Psychologist - Senior (Cancer Care) HP4, Cancer Care Support Team, Cancer Care Services, Hervey Bay Hospital - H2502WB621596Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service is dedicated to delivering world-class healthcare to our vibrant and diverse community. With a focus on excellence, compassion, and innovation, we are committed to providing exceptional care while fostering a supportive environment for our staff.At Wide Bay, you’re not just part of a health service – you’re part of a community that values care, connection and compassion for all! Ready to make an impact? Join us in shaping the future of healthcare in Regional Queensland.Your Opportunity :This position applies high level Psychology knowledge, clinical skills and clinical expertise, leadership, consultation and professional supervision in the provision of cancer care services in the Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service.The position requires a significant level of independence and personal accountability, including independent professional judgement in problem solving and clinical management, management of a complex caseload beyond that of routine day to day clinical practice, without the need for direct regular clinical practice supervision.The position contributes to service development, education and research in the work unit.The position operationally reports to the Team Leader, Cancer Care Support Team. The position professionally reports to the Director of Psychology, Bundaberg campus, Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service.What we're looking for :Clinical Expertise : Demonstrated high level clinical competence, experience and knowledge of Psychology practice and interventions relevant to working in a specialty clinical area; and demonstrated ability to work with clients affected by cancer (including patients with a diagnosis of cancer, their carers and significant others), with an emphasis on quality client outcomes.Communication : Demonstrated high level communication skills including the ability to provide Psychology clinical service advice and identify service improvement opportunities to the Team Leader and other relevant stakeholders.Clinical Ability : Demonstrated ability to provide high level Psychology services of a complex and varied nature, where established principles, procedures and methods require some expansion, adaptation or modification with infrequent need for direct clinical practice supervision.Leadership : Demonstrated ability to initiate, plan and evaluate local service improvement initiatives and provide clinical supervision to developing clinicians.Preferred Qualifications :Mandatory possession of a qualification from a registered tertiary institution as a Psychologist and Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency with a current annual practicing certificate is essential.Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and if applicable registration or membership with the appropriate registration authority or association. Certified copies of the required information must be provided to the appropriate supervisor / manager, prior to the commencement of clinical duties.The successful applicant will have at least 5 years full time equivalent post-graduate experience in Psychology practice; clinical experience in cancer care will be highly desirable.Career Growth : At Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service, we invest in your development with continuous learning opportunities, mentorship, and a supportive team culture.Inclusive Culture : We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all voices are heard, and innovation can flourish.Impactful Work : Be a part of an organisation that's shaping the future of healthcare and making a real difference to the lives of individuals.Competitive Benefits : Comprehensive benefits, including competitive remuneration, training and development and flexible work arrangements and leave options.You will receive a competitive remuneration package value up to $35,198 p.a., comprising salary between $64.64 - 69.56 p.h., employer contribution to superannuation (up to 12.75%) and annual leave loading (17.5%) (HP4) (Temporary Part Time, 17 hours p.f., from date of appointment until 30th June 2025 with the possibility of extension) (Applications will remain current for the duration of the vacancy). Job Ad Reference : H2502WB621596Regional Queensland residents enjoy a lower cost of living and affordable housing in one of the world's most beautiful and diverse regions.Other benefits include :Generous superannuation contribution (up to 12.75%)Annual Leave Loading (17.5%)Fantastic salary sacrificing benefitsProfessional Development LeaveLower cost of livingTemporary Part Time (17 hours p.f.), from date of appointment until 30th June 2025 with the possibility of extension.
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