Head of Neurosurgery

Position Overview Staff Specialist Clinician - Neurosurgery Remuneration Package:

$249,959 - $305,454 (including salary $213,380 - $261,100) Locations:

Darwin, Palmerston – Northern Territory Contract:

3 years fixed, one full time vacancy

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and direction to the Territory’s leading team of Neurosurgeons at Royal Darwin and Palmerston Hospital.

Lead and direct the Department of Neurosurgery, including human resource management, supervision of medical staff, and departmental performance.

Participate as a member of the senior management team supporting divisional clinical governance, operations and strategic programmes.

Manage patient flow and demand management strategies, safety and quality, clinical audit and review, staff mentoring and training and promote a culture of high‑performing teams.

Foster partnerships between healthcare providers and lead continuous quality improvement activities to enhance multi‑disciplinary care and contribute to NT Health clinical leadership.

Maximise clinical activity throughput in Operating Theatres, Outpatients and Outreach.

Qualifications

Eligibility for specialist registration with the Medical Board of Australia.

Current Fellowship of a relevant Medical College.

Demonstrated professional leadership in the provision of Neurosurgery services.

Track record in the pursuit of clinical excellence.

Effective leadership, interpersonal communication and relationship building skills.

Commitment to ensuring equity of access to quality health care and participation in continuing education, teaching and research.

Benefits Competitive remuneration package including 12% superannuation, six weeks recreational leave and three weeks personal leave, 10 days professional development leave, 17.5% annual leave loading and opportunity for professional development within NT Health. AHPRA registered specialists can receive a Private Practice Allowance of up to 50% of base pay.

Application Process Applicants will be assessed at both the Senior Medical Officer levels and offers will be made based on qualifications and experience. Applications should consist of a one-page summary sheet, resume/CV, copies of relevant qualifications and contact details for two referees.

About the Role If you reside interstate, Royal Darwin Hospital is a great place to advance your Neurosurgical skills while experiencing the uniqueness of living and working in the Top End. Relocation assistance may be available to the successful applicant.

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