Key Highlights
Specialised Psychiatric Role: Provide expert care in emergency and acute psychiatry within a dynamic hospital setting. Leadership and Clinical Excellence: Offer clinical leadership and supervision within a multidisciplinary mental health team. Diverse and Impactful Work: Engage in both emergency and inpatient psychiatric services, contributing to high-quality patient outcomes.
About the Mental Health Service
Join a dedicated healthcare provider committed to delivering comprehensive mental health services. The service fosters a collaborative, inclusive work environment focused on continuous improvement, research, and innovation in psychiatric care.
Position Details
As a Staff Specialist Psychiatrist, you will:
* Provide assessment and treatment of patients in an acute Psychiatric Emergency Care Centre (PECC) and Emergency Department (ED).
* Deliver expert psychiatric consultation and clinical leadership in a high-paced hospital setting.
* Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including medical, allied health, and nursing staff, to optimise patient care.
* Supervise, support, and mentor psychiatry registrars and junior medical staff.
* Contribute to education, training, and quality improvement initiatives within the mental health service.
* Participate in research and clinical governance to advance psychiatric care models.
Benefits
Competitive Salary Package: Remuneration based on experience and qualifications.
* Professional development and continuous medical education opportunities.
* Exposure to a diverse range of psychiatric cases in emergency and acute care settings.
* Fitness Passport - Discounted gym memberships for employees and families.
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Free professional support services.
Essential Requirements:
* MBBS or equivalent, with registration or eligibility for registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
* Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (FRANZCP) or eligibility for specialist registration.
* Proven expertise in emergency and acute psychiatric care.
* Strong interpersonal, leadership, and teamwork skills within a multidisciplinary environment.
* Demonstrated commitment to education, training, and research in mental health.
About Us
At Paragon Medics, we prioritise your career growth and personal well-being. We are dedicated to supporting healthcare professionals in finding fulfilling roles that align with their expertise and aspirations.
For a confidential discussion, contact Kiran at +61 2 8316 2844 or apply now!