Neurologist Staff Specialist

ISLHD – Staff Specialist Neurologist

Employment Type: Permanent
Position Classification: Staff Specialist
Requisition ID: 503108

Hours Per Week: Up to 1.0 FTE

Applications Close: 21 November 2024

Staff Specialist Neurologists in the ISLHD, to integrate with our existing ISLHD team of six Neurologists at TWH plus one based at Shoalhaven, with anticipation of a further 1.0 FTE Stroke Lead/Neurologist for the district joining us in the short term, and district undertaking toward a further 0.5 FTE Neurologist to a total of nine colleagues at TWH. Our district is committed to consolidating and developing Neurology and Stroke, and we are delighted to be able to expand our service and welcome new colleagues to our friendly department in the beautiful and well-appointed setting of the Illawarra region. Our region boasts access to natural features of beach and rainforest, other major NSW cities, excellent schools, the University of Wollongong, music and sporting facilities, within a short distance - and a brief work commute.

We seek experienced Neurologists with a high level of expertise who can demonstrate commitment and capability to deliver Neurology Service within the ISLHD. The Neurologist will provide clinical care to Neurology patients including Stroke patients with clinical responsibility including call and outpatient care commensurate with colleagues and involves participation in all Neurology Department activities, including both General Neurology, and acute and subacute Stroke on-call rosters, and clinical consultation service onsite and remotely across the district. The role incorporates scope for subspecialty interest. All subspecialty interests are welcomed and encouraged to apply, with particularly Neuroimmunology, Cognitive Neurology/Neurodegenerative, Headache, and Neuromuscular subspecialisation demand in the district. The Neurologist will proactively support the development of Neurology services, facilitating a culture of learning and best practice, participating in teaching and clinical governance activity and supporting other service development and research objectives.

The role encompasses participation in General Neurology Department activities including both General Neurology and acute and subacute Stroke clinical duties and some participation in the on-call roster and care for both Acute Stroke/stroke and General Neurology presentations.

The Neurologist will proactively support the development of Neurology services, facilitating a culture of learning and best practice, participating in teaching and clinical governance activity and supporting other service development and research objectives.

Advanced Trainees that are expected to receive FRACP within 3-6 months may be considered for this role.

Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District.

From Helensburgh in the north-to-North Durras in the south, ISLHD covers an area of 5,687 square kms. That’s 5,687 square kms of beautiful beaches, coastal cycling tracks, lush rainforests, incredible bushwalks and friendly people. The region is also host to many annual food, wine and arts festivals and events.

ISLHD operate eight hospital sites, employ over 8,500 staff and provide community health services across 58 locations. Commute times are short, childcare and schooling options are plentiful, and Sydney is close by.

ISLHD is one of the region’s largest employers with a workforce of more than 8,500 across eight hospital sites and community health services.

ISLHD leadership is strongly committed to facilitating clinical research. Tangible evidence of this commitment is the significant investment in the infrastructure to support research. ISLHD has a well- developed research support unit that offers staff an extensive range of research support services including: assistance in the development of the research study design, biostatistics support, data analysis, and help writing final research publications, as well assistance with the ethics and governance processes.

Looking for more than just a salary?

• Besides your salary, you’ll also have access to:
• Salary packaging – less tax and more take-home pay
• Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees) [https://www.islhd.health.nsw.gov.au/yourcareer/benefits-and-conditions]
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families

Apply now by addressing the selection criteria found in the Position Description (below) and submitting your resume.

Selection Criteria

1. Specialist registration or eligible for specialist registration as a Medical Practitioner with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
2. Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP) in Neurology and/or equivalent and specialist recognition and further training qualifications in Stroke including research.
3. Evidence of continuing medical education and self-monitoring/audit practices consistent with the scope of practice requirements of the position.
4. Proven capacity and/or experience in the provision of effective high quality services, demonstrated through successful clinical practice in an environment appropriate to the requirements of the position including evidence of participation in quality improvement activities relevant to the specialty.
5. Demonstrated commitment to teaching with experience in teaching both undergraduate and post graduate students and other staff of the hospital.
6. Demonstrate the skills and attitudes appropriate as a Senior Medical Practitioner including modelling a high standard of professional behaviour to junior medical staff.
7. Demonstrated ability to work effectively and harmoniously with medical and other health services colleagues as part of a multi-disciplinary health care team and demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with patients, colleagues, and staff and to work as an effective member of the clinical team across multiple sites.
8. Geographical availability commensurate with rostering, patient care, and site visit responsibilities.

Need more information?

• Click here for the Position Description
• Find out more about applying for this position
• Learn more about ISLHD’s commitment to equal employment opportunity and other important information [https://www.islhd.health.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/careers/What_else_do_you_need_to_know_Jan.pdf]
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• For role-related queries or help applying, contact Dr Karen Fuller, Head of Department, Neurology at karen.fuller@health.nsw.gov.au

An eligibility list may be created for future Temporary positions within the District.

Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District is committed to equal employment opportunity and embraces diversity and inclusion within its workforce. As such, people from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. This includes but is not limited to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, People with Disability, Women and People from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds.

Please note: Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing. Criminal record checks will be undertaken on successful applicants.

This position is designated as child-related employment and you will be required to obtain a Working With Children clearance from the Office of the Children’s Guardian. To apply, please go to https://wwccheck.ccyp.nsw.gov.au/Applicants/Application

For more information on how to apply for the clearance, please visit the Office of the Children's Guardian website https://www.kidsguardian.nsw.gov.au/child-safe-organisations/working-with-children-check

Successful applicants to the role must provide certified documentation of vaccination history and pathology as part of their recruitment documentation. The applicant must be certified as compliant with https://www1.health.nsw.gov.au/pds/Pages/doc.aspx?dn=PD2020_017 before employment can commence.

Applications Close: Thursday 21 November 2024

Location: Mangerton, AU

Posted Date: 10/31/2024