Consultant Paediatric Neurologist

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Monash Children's Hospital is looking for a paediatric neurologist for 12 months from October 2025.

This position offers an opportunity for both newly qualified consultants looking to consolidate their practice and experienced specialists seeking a supportive environment. You'll join a collaborative team with flexible work arrangements, access to a broad case mix, and the space to pursue subspecialty interests --all while enjoying Melbourne's vibrant lifestyle. We are flexible, and would be happy to discuss shorter periods in the role or other arrangements, and would consider someone without the formal designation but close to subspecialist recognition. This role allows you to grow professionally while maintaining a healthy work -life balance. 

Our service provides comprehensive care across epilepsy, neuromuscular disorders, paediatric stroke, neuroimmunology, neurogenetics, nerve conduction studies and EMG, and long-term EEG monitoring. The role involves inpatient and outpatient care, participation in the on-call roster and contribution to multidisciplinary clinics, teaching, and service development. 

Whether you are keen to develop expertise, expand academic and teaching experience, or simply enjoy practicing with supportive colleagues, this position offers the chance to thrive. 

About Monash Health 

Monash Health is Victoria's largest public health service. We are proud to provide healthcare to one quarter of Melbourne's population, across the entire lifespan from newborn and children, to adults, the elderly, their families and carers. More than 22,000 employees work at over 40 care locations across southeastern Melbourne, including Monash Medical Centre, Monash Children's Hospital, Moorabbin Hospital, Dandenong Hospital, Casey Hospital, Kingston Centre, Cranbourne Centre, and an extensive network of rehabilitation, aged care, community health and mental health facilities. For more information, please visit www.monashhealth.org  

About Monash Doctors 

There are more than 1,300 Junior Medical staff positions at Monash Health in over 200 medical specialties, to help grow your career. We offer unparalleled opportunities in Victoria's largest & most clinically diverse teaching health service.

About Paediatric Neurology  

Paediatric Neurology at Monash Children's Hospital provides inpatient, outpatient, and consultative care for children with a wide range of neurological conditions including epilepsy, neuromuscular disorders, neurogenetic and neurometabolic disorders, stroke, and neurodevelopmental disabilities. The unit works closely with other paediatric specialties, general paediatrics and with adult neurology to provide comprehensive and lifespan care. The service includes:  

• Acute inpatient care   

• EEG and neurophysiology diagnostics  

• Outpatient clinics  

• Registrar and fellow education  

About the Role  

The successful applicant will contribute to the delivery of excellent paediatric neurology care across the Monash Children's network and include inpatient and outpatient clinical responsibilities, participation in weekly MDTs and other quality and safety activities, research, and training of junior staff. The position is based at Monash Children's Hospital, Clayton and will be for 12 months in the first instance. An adjunct University appointment may be considered.   

What you need:  

• Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)  

• Appropriate health professional tertiary qualifications (MBBS or Equivalent)  

• Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP) with certification in Paediatric Neurology  

What we offer:  

• Salary packaging  

• Onsite discounted staff parking  

• Discounted banking (BankVic)  

• Onsite Gym  

• Access to professional development courses and seminars  

Offers of employment can only be made once all required probity checks have been completed. These include:  

• reference checks  

• a clear Police Check conducted within the last three months  

• a current Victorian Employee Working with Children's Check (or proof of payment for same)  

• proof of immunisation.  

The incumbent must complete the Credentialing and Scope of Practice process prior to appointment and commencement. This will be reviewed on a regular basis. As part of our selection process, you may be invited to participate in a face-to-face or on-camera video interview.