Job Description Location: Melbourne | Northern Metropolitan Job type: Fixed term - Part time Organisation: Austin Health Salary: $45 - $55 Occupation: Health and Allied Health Reference: 1462 About the Medical and Cognitive Research Unit (MCRU) The Medical and Cognitive Research Unit (MCRU) is located at the Heidelberg Repatriation Hospital campus of Austin Health and is tiered within the Continuing Care Clinical Service unit under the Aged Care Services.MCRU has a strong and successful history in conducting numerous clinical trials in various neurodegenerative disorders, with a majority of trials focusing on Alzheimer's Disease.The atmosphere with MCRU is energetic, friendly, and cohesive with a strong teamwork ethic amongst all staff members.About the Neuropsychologist position MCRU has an exciting opportunity for a Neuropsychologist (Grade 2) to join our team at Austin Health for 3 days a week (preferably Wed-Fri) but for the right candidate this is negotiable.The role requires you to administer, score and interpret neuropsychological evaluation and psychometric assessment in accordance with the research protocol.About you You will be someone who has excellent communication skills, with a strong commitment to excellence in patient care and research.Some experience with older people is favourable especially those with cognitive and memory concerns.You'll bring energy and drive to your work, and have a keen interest in developing your skillset.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 benefits, for living expenses, meals and holiday accommodation A suite of wellness initiatives designed to support you, including discounts on fitness memberships and health insurance, and a comprehensive wellbeing program Mentoring and career development opportunities Onsite childcare, easy access via public transport, car parking and end of journey facilities for cyclists 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.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: Melinda Millard,, Ph: .Application closing date: 01 November 2024 #J-18808-Ljbffr