in place whenever leaving the hospital.
- Ensure continuity of care in identifying and communicating promptly with other practitioners including general practitioners.
- Be accountable for all care delivered by junior medical staff with a delegated responsibility during periods of duty.
- Participate in resolving problems in care and ensure that the team leader is aware of relevant issues and problems.
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What you’ll achieve:
- Deliver comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care to children with a broad range of paediatric neurological disorders
- Participate in professional development activities and continuing education opportunities to ensure that best clinical practice is maintained.
- Provide child centred, family focused care through partnership with parents/ families.
- Actively contribute as an individual and as a member of a team, to the continuous improvement of health care quality and patient safety
Your skills and experience:
Essential:
- Current Specialist AHPRA registration.
- Completed basic and advanced training for the FRACP in paediatrics and completed accredited training in child neurology.
- Experience in diagnosis and treatment of paediatric neurological disorders.
Desirable:
- Member or eligible to be a member of the ANZCNS (Australia and New Zealand Child Neurology Society).
- Interest and expertise in conducting clinical research in paediatric neurology.
About the Department:
The Department of Neurology comprises SMS, Fellows, CNCs, AH, medical scientists and administrative staff.
Our vision is to be leaders in child neurology, providing high-quality, compassionate, evidence-based neurological care that empowers children and families to reach their full potential.
What we offer:
- Salary Packaging – Increase your take home pay!
- Culture of continuous improvement
Other requirements:
- Current National Criminal Record Check, or willing to obtain
- Valid Working with Children Check
- Compliance with RCHs “Staff Immunisation - Prevention of Vaccine Preventable Diseases” procedure
Application process:
To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description.
In your application, please specify which OP clinical component you are interested in and your EFT availability fortnightly. You must attach certified credentials and a completed “SMS Application for Appointment Form”.
Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately, we encourage you to apply promptly!