Neurospine Institute WA, a leading medical facility specializing in neurosurgery and spine care, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon to join our esteemed team. We are dedicated to providing exceptional patient care through advanced surgical techniques and innovative treatments. This is an outstanding opportunity to work alongside a multidisciplinary team and contribute to the advancement of spine surgery care.

We are committed to providing comprehensive spine care and improving the quality of life for our patients. This is an exceptional opportunity to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team and contribute to the advancement of spine surgery. Our specialist surgeons are supported by a dedicated team of specialist medical, pain and rehabilitation physicians, physiotherapists, nursing and administration staff, allowing the delivery of high quality clinical outcomes and service to patients in need of neuro-spinal care.

Neurospine Institute Vision:

To be recognised as the leader in the provision of best quality healthcare services for people with spinal and neurosurgical problems in the regions that we serve.

Neurospine Institute Values:

CARE

• Compassion: We care for our patients and understand their needs, feelings and concerns.
• Accountability: We are responsible for giving our absolute best effort in everything we undertake.
• Responsiveness: We are committed to providing patients and referring doctors with access to a highly responsive service.
• Excellence: We deliver quality patient outcomes and continually seek to improve and advance medicine in Australia.

Role & Responsibilities

• Perform complex orthopaedic spine surgeries, including but not limited to minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MISS) techniques including MISS and tubular decompression techniques, percutaneous screws, navigation techniques, LLIF, OLIF (ATP) and MISS L5/S1 ALIF, TLIF and PLIF. Spinal deformity surgery, motion preservation techniques (TDR, DSS) and intradural surgery is also regularly seen. The case mix is predominantly degenerative, but trauma, tumour, AIS and infective cases are frequent.
• Evaluate and diagnose patients with spinal conditions through physical examinations, medical imaging, and other diagnostic tools.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with a team of healthcare professionals, including neurosurgeons, physiotherapists, and pain management specialists.
• Provide preoperative and postoperative care to patients, ensuring their well-being and recovery.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in orthopaedic spine surgery techniques, research, and technologies, and contribute to the continuous improvement of our practice.
• Every surgical patient is enrolled in an outcomes database offering multiple research opportunities, and involvement with our research foundation is highly encouraged. Our practice incorporates in house perioperative and pain physicians and spinal-focused physiotherapists.
• Participate in teaching and mentoring activities for medical students, residents, and fellows (we are a registered AO Spine Fellowship Centre). Our surgeons lecture nationally and internationally at conferences, educational events and for AO Spine regularly.

Requirements

• Medical degree from a recognized institution with Registration as a Medical Practitioner with APRHA, and Fellowship with the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS).
• Current rights to work in Australia (Australian or New Zealand citizenship or Australian permanent resident)
• Extensive experience in performing a wide range of orthopaedic spine surgeries.
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and lifelong learning.

Benefits

We offer a highly competitive remuneration package commensurate with your experience and qualifications. Additional benefits include:

• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• State-of-the-art facilities and advanced surgical technology.
• Opportunities for professional development and research involvement.
• Work-life balance with reasonable on-call requirements.
• Relocation assistance for interstate or international candidates.

Application Process

To apply for this position, please submit the following documents:

• Cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.
• Curriculum vitae (CV) detailing your qualifications, experience, and professional achievements.
• Contact information for three professional references.

Note: Only applicants who meet the specified criteria will be considered for this position. Applications will be treated with strict confidentiality.