Psychologist - Advanced

Queensland Government; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Superannuation up to 12.75%

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Metro North Health in Brisbane is seeking a senior clinical psychologist to lead heart and lung transplantation psychology services, providing expert care across the transplant journey from pre-operative assessment to post-operative support.

You will mentor psychologists, supervise students, drive quality improvement and contribute to research programs across state and national networks, aligning with professional development and workforce planning.

Qualifications

• Deliver specialised transplant psychology services across the transplant journey.
• Mentor and supervise psychologists, interns and students.
• Lead quality improvement, service development and research initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Deliver specialised transplant psychology services to patients with cardiac/respiratory conditions.
• Work within a multidisciplinary transplant team to influence patient care and outcomes.
• Lead innovative quality improvement, service development and research initiatives.

Skills

Transplant psychology

Leadership

Research

Mentoring

Education

PhD or Doctorate in Psychology

Job description

About the rolePermanent full time opportunity to lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of quality and service improvement activities related to heart and lung transplantation, and develop and drive research programs, and as required by the clinical programs and psychology department.About youOur ideal candidate will be someone who can carry out the following key accountabilities in accordance with the Metro North Health's values:Deliver specialised transplant psychology services, supporting patients with complex cardiac and respiratory conditions through every stage of the transplant journey.Work as a valued member of a highly skilled multidisciplinary transplant team, influencing holistic patient care and outcomes.Lead innovative quality improvement, service development, and research initiatives that shape the future of transplant psychology.Provide expert clinical leadership, consultation, and advice across hospital, state-wide, and national healthcare networks.Mentor and supervise psychologists, interns, and students while contributing to education and workforce development.Expand your expertise in a highly specialised field through ongoing professional development, research collaboration, and advanced clinical practice.Benefits when working for usRewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areasValue driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balanceFlexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increasesBenefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75% and access to salary packagingMetro North Health offers a dynamic and progressive environment at the forefront of healthcare, research, and education. With a strong commitment to inclusion, flexibility, and professional development, we provide meaningful opportunities in a workplace that puts people first. You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Metro North here: https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/careersApplications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged and welcomed.Find out about the role in more detail and how to apply in the attached Role Description.APPLICATIONS RECEIVED VIA THIRD PARTIES (RECRUITMENT AGENCIES ETC.) WILL NOT BE ACCEPTEDThis work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.