Consultant Psychiatrist

Mercy Health Australia; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing professional development opportunities

Generous salary packaging options

Health and wellbeing programs

Flexible rostering

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Victoria is seeking a full-time Consultant Psychiatrist for its well-supported Adult Inpatient Psychiatric Unit. The ideal candidate will be committed to delivering exceptional patient-centred care and have extensive experience in mental health management. Enjoy a flexible work environment with opportunities for professional development and generous salary packaging benefits.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in working effectively with consumers who have psychosocial mental health needs.
• Experience in the identification and management of a range of mental health issues including psychosis, anxiety, depression, and complex PTSD.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional patient-centred care.
• Manage and support individuals with diverse mental health needs.
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Autonomy

Organizational skills

Compassionate care

Education

Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists

Registration with the Australian Medical Board (AHPRA)

Job description

Full time consultant psychiatrist with FRANZCP to work at Mercy Mental Health & Wellbeing Service (MMH&WS) in a well-supported Adult Inpatient Psychiatric Unit.

Employment Type: Permanent & Semi-permanent

Hours: 38 hours per week

Salary: As per EBA and classification level

Location: Primary site being Werribee Mercy Hospital

Application: Please upload Resume and Cover Letter

Contact: Dr Michael Lograsso, Director of Medical Services, Mercy Mental Health & Wellbeing Service, [e-mail], 0419 171 108

About the opportunity

Mercy Mental Health & Wellbeing Service (MMH&WS), a provider of public mental health services for the southwestern metropolitan area of Melbourne is seeking an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist for work at our Inpatient Psychiatric Unit. This position is a combination of part permanent EFT and part long service leave cover and this is open to negotiation.

The position will be based at our Clare Moore Building, Werribee Mercy Hospital. This 54 bed adult acute psychiatrist inpatient unit is very well supported with six consultant psychiatrists and an ever-growing JMO workforce and robust registrar training program.

MMH&WS covers Australia's most diverse and growing population with a commitment to quality patient centred care and recovery orientated practice making this position both challenging and rewarding.

What you'll bring

You're resilient, compassionate and have a whole lot of heart. Most importantly, you are committed to delivering exceptional patient-centred care.

Qualifications

• Registration with the Australian Medical Board (AHPRA)
• Extensive experience in working effectively with consumers who have psychosocial mental health needs
• Experience in the identification and management of a range of mental health issues including psychosis, anxiety, depression, complex post-traumatic stress disorder and risk issues
• Autonomy, organisational skills and ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team
• Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists or (or working towards)

To thrive in this role, you will have:

• Excellent clinical, time management, organisational and communication skills, with the ability to adapt and problem solve.
• A compassionate, flexible and positive approach to effective patient care and management.
• The ability to nurture friendly, respectful relationships and contribute to a collaborative team environment.

Requirements

• A current Police Record Check and Working with Children Check.
• Current COVID-19 certificate, proof of current influenza vaccination and other vaccination status consistent with public health orders.

Why Mercy Health?

We've been supporting people for over 100 years. Now, we're taking all that we have and making it even better. It's about investing in our people and our cultures to create positive experiences and opportunities for all.

• 100+ years of caring
• A team of 10,000 hearts
• Countless moments and lives
• And so much more to come.

You'll also enjoy a range of other benefits, including:

• Develop and expand your skills, knowledge and impact across the scope of practice.
• Advance your career with ongoing professional development opportunities and educational resources in a supportive environment.
• Find a better balance with a flexible rostering.
• Make the most of your pay with our generous salary packaging options.
• Save big with access to a range of retail discounts across financial, healthcare, travel and other services.
• Live, work and feel your best with our health and wellbeing programs including an Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport for you and your family.