AHP3 Psychologist

SA Health; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 112,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Adelaide Local Health Network is seeking a Psychologist to join the Acute Allied Health Division, working across medical and surgical areas to plan, deliver and evaluate Psychology Services in collaboration with patients and the multidisciplinary team.

The role requires PsyBA registration with an endorsed area of practice in Clinical or Health Psychology and significant clinical experience in evidence-based interventions and psychometric assessment.

Qualifications

• Appropriate Degree or equivalent qualification recognised by the PsyBA and general registration with PsyBA.
• Endorsed area of practice in Clinical Psychology or Health Psychology.
• Significant relevant clinical experience in the delivery of relevant models and practices.
• Experience in the effective development, implementation and evaluation of service improvement activities.
• Ability to design and implement evidence-based psychological interventions and treatments.
• Ability to apply high-level psychometric assessment, research and program design skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level psychological, cognitive and behavioural assessments and evidence-based treatments for patients with complex health issues.
• Offer expert consultancy and psycho-education to staff supporting patients with complex psychological needs.
• Establish and develop internal and external networks of service providers to deliver resources and pathways and act as a psychological services consultant.

Skills

Clinical psychology

Psychometric assessment

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Evidence-based interventions

Education

PsyBA-registered Clinical/Health Psych

Job description

Southern Adelaide Local Health Network Salary $112,139.00 - $120,284.00 p.a. (Pro Rata) AHP3 | Full Time - Ongoing

We are looking for a Psychologist to join our team Help us to make a difference in the lives of our patients! An exciting opportunity to join the Acute Allied Health Division of SALHN. Working across medical and surgical areas, you will use your professional judgement to plan, develop, deliver and evaluate Psychology Services, working collaboratively with patients and the multidisciplinary team.

About the role

As the Psychologist for Acute Allied Health, some of your duties may involve:

• Providing high level, evidence-based Psychological, Cognitive and Behavioural/Emotional assessment, diagnosis and appropriate treatment of mental health, cognitive and psychological issues in patients with complex health issues.
• Providing your expert opinion, consultancy and psycho-education services to staff who are supporting patients with complex psychological, cognitive or mental health issues to maximise self-management strategies.
• Establishing and developing internal and external networks of service providers to deliver the best possible patient resources and pathways and to act as a consultant in clinical psychological services.

About you

• Appropriate Degree or equivalent qualification recognised by the PsyBA and general registration with PsyBA and an endorsed area of practice in Clinical Psychology or Health Psychology.
• Significant relevant clinical experience in the delivery of relevant models and practices.
• Demonstrated experience in the effective development, implementation and evaluation of service improvement activities.
• Ability to apply a high-level of competence in designing and implementing evidence-based psychological interventions and treatments, with a broad range of Clinical Psychology clinical skills.
• Ability to apply a high level of competence and extensive knowledge in psychometric assessment, research and program design.
• Ability to problem solve, time manage and apply specialist skills to complex issues relating to client therapy and the psychology service.

Please see the attached Role Description for additional information. Please note: The attached role description is currently under review and may be adjusted prior to appointment. All applicants will be provided with the finalised role description.

Attachments

• 938806 AHP3 Psychologist (Acute Allied Health) - Role Description.pdf
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Application Closing Date: 11.55 pm Sunday 11th October 2026.

Applicant Information

• We also offer salary sacrifice benefits which provide the opportunity to save money by paying for some of your everyday expenses from your salary before it is taxed.
• Click here to find out more about salary packaging.
• The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part‑time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and Immunisation compliance as indicated on the Role description.
• SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace..
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.

Job Reference

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