Stroke Consultant and Continuous Improvement Lead

Stroke Consultant and Continuous Improvement Lead Fixed‑term 0.3 EFT appointment (2 February 2026 – 31 January 2027)

About the role

Provide specialist clinical expertise and leadership within the Stroke Service.

Contribute to excellence in patient care, education, research and continuous improvement initiatives.

Support the values, mission, and strategic priorities of St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne.

Deliver excellence in the clinical management and care of patients within the Stroke Service.

Contribute to St Vincent’s teaching, research, and clinical governance programs.

Key responsibilities

Provide specialist medical consultation to outpatient stroke clinics (Tuesday mornings and Friday afternoons) and, as required, to inpatients (e.g., code stroke attendance and leave cover).

Coordinate the monthly Stroke Journal Club and prepare cases for the quarterly Stroke Mortality Meeting and bimonthly Stroke Interventional Neuroradiology Meeting.

Lead continuous improvement initiatives in consultation with the Stroke Head of Unit, including the delivery of the Code Stroke Simulation Training Program.

Act as the clinical lead for protocol development, review and implementation within the Stroke Unit.

Participate in weekly Neuroradiology and Department meetings (Friday mornings) and contribute actively to Stroke Team meetings and tutorials.

Your contribution

You must be a legally qualified medical practitioner registered or registrable with AHPRA.

FRACP with specialisation in Neurology (or equivalent).

Indemnification with a recognised/approved medical defence association.

Compliance with RACP CPD program.

Current certification for National Institute of Health Stroke Score (NIHSS), modified Rankin Score (mRS) and Good Clinical Practice (GCP).

Completion of Stroke Fellowship (or similar).

What we offer

A focus on wellbeing initiatives, with regular events and programs.

Confidential, solutions‑focused employee counselling.

Ability to join Fitness Passport – Your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities.

Salary Packaging – Increase your take home pay!

In the heart of Fitzroy, CBD at our doorstep, close to some of Melbourne’s best cafes, public transport and lots of carparks.

Discounts and promotions always available through our Foundation.

Regular opportunities for professional development to assist you to reach your career goals.

Culture of continuous improvement.

Application Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application.

Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced.

Inclusion We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve.

Health and safety requirements

SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine‑preventable diseases in healthcare settings. You may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations).

This position is subject to a Victorian government direction regarding vaccination against COVID‑19. Successful applicants must meet these vaccination requirements.

Closing date 3 December 2025 11:59pm

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