Clinical Psychologist (Gynaecological Oncology)

NSW Health; Sydney; On-site; AUD 82,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

NSW Health is recruiting a Clinical Psychologist for the Gynaecological Oncology service at Westmead. This permanent part-time role involves 16 hours per week, with remuneration between AUD 59.59 and AUD 72.63 per hour. You will work within a multidisciplinary team to support patients and families throughout the cancer journey.

The role emphasizes compassionate, evidence-based care, clinical assessment and intervention, education and research to enhance patient well-being and survivorship.

Qualifications

• APAC accredited postgraduate clinical psychology masters or doctorate.
• Current general registration as a psychologist with AHPRA and eligibility for endorsement in Clinical Psychology.
• Experience in adult mental health and psychological therapies such as CBT/ACT.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychological assessments, formulation and evidence-based interventions.
• Support patients and carers through diagnosis, treatment and survivorship.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to deliver integrated, person-centred care.
• Contribute to clinical research, quality improvement and service evaluation.
• Provide supervision, education and training to health professionals.

Skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Psychological assessment

CBT/ACT therapies

Communication skills

Education and supervision

Education

APAC accredited masters/PhD in Clinical Psychology

AHPRA general registration + endorsement eligibility

Experience in adult mental health

Job description

Clinical Psychologist (Gynaecological Oncology)

Make a meaningful difference when patients and families need it most.
Deliver compassionate, evidence-based care throughout the cancer journey.
Join a collaborative team committed to supporting hope, dignity and wellbeing.

Help people navigate the emotional challenges of cancer through compassionate psychological care, connection and support at every stage of their journey.

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Clinical Psychologist
Remuneration: $59.59 - $72.63 per hour
Hours Per Week: 16
Location: Westmead

Where you'll be working

Join the Gynaecological Oncology service at Westmead, where compassionate, patient-centred care is at the heart of everything we do.
We understand that a cancer diagnosis reaches far beyond the physical. It can bring uncertainty, fear and profound change for patients and the people who love them. Our Gynaecological Oncology service is committed to caring for the whole person, recognising the importance of emotional wellbeing, connection and feeling supported through every stage of the cancer journey.
You’ll join a dedicated, multidisciplinary team that values compassion, collaboration and the difference that thoughtful, person-centred care can make during some of life’s most challenging moments.

• Work within a specialised gynaecological oncology service supporting patients across inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Collaborate with oncology, palliative care and psychosocial professionals to provide coordinated, holistic care.
• Support patients and their loved ones as they navigate diagnosis, treatment, adjustment and survivorship.
• Contribute to a caring team culture where every person's experience, dignity and individual needs matter.
• Help strengthen clinical practice and improve the experience of care through education, research and continuous improvement.

What you'll be doing

As a Clinical Psychologist in this rewarding role, you’ll offer more than psychological assessment and intervention — you’ll create space for people to express their fears, make sense of uncertainty and find ways to cope with the changes cancer can bring.
Through compassionate, evidence-based care, you’ll help patients and families feel heard, supported and better equipped to navigate their individual journeys.
Working closely with the multidisciplinary team, you’ll bring your clinical expertise, empathy and thoughtful approach to supporting emotional wellbeing, strengthening resilience and improving quality of life.

Your day to day will require:

• Providing comprehensive psychological assessment, formulation and evidence-based interventions tailored to the needs of people with gynaecological cancer.
• Supporting patients, families and carers through the emotional challenges of diagnosis, treatment, adjustment and survivorship.
• Working in partnership with the multidisciplinary team to deliver integrated, person-centred care and provide specialist psychological consultation.
• Contributing to clinical research, quality improvement and service evaluation that help enhance patient experiences and outcomes.
• Sharing your knowledge through clinical supervision, education and training, helping other health professionals deliver compassionate, high-quality care.

Make a difference that matters

Sometimes, the greatest difference comes from helping someone feel less alone in an uncertain time. If you’re a Clinical Psychologist who brings warmth, empathy and clinical excellence to your work, we invite you to join NSW Health and make a meaningful difference to patients and families when it matters most.

Bring your expertise. Lead with compassion. Help people feel supported through their cancer journey.

• Qualification: Australia Psychology Accreditation Council accredited postgraduate clinical psychology masters or doctorate.
• Registration: Current general registration as a psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and eligibility for endorsement to practice in the area of Clinical Psychology.

Selection Criteria

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team to accomplish service goals and excellent patient outcomes.
• Demonstrated skills in working with patients and carers in both inpatient and outpatient settings, conducting psychological assessment, formulation and delivery of psychological services.
• Demonstrated experience in adult mental health including experience in a range of psychological therapies such as cognitive behaviour therapy, ACT or other relevant therapies.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal, including capacity to adapt to specific communication needs in patients, carers or staff.
• Capacity and maturity to provide psychological support and education on psycho-social issues for staff.
• Experience in developing or participating in survivorship clinics.

Applications Close: 5 November 2026

Need more information?

People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.

Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit: https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Westmead hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Westmead Hospital. This does not apply for staff with disability.

Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment you must hold current Australian work rights (I.E Australian citizen, permanent resident or NZ citizen with a current passport)