Psychologist | Contractor Opportunity | Bribie Island QLD (10004260)

Health Workforce Queensland; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 96,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Health Workforce Queensland is seeking an AHPRA-registered Psychologist (General or Clinical) to establish and grow a practice on Bribie Island. This contractor role offers flexibility to shape a preferred caseload across Medicare Better Access, DVA, NDIS, WorkCover and private referrals.

You will work in a multidisciplinary setting with GPs, nurses and visiting specialists, with dedicated consulting rooms and telehealth capability, plus administrative support to streamline bookings and billing.

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA registration as a Psychologist (General or Clinical).
• Demonstrated ability to work independently within a contractor arrangement.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience delivering evidence-based psychological interventions.
• Eligibility to provide services under Medicare Better Access funding.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychological services to a broad client base via Medicare Better Access, DVA, NDIS, WorkCover and private referrals.
• Deliver telehealth as part of the role; primary focus is face-to-face consultations from well-equipped rooms.
• Shape a flexible caseload to suit full-time, part-time, or split arrangements between Bribie Island and Brisbane.

Skills

AHPRA-registered Psychologist

Independent contractor experience

Interpersonal communication

Telehealth capability

Tools

Best Practice software

Telehealth tools

Job description

Psychologist | Contractor Opportunity | Bribie Island QLD (10004260)

• High demand for psychological services with an established referral base


• Work alongside GPs, nurses and visiting specialists in a multidisciplinary setting


• Dedicated consulting room with telehealth capability and administrative support


• Diverse caseload including Better Access, DVA, NDIS, WorkCover and private clients


• Contractor arrangement with terms negotiated under a Facilities and Services Agreement

Position Highlights

• High demand for psychological services with an established referral base


• Work alongside GPs, nurses and visiting specialists in a multidisciplinary setting


• Dedicated consulting room with telehealth capability and administrative support


• Diverse caseload including Better Access, DVA, NDIS, WorkCover and private clients


• Contractor arrangement with terms negotiated under a Facilities and Services Agreement

Employment Type

• Contractor arrangement under a Facilities and Services Agreement


• Flexible full-time or part-time hours available

Practice Information

This modern, growing healthcare organisation provides comprehensive primary healthcare services alongside visiting specialists. The practice offers purpose-built consulting facilities, Best Practice software with telehealth capability, administrative support for bookings and billing, and opportunities for multidisciplinary collaboration. Patients regularly seek access to local psychological services, with many holding current Mental Health Treatment Plans and preferring to receive care within their community.

Position Description

An opportunity exists for an AHPRA-registered Psychologist (General or Clinical) to establish and grow a practice within a busy healthcare setting.

The successful candidate will provide psychological services to a broad client base through a mix of Medicare Better Access, DVA, NDIS, WorkCover and private referrals. Telehealth services will form part of the role; however, the primary focus is face-to-face consultations delivered from well-equipped consulting rooms.

The role offers flexibility to shape a preferred caseload and may suit a clinician seeking to work full-time, part-time, or split their working week between Bribie Island and Brisbane.

Position Requirements

• Current AHPRA registration as a Psychologist (General or Clinical)


• Demonstrated ability to work independently within a contractor arrangement


• Strong interpersonal and communication skills


• Experience providing evidence-based psychological interventions


• Eligibility to provide services under relevant funding streams including Medicare Better Access

After Hours Requirements

No after-hours requirements.

About Bribie Island

Bribie Island is a popular coastal community located in the Moreton Bay region of Queensland. Known for its relaxed lifestyle, beautiful beaches and access to the Pumicestone Passage, the area offers an attractive balance between professional practice and lifestyle. Residents benefit from a strong sense of community while maintaining convenient access to Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast.

Following successful placement, eligible candidates may be entitled to receive support and financial assistance through Health Workforce Queensland's comprehensive workforce attraction and retention incentives. This position may be eligible for a scholarship or bursary for ongoing professional development.