Neuropsychologist - Research

Temporary part time opportunity to implementation research trialling a new model of care for people with Parkinson’s Disease (PD) at the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital. This PDCogniCare research program aims to improve evaluation of cognitive impairment and a diagnosis of dementia in PD. This neuropsychologist position will be responsible for developing, planning, and implementing clinical and research activities as part of research programs.

About the role

Temporary part time opportunity to implementation research trialling a new model of care for people with Parkinson's Disease (PD) at the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital. This PDCogniCare research program aims to improve evaluation of cognitive impairment and a diagnosis of dementia in PD. This neuropsychologist position will be responsible for developing, planning, and implementing clinical and research activities as part of research programs.

About you

Our ideal candidate will be someone who can carry out the following key accountabilities in accordance with the Metro North Health's values:

• Independently apply evidence-based clinical neuropsychology principles and professional judgment whilst following a research protocol.
• Efficiently complete neuropsychological evaluation and reports in a timely manner with minimal direct clinical supervision.
• Collaborate with interprofessional clinical experts, researchers, consumers, and other key stakeholders to deliver the objectives of the research program.
• Utilise effective interpersonal skills at all levels, including consultation, presentation and high-level written communication skills, and liaison in clinical neuropsychology to consumers and multidisciplinary team members in the care of inpatients and outpatients of the PDCogniCare project.

Benefits when working for Metro North Allied Health

• Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases
• Benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of 12.75% and access to generous salary packaging
• Additional entitlements for employees (casual employees excluded) may include sick leave, carer's leave, long service leave, paid parental leave, leave without pay to travel, professional development allowance and leave
• 5% annual leave loading with up to 27.5% for shift workers
• Rewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas
• Value driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance

Be part of a world-class, dynamic and growing health service that embraces technology and innovation, excellence in healthcare, quality teaching and cutting edge research. Metro North Health is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace for all employees. We offer unique and rewarding professional development opportunities in a safe and flexible work environment with a focus on putting our people first. You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Metro North here: https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/careers

Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged and welcomed.

Find out about the role in more detail and how to apply in the attached Role Description.

APPLICATIONS RECEIVED VIA THIRD PARTIES (RECRUITMENT AGENCIES ETC.) WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED