At a Glance
- Tasks: Perform advanced neurodiagnostic procedures and contribute to patient care.
- Company: Join the renowned Westmead Hospital, a leader in clinical excellence and research.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, ongoing professional development, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Be part of a collaborative team focused on quality and continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patient outcomes while developing your expertise in neurophysiology.
- Qualifications: Tertiary qualification in science or nursing and willingness to learn.
The predicted salary is between 79434 - 113299 $ per year.
Work with advanced neurodiagnostic technology in a leading hospital. Deliver specialised EEG, NCS/EMG and Evoked Potential services. Join a collaborative team committed to clinical excellence and research. Build your expertise in neurophysiology while delivering high-quality diagnostic services that enhance patient care across acute and outpatient settings.
Where you'll be working:
Westmead Hospital is one of Australia's largest tertiary referral hospitals and a recognised centre of excellence for clinical care, education and research. Working within the Neurophysiology Department, you will join a supportive multidisciplinary team dedicated to delivering high-quality neurodiagnostic services to both inpatient and outpatient populations. Our team is committed to innovation, continuous learning and excellence in patient-centred care, offering a rewarding environment where you can further develop your specialist neurophysiology skills.
In this role, you'll perform neurodiagnostic procedures to help diagnose neurological conditions and directly contribute to patient outcomes. This includes:
- Performing EEG, NCS/EMG, EP, and tremor studies on patients in the hospital
- Troubleshooting equipment and interpreting results
- Creating scientific reports for clinical teams
- Guiding and educating patients through procedures
- Collaborating with experienced neurologists, scientists and multidisciplinary teams
- Accessing ongoing professional development, training and research opportunities
- Contributing to a culture focused on quality, safety and continuous improvement
What you'll be doing:
As a Scientific Officer within Neurophysiology, you will provide specialised diagnostic services for patients referred to the department while maintaining the highest standards of clinical practice, technical proficiency and patient care. You will work independently across a range of neurodiagnostic investigations and contribute to service development, education and research initiatives.
- Perform and report on neurophysiology investigations including EEG, sleep-deprived EEG, video telemetry, ambulatory studies, NCS/EMG support, Evoked Potential and tremor studies
- Deliver patient-centred care through specialised neurodiagnostic testing for inpatient and outpatient services
- Identify, troubleshoot and resolve technical issues while recognising and escalating significant abnormalities when required
- Contribute to research, quality improvement initiatives, policy development and evidence-based clinical practice
- Participate in teaching, education, professional development activities and multidisciplinary collaboration
Make a Difference Where It Matters:
Join a team where your expertise helps shape better health outcomes for patients every day. At Westmead Hospital, you'll have the opportunity to grow your career, contribute to innovative healthcare services and be part of an organisation committed to delivering world-class care.
Selection Criteria:
- Tertiary qualification in a science or nursing related field
- Demonstrated knowledge in technical procedures associated with specialised procedures and/or treatments relevant to a speciality and willingness to learn
- Ability to work in a responsible and efficient manner and to manage competing priorities to meet deadlines
- Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment whilst working autonomously to deliver results within specified timeframes set to meet client expectations
- Well-developed interpersonal skills and good oral and written communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively with customers, patients and staff
- Display initiative, problem solving and analytical skills including an ability to apply established principles in the speciality and resolve general and complex issues within the Department
- Commitment to the principles of quality management and maintaining continuous quality improvement to patient care within WSLHD
People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
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Contact Details:
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