Consultant Psychiatrist

Mildura Base Public Hospital; Mildura; On-site; AUD 262,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Free parking on-site

On-site cafe

Staff wellbeing programmes

Relocation assistance

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development support

Acon Pride in Diversity membership

Job summary

Mildura Base Public Hospital seeks a Specialist Psychiatrist to provide leadership in high-quality psychiatric services for a community of about 70,000. The role offers full-time or part-time flexibility and collaboration with inpatient and liaison psychiatrists under the Clinical Director.

The position includes an on-call component, a supportive medical team, and opportunities to develop private practice. Relocation assistance may be available, with a friendly regional setting near the Murray

Qualifications

• Primary medical degree and specialist qualifications in Psychiatry.
• Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) or eligibility for Fellowship.
• Experience in crisis intervention and home treatment settings is highly desirable.
• Strong commitment to patient-centred care and continuous improvement.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Education

Primary medical degree

Specialist qualifications in Psychiatry

Fellowship of RANZCP or eligibility

Registration with AHPRA

Job description

Hours: 76 hours Monday to Friday, plus participation in an on-call roster

Remuneration: $262099.42 to $360391.72 + super + salary packaging

Classification: Medical Specialist (Consultant Psychiatrist)

The Team

Mildura Base Public Hospital’s Mental Health Services are offering a unique opportunity to join the dynamic medical team. The service provides the full range of specialist public mental health services to a population of approximately 70,000 people across an area of 25,000 square kilometres.

Located on the iconic Murray River and bordering NSW, Mildura provides a cultural and lifestyle experience few rural and metropolitan cities can offer. The fantastic restaurants serving the bountiful local produce and wine make Mildura a popular tourist destination. The region offers great educational opportunities with a selection of private and public schools. MBPH enjoys academic affiliations with Monash and Latrobe University’s for the provision of undergraduate and postgraduate medical, nursing and allied health education.

As a Specialist Psychiatrist, you will provide leadership in the provision of high-quality psychiatric services to our clients. This excellent opportunity offers the flexibly of either full time or part time work to suit your lifestyle.

You will work closely with inpatient and consultation-liaison psychiatrists and our Clinical Director, fostering collaboration within our experienced and diverse medical team. This role is ideal for a new fellow seeking a mentored experience with unique opportunities not typically available in metropolitan and regional areas.

Small, flexible and nimble mental health service with a commitment to innovation in mental health care

Opportunities to develop private practice

Financial incentives available

Possibility of negotiating flexible working arrangements

Relocation assistance may be available to suitable candidates

Qualifications

Primary medical degree and specialist qualifications in Psychiatry.

Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) or eligibility for Fellowship.

Experience in crisis intervention and home treatment settings is highly desirable.

Strong commitment to patient-centred care and continuous improvement.

About MBPH

At MBPH, we're driven by a genuine focus on patient-centred care. Our workforce of over 1,200 employees is committed to delivering care to our community 24/7, guided by our H.E.A.R.T. values.

Our people, Our H.E.A.R.T.

Our H.E.A.R.T. values (Happy Empathetic Accountable Respectful Team Based) are so much more than words; they are the driving force behind what we do every day. These values are lived throughout the organisation across each department, role and location.

What MBPH has to offer you

• Flexible working arrangements
• An environment where external professional development is supported and encouraged
• Salary Packaging and Novated Leasing Options - Pay less tax
• Free parking on-site
• On-site Cafe
• Staff Well Being, Employee Assistance and Intervention Programs - Free Remedial Therapy and Physiotherapy
• At MBPH, we continue to strengthen our focus on diversity, equity and inclusion practices. This is supported through our internal network if LGBTQIA+ Allies and organisational membership with ACON Pride in Diversity.
• Act with RespectX | We are proud to be a RespectX Accredited Employer. We have zero tolerance for sexual harassment, bullying and discrimination in our organisation. Learn more: www.respectx.com.au

Further information regarding Mildura @ www.visitmildura.com.au

Applicants will be required to provide a current National Police check; an Employee working with children’s check and undertake immunisation screening prior to commencement.