Senior Neuropsychologist (Fixed Term)

Monash Health exists to reimagine care, so that people can live their best lives. We provide safe and equitable care, for every stage of life, delivered with world-leading expertise and over 175 years of experience. As a leading academic health service, we're committed to providing tomorrow's care today by integrating research, teaching and training into everyday practice.

This is a time limited role with a focus on advanced neuropsychological assessment and intervention to children and young people diagnosed with oncological or haematological conditions within a specialist multidisciplinary team. Fixed term part-time until 30/06/2028 (multiple roles available). We are committed to supporting work life balance and can offer flexible family friendly working arrangements for the right candidate.

Grade 3 Neuropsychology role in paediatric oncology and haematology:

• Make a meaningful impact for children, families and long-term survivors through assessment and intervention
• Contribute to research examining cognitive outcomes associated with childhood cancer and cancer treatment

Based at Monash Children's Hospital, Clayton.

About the Role:

Join our team as a Grade 3 Neuropsychologist on a fixed term part-time role (multiple positions available) to work at Monash Children's Hospital based at Clayton. In this role, you will:

• Deliver advanced paediatric neuropsychological assessment across the cancer care continuum, including baseline, post-treatment and longitudinal follow-up
• Provide clear, timely neuropsychological reports and feedback to families, clinicians, schools and external agencies
• Develop and implement evidence-based, individualised interventions addressing cognition, learning, behaviour, fatigue and emotional wellbeing associated with cancer and cancer related treatments
• Support school re-entry, family engagement, discharge planning and referral to ongoing neuropsychological supports including NDIS and disability inclusion, as appropriate
• Engage in research
• Contribute to specialist consultation, supervision, education, and service development activities

You will be guided under the leadership of Monash Health Psychology, Medical Director of the MCCC, Nurse Unit Manager MCC and will create strong relationships with the broader MCCC Allied Health team.

About You:

To be successful in this role, you will bring the following demonstrated skills, experience, and attributes:

• Experience in or a strong interest in pursuing a career in paediatric oncology and haematology or experience working with young people with serious health/medical conditions and diagnoses
• You hold endorsement in Clinical Neuropsychology and have a minimum 5 years' experience working as a registered psychologist at Grade 2 level (or equivalent)
• You are a board approved supervisor with the Psychology Board of Australia or would be eligible to undergo the appropriate training within 6 months of commencing the role
• You are a collaborative team player who values partnership, shared expertise and working closely within a multidisciplinary team

Why you will love working with us:

• Flexibility with EFT
• An opportunity to work as a part of a skilled multidisciplinary team, where psychology is respected and valued
• Being part of the greater psychology network and team with the support of a well-established Psychology directorate and regular professional supervision
• Genuine career opportunities and progression
• Opportunity to make a difference in the life of children and young people, and their families
• Support for research opportunities
• Excellent benefits including dedicated professional development leave and an active clinical education program
• Access to benefits including salary packaging to increase your take-home pay, access to onsite discounted staff car parking and gym, and the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Our Culture and Values:

At Monash Health, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our culture is inclusive, supportive and future-focused, underpinned by clear values and a commitment to continuous improvement. Our teams play a critical role in bringing our new strategy to life, challenging traditional approaches, embracing innovation, and ensuring every appointment reflects our commitment to equity, transparency and excellence.

You'll be encouraged to share ideas, contribute to improvement initiatives, and grow alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about what they do. We are Full Hearted, Open Minded and All In, enabling excellent service delivery and a positive candidate and employee experience every time. We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards.