The Role
An opportunity has become available for a Psychologist – Senior to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 12 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.
You will
1. Deliver high level psychology clinical services including assessment, formulation and treatment
2. Independently exercise clinical judgement in decision making and clinical management, handling an increasingly complex caseload
3. Undertake clinical governance activities related to psychology within the multidisciplinary team
4. Work cooperatively and effectively with patients and within multiple clinical teams
About you
To be successful in this position you will require:
5. A tertiary degree in Psychology (or equivalent) from a recognised tertiary institution
6. AHPRA Registration
7. Drivers Licence
8. Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B
9. Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
10. Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
11. Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)
Benefits
12. Flexible work options
13. Career Development
14. Salary Packaging
15. Modern Facilities
16. Diverse Work Culture
17. Research Opportunities
18. 12.75% super
19. 17.5% leave loading
Salary
20. Temporary full time (Unttil 22/12/2024 with the possibility of extension)
21. Base salary ranging from $4 769.60 - $5 132.40 per fortnight
About Us
The Acute Psychology Service is located within Allied Health and Rehabilitation Services and provides both inpatient and outpatient services to patients presenting to hospital with physical health and comorbid psychological presentations.
About Gold Coast Health
22. Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
23. Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
24. More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
25. Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
26. Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
27. A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
28. Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong
How to Apply
Click APPLY to submit your application by Friday, 19 July 2024
Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.
Job Ad reference: GC576848
Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.