Job Opportunity for Locum Stroke Physician or Neurologist
To address the immediate needs of Toowoomba Hospital, we are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Stroke Physician or Neurologist to fill a temporary position.
About the Job
This locum opportunity is designed to provide medical support to patients with stroke-related conditions. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical skills, particularly in hyperacute stroke management, including CT prefrontal reading and thrombolysis. Additionally, experience with clot retrieval and emergency consultations to satellite hospitals is essential.
Required Skills and Qualifications
The successful candidate must possess specialist registration with AHPRA and be able to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team. Experience in managing stroke patients and providing high-quality care is crucial. Furthermore, the ability to communicate complex medical information to patients and their families is vital.
Benefits
We offer a competitive daily rate plus GST, along with provision of accommodation and return economy travel to and from Toowoomba. Additional benefits include mileage reimbursement for car travel at 85c/km. Also, we require our locums to obtain a rebateable provider number prior to commencement. This allows them to claim Medicare rebates for services provided during their stay.
Additional Requirements
* A copy of current AHPRA registration
* Two professional references, no older than 12 months
* Certified copies of driver's licence and passport