Staff Specialist in Neurology

Staff Specialist in Neurology - CCLHD - Apply via eCredential

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Employment Type: Part Time

Position Classification: Staff Specialist

Requisition ID: REQ266126

Applications are invited from suitably qualified medical practitioners eligible for registration in New South Wales for the above position within the Department of Neurology, Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD).

Applicants should be a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians and / or other specialist recognition as provided for in the Staff Specialist (State) Award. (Applicants expecting to be awarded their fellowship within three months may be considered. If successful the applicant will not be subsequently eligible to commence their appointment until the relevant qualifications and requirements are formally completed.)

Central Coast is comprised of Gosford and Wyong, positioned between Sydney and Newcastle, and is expected to grow from ~300,000 to ~450,000 population by 2030. The Local Health District has strong connections with Royal North Shore Hospital and the University of Newcastle.

This position has obligations to both Gosford Hospital and Wyong Hospital. Salary and conditions are in accordance with the Staff Specialist (State) Award.

For enquiries about the position please contact Dr James Evans, Head of Department, CCLHD Neurology, phone or email CCLHD-

Applications are accepted via eCredential ONLY. To apply, click here and follow the Registration/Login process, Create/Update your Clinician Profile and complete the Application and Selection Criteria questions. If you experience difficulties applying please contact Senior Medical Workforce Unit on

Please Note: NSW Health does not require or accept the 'Fit2Work badge' offered as an option in eCredential.

The Health Service is committed to EEO, OH&S, Ethical Practices and the principles of Cultural Diversity. Successful applicants are expected to abide by the Code of Conduct. Relevant criminal record checks will be undertaken on recommended applicants. Employment is subject to current immunity status that complies with the Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases. Salary Packaging is available to enhance benefits.

Applications will not be accepted via agencies.

• Medical Practitioner registered or able to be registered in Australia, inclusive of an unrestricted 19AB exempted provider number.
• Recognised specialist qualifications, Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians and / or other equivalent specialist recognition. (Applicants expecting to be awarded their fellowship within three months may be considered. If successful the applicant will not be subsequently eligible to commence their appointment until the relevant qualifications and requirements are formally completed.)

• Appropriate experience to practice as a Senior Medical Practitioner in Neurology.
• Ability to work constructively and effectively in a Multidisciplinary team environment, demonstrating excellent interpersonal and communications skills.
• Willingness and ability to lead and supervise medical and surgical trainees, residents and medical students; eg experience in teaching the management of the deteriorating patient would be advantageous.
• Demonstrated interest in quality improvement methodologies.
• Demonstrated commitment to Caring for the Coast vision, goals and strategies, with demonstrated behaviours aligning to NSW CORE values and CCLHD Values and Behaviours charter.
• Demonstrated subspecialty interest in headache with experience in headache management.

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Applications Close: 09 September 2025

To apply, follow the eCredential process: Create/Update your Clinician Profile and complete the Application and Selection Criteria questions. If you experience difficulties applying please contact Senior Medical Workforce Unit on

Relevant criminal record checks will be undertaken on recommended applicants. Employment is subject to immunisation status in line with requirements. Salary Packaging is available to enhance benefits.

The Health Service is committed to EEO, OH&S, Ethical Practices and Cultural Diversity. Successful applicants are expected to abide by the Code of Conduct.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified medical practitioners eligible for registration in NSW for the above position within the Department of Neurology, Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD).
Important: This description contains the essential information for the role and its requirements as originally provided.