Reference Number: 5866
Category: Medical
Department: Speciality & Statewide Services
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Are you a current Austin Health employee?
If yes, please log in to the Austin Health careers website via ‘Employee Login’ using your network login details to search, view and apply for all career opportunities available.
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 Neurology
The Department of Neurology is one of the largest Neurology units in Victoria. It has established an international reputation in stroke and epilepsy and neuro-immunology. 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.
About the role
Hours per week: 3.5 hours on a Friday am
Employment status: Fixed term Parental Leave backfill
Appointment period: 12 months 16th October 2026 to the 8th October 2027
Additional notes: Outpatient clinic is held on a Friday am each week
As the Neurologist you will be responsible for attending the Outpatient clinic weekly on a Friday.
About you
To be successful for this role you must:
Be a registered Medical Practitioner with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
Hold a Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians or equivalent Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
Have appropriate training and experience applicable to the field of [Speciality]
Demonstrate a commitment to high quality patient care
Demonstrate a commitment to working as a team member with peer medical, junior medical, nursing and other clinical staff to provide efficient, safe and quality care across the continuum, and
Demonstrate a commitment to teaching, training and research.
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.
Paid conference and exam leave
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. Austin Health is a child safe organisation, committed to upholding the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people in line with Child Safe Standards. 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
[email protected].
Interested in finding out more about this opportunity? Read the position description for further details.
Application closing date: Sunday 23 August 2026
Application instructions:
you will be required to sign in or register for an Austin Health Careers Account.
As part of the process, you will be directed to Austin Health’s Online Credentialing System to complete your application. Please follow the instructions on the Credentialing and Scope of Clinical Practice Application Form to ensure your application is processed through the Austin Health Medical Workforce Unit
Please note you will be required to attach copies of the following to your online application:
Cover letter
Current Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Undergraduate Qualification Certificate (Medical Degree)
Completion of fellowship in Neuroimmunology (or equivalent)
Evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
Current Medical Indemnity Certificate
Proof of Identification (current passport or Australian drivers licence)
Working with Children’s Check Card (where applicable)
Are you a current Austin Health employee?
If yes, please log in to the Austin Health careers website via ‘Employee Login’ using your network login details to search, view and apply for all career opportunities available.
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 Neurology
The Department of Neurology is one of the largest Neurology units in Victoria. It has established an international reputation in stroke and epilepsy and neuro-immunology. 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.
About the role
Hours per week: 3.5 hours on a Friday am
Employment status: Fixed term Parental Leave backfill
Appointment period: 12 months 16th October 2026 to the 8th October 2027
Additional notes: Outpatient clinic is held on a Friday am each week
As the Neurologist you will be responsible for attending the Outpatient clinic weekly on a Friday.
About you
To be successful for this role you must:
Be a registered Medical Practitioner with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
Hold a Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians or equivalent Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
Have appropriate training and experience applicable to the field of [Speciality]
Demonstrate a commitment to high quality patient care
Demonstrate a commitment to working as a team member with peer medical, junior medical, nursing and other clinical staff to provide efficient, safe and quality care across the continuum, and
Demonstrate a commitment to teaching, training and research.
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.
Paid conference and exam leave
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. Austin Health is a child safe organisation, committed to upholding the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people in line with Child Safe Standards. 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
[email protected].
Interested in finding out more about this opportunity? Read the position description for further details.
Application closing date: Sunday 23 August 2026
Application instructions:
you will be required to sign in or register for an Austin Health Careers Account.
As part of the process, you will be directed to Austin Health’s Online Credentialing System to complete your application. Please follow the instructions on the Credentialing and Scope of Clinical Practice Application Form to ensure your application is processed through the Austin Health Medical Workforce Unit
Please note you will be required to attach copies of the following to your online application:
Cover letter
Current Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Undergraduate Qualification Certificate (Medical Degree)
Completion of fellowship in Neuroimmunology (or equivalent)
Evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
Current Medical Indemnity Certificate
Proof of Identification (current passport or Australian drivers licence)
Working with Children’s Check Card (where applicable)
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