Grade 4 Neuropsychologist CDAMS & Geriatric Medical Clinic

Job Description:

• Permanent Part Time (16 hours per week)

• Kew Location

• Friendly and Supportive Team Environment

• Excellent Benefits Including Salary Packaging

About the Role

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Grade 4 Neuropsychologist to join St Vincents Hospital Melbournes Health Independence Program (HIP) Cognitive Dementia & Memory Service (CDAMS) Geriatric Medical Clinic (GMC).

CDAMS-GMC is a specialist outpatient service supporting adults in the community experiencing changes in cognition memory and daily functioning. Working within a highly skilled multidisciplinary team you will play a key role in the assessment and diagnosis of individuals presenting with possible dementia and other cognitive disorders. This role requires advanced diagnostic expertise excellent clinical judgement and the ability to provide high-quality psychoeducation supportive counselling and management recommendations to clients families carers and healthcare professionals. The successful applicant will also bring an understanding of capacity-related issues and experience applying neuropsychological principles to younger adults presenting with acquired brain injury (ABI) or intellectual disability (ID) and their families.

Please note: The CDAMS-GMC clinics operate on Mondays and Thursday mornings and availability to work on these days is essential.

Classification:
Psychologist Grade 4 Year 1 Year 5 (PM1 PM5)
$123302 $148309 per annum (pro rata for part time)

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive neuropsychological assessments for clients presenting with cognitive memory and functional concerns.

• Contribute to the diagnosis and management of dementia and related cognitive disorders.

• Provide psychoeducation supportive counselling and practical management strategies for clients and carers.

• Deliver expert advice to multidisciplinary colleagues and external service providers.

• Assess and provide guidance regarding capacity-related issues where appropriate.

• Apply neuropsychological expertise to clients with acquired brain injury intellectual disability and other complex presentations.

• Collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team to deliver person-centred care.

Your Contribution

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Current registration as a Psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

• Endorsement in Clinical Neuropsychology from the Psychology Board of Australia.

• A Masters or Doctoral qualification in Clinical Neuropsychology recognised by the Australian Psychological Society (APS).

• Eligibility to register as a Board-approved student supervisor.

• Extensive knowledge of dementia memory disorders and early diagnostic assessment.

• Strong understanding of the psychological behavioural social and health impacts associated with cognitive decline.

• Highly developed verbal and written communication skills.

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.

• Current Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check or willingness to obtain.

What We Offer

At St Vincents we are committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive.

• Salary packaging benefits to increase your take-home pay.

• A collaborative and supportive multidisciplinary team environment.

• Opportunities to contribute to specialist dementia and memory services.

• A culture of continuous improvement and professional excellence.

• Convenient Kew location with easy public transport access and on-site parking options.

• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to patients and families navigating cognitive change and dementia.

About CDAMS-GMC

The Cognitive Dementia & Memory Service (CDAMS) Geriatric Medical Clinic is one of St Vincents Health Independence Program (HIP) services.

CDAMS-GMC is a specialist diagnostic clinic for people aged 50 years and over who are concerned about memory loss or changes in thinking and cognition.

Our multidisciplinary team includes:

• Neuropsychologists

• Nurses

• Occupational Therapists

• Social Workers

• Geriatricians

• Aged Psychiatrists

• Administrative Support Staff

Together we provide comprehensive assessment diagnosis and support for people experiencing cognitive change.

Working at St Vincents

St Vincents Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching research and tertiary health service. Guided by our values of Compassion Justice Integrity and Excellence we provide a diverse range of adult clinical services and are committed to delivering outstanding patient care education and research.

Application

Please attach your resume and cover letter as part of your application. Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early if a suitable candidate is identified.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is central to our mission and we value a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community we serve. Please visit our website for further information regarding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at SVHM.

SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine-preventable diseases in healthcare settings. Successful applicants may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations and vaccinations including annual influenza vaccination. Successful applicants must meet current vaccination requirements. Please contact us if you would like further information.

Contact

Vicki McCracken Occupational Therapist Acting Team Leader

Health Independence Program (HIP) - Cognitive Dementia & Memory Service Geriatric Medical Clinic

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Reconciliation Action Plan:

At St Vincents we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming safe equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

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