Neuropsychologist (Grade 3), Cognitive Dementia and Memory Service

**Employment Type**:

- Temporary Part Time

**Hours per fortnight** - 48

**Job Category**:

- Other Professionals - Psychology

**Req Id -** 5595
- Enhance your career with the largest regional healthcare service in Victoria
- Lifestyle A stone throw from the Surf Coast, Bellarine Peninsula and Great Ocean Road
- Temporary part time opportunity (48 hours per fortnight) parental leave relief

**About Barwon Health**
- Barwon Health is one of the largest and most comprehensive regional health services in Australia, providing care at all stages of life and circumstance. Services available through Barwon Health cover the full spectrum from primary care, community services, aged care, rehabilitation, mental health, emergency and acute care. We serve more than 500,000 people through the efforts of more than 9000 staff and volunteers across more than 20 sites. Barwon Health is committed to developing a vibrant culture of education, training and research that advances health and wellbeing for all.

**About the facility**
- Our major sites include University Hospital Geelong in Geelong’s CBD, the McKellar Centre precinct in North Geelong, Barwon Health North in Norlane, and residential aged care facilities spanning the region. Comprehensive mental health, community health and dental services are delivered through various programs across the Barwon South West Region, including Torquay and Colac.

**About the role**
- The Cognitive, Dementia and Memory Service (CDAMS) offers a specialist multidisciplinary diagnostic service for people with early progressive changes to cognition, speech and language, function and / or behaviour. Our focus is on timely diagnosis where an expert, detailed multidisciplinary team assessment is required.
- The Senior Neuropsychologist will contribute to team based multidisciplinary assessments and care planning which will involve client interviews, carer interviews and client cognitive screening assessments. When indicated, specific diagnostic Neuropsychological assessments will also be completed. The clinician will use their expertise to educate the team, client and carers regarding diagnosis and management of changes in cognition, mood and behaviour. In addition to clinical duties, the Grade 3 Neuropsychologist supervises grade 2 neuropsychologists on the team, neuropsychology students and registrars, provides education to rotating geriatric medicine registrars, participates in quality improvement initiatives, and contributes to research projects within the service.
- The position plays a key role in maintaining high standards of clinical care and supporting the ongoing development of the CDAMS clinic in accordance with Australian Dementia Network Memory Clinic Guidelines and CDAMS best practice guidelines. They work closely with the CDAMS Coordinator in managing waitlists for Neuropsychology assessments and new client assessments. As a senior member of the team, completion of some overall service management and operational tasks may be required.

**About the culture**
- You will have the opportunity to be part of a highly skilled, professional and dedicated team who take pride in providing high quality services. We promote positive, respectful relationships and strong partnerships within the workplace. Grow and develop your capabilities with Barwon Health’s commitment to professional development.

**Barwon Health staff benefits**
- Excellent working conditions with a high sense of job satisfaction
- A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
- Wide-range of professional development opportunities to enhance your career
- Attractive salary packaging benefits. Living expenses capped at $9,010 and meals and entertainment capped at $2,650

**About Geelong** - Derived from the local Wathaurong Aboriginal name for the region Djilang, Geelong is thought to mean ‘Tongue of Land’.
- Geelong offers a range of lifestyle choices including inner city, coastal, suburban and rural homes
- Geelong is home to world class schools and education providers
- Doorstep to the Great Ocean Road, Bellarine Peninsula and the Surf Coast
- Appreciate our vast and abundant parklands, sports and entertainment attractions, and thriving dining and shopping complexes
- To learn more about the region, click here.

**Diversity and Inclusion**
- We believe in the power of diversity and inclusion. We celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of our team members, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected.
- Our commitment to diversity strengthens our ability to provide compassionate and equitable care to all individuals, regardless of their backgrounds, abilities and identities.
- We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards.
- We are also proud to be Totally Smoke Free.
- Prior to commencement with Barwon Health, all new