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Paediatric Clinical Neuropsychologist Grade 2 or 3
- Maternity Leave to December 2024
- Victorian Paediatric Rehabilitation Service- Eastern Health. Angliss Hospital, Upper Ferntree Gully
- Temporary Part Time (3 days a fortnight)
- $90,812.80 - $119,095.60 P.A. (paid pro rata)
Eastern Health
Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services, including maternity, palliative care, mental health, drug and alcohol, residential care, community health and state-wide specialist services to people and communities that are diverse in culture, age, socio-economic status, population and healthcare needs.
About the role
An excellent 12-month locum opportunity exists for an experienced outpatient Clinical Neuropsychologist (Grade 2/3) within the Victorian Paediatric Rehabilitation Service - Eastern Health. The Victorian Paediatric Rehabilitation Service supports patients aged 0-18 years who require specialist interdisciplinary rehabilitation. The position is based at the leafy foot of the Dandenongs - Angliss Hospital, Upper Ferntree Gully, within the Community Rehabilitation Centre.
This is a diverse role which comprises assessment, consultancy and intervention work. The neuropsychologist primarily provides assessment and intervention to children and young people aged 4-18 suffering from a brain illness or injury.
The neuropsychologist also supports the team with consultancy support, high level decision making and where needed liaises with external stakeholders within the community such as schools.
Experience working with a paediatric population (children/adolescents) and their families, and the ability to work in a multidisciplinary team is essential. Preference will be given to applicants who have experience in a paediatric rehabilitation setting. This position is not suitable for early career neuropsychologists due to the autonomy of the position.
If you would like to discuss the role further please call Vanessa Lyndon VPRS Team Leader on 9764 6444 Mondays, Tuesdays or Thursdays
Please refer to the attached position description for further details of the role.
Vaccination against infectious disease is a mandatory requirement of this role. An offer of employment is conditional on you providing evidence that you are currently vaccinated against COVID-19 with booster & Influenza, prior to commencing employment.
What we offer
Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!
- Diverse and engaging career opportunities
- Friendly & supportive team
- Flexible working hours
- Salary packaging options
- Access to clinical supervision
Next Steps
If you believe you have the ability to make a difference in this rewarding industry, apply today!
Please note:
- All applications must be submitted online via E-Mercury
- All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Fit2Work Check, where preferred candidates will be required to complete a Criminal History Check at the expense of Eastern Health.
- You must have Australian work rights to apply for this position.
- Recruitment agency applications will not be accepted.
Eastern Health is a child safe organisation, committed to promoting the wellbeing and cultural safety of Aboriginal children, children with disabilities and all children in their diversity.
Eastern Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that welcomes and values all people. We recognise that diversity is essential in ensuring Eastern Health provides the best service to its consumers.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, those from the LGBTIQ+ community, people living with disability and those from a culturally and linguistically diverse background, are strongly encouraged to apply. Those seeking support in submitting an application are welcome to contact the hiring manager listed or feel free to contact the Talent Acquisition team.
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**Please note applications will be screened upon receipt and advertising may close prior to the closing date.**
