Neurology Consultant
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Austin Health is the major provider of tertiary health services, health professional education and research across three campuses in the north-east of Melbourne and statewide. We have a highly engaged, diverse and collaborative workforce that is unified by our goal to help people live healthy and fulfilled lives.
About the Neurology Department
The Department of Neurology is one of the largest Neurology unit in Victoria. It has established an international reputation in stroke and epilepsy and multiple sclerosis. All areas of neurology are covered by this comprehensive unit. A comprehensive investigation service is maintained including EMG, EEG, Doppler Ultrasound and MRI. The Neurodiagnostic Laboratory is co-located with the Neurology ward on level 6 of the Austin Tower. The Department of Neurology is part of the Division of Specialty Medicine and Statewide Services.
About the role
As the Neuro-Ophthalmology and Headache Specialist, you will provide high-quality, patient-centred assessment and management of individuals with neuro-ophthalmological and headache disorders, including idiopathic intracranial hypertension. This is a parental leave cover from April 2026 until March 2027 working 3.5 hours per week.
A regular day will see you:
- Provide a consultative service to other units as required within outpatient setting
- Supervise trainees and junior medical staff.
About you
You will be someone who has excellent communication skills, with a strong commitment to excellence in patient care. You’ll bring energy and drive to your work, and have a keen interest in developing your skillset.
To be successful in this role you’ll bring with you:
- Current Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians or equivalent Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
- Fellowship or significant expertise in Neuro-ophthalmology
- Expertise in Botox treatment in Headache
- Expertise in Headache management
Our benefits
Working at Austin Health means enjoying a strong sense of purpose, engaging in meaningful work every day. Our people also receive a variety of rewarding benefits, including:
- Greater take-home pay through generous salary packaging, for living expenses, meals, and holiday accommodation.
- A suite of wellness initiatives designed to support you, including discounted fitness memberships and special offers on health insurance, and a comprehensive wellbeing program.
- Onsite childcare at Austin Hospital, easy access via public transport and car parking options.
- Mentoring and career development opportunities.
Work with us!
We are committed to cultural safety and health equity for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander People. We celebrate, value, and include people of all backgrounds, genders, identities, cultures, bodies, and abilities. We welcome and support applications from talented people identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, people with disability, neurodiverse people, LGBTQIA+ and people of all ages and cultures.
If you feel this role is right for you, we encourage your early application. Even if you don’t meet every single requirement, we encourage you to apply. What matters most is your passion, your drive and your willingness to learn and contribute. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the closing date. This means we reserve the right to close a job ad prior to the advertised closing date.
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and if required, a Working With Children Check. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, you are welcome to reach out to the hiring manager: Vincent Thijs, Director of Neurology at Vincent.Thijs@austin.org.au
Interested in finding out more about this opportunity? Read the position description for further details.
Application closing date: Friday 6 March 2026
