Employment Type: Permanent Full Time or Part Time - 2 FTELocation: SWSLHD Mental Health ServicesPosition Classification: Staff Specialist Requisition ID: REQ527731Application Close Date: 11/11/2024Contact Details: Dr Rajeev Jairam - - Applications are accepted via eCredential only.To apply click the link: Apply Here About The OpportunitySWSLHD Mental Health Services is recruiting for a psychiatrist keen to creatively contribute to a growing service.You will have good registrar support and a warm and competent multidisciplinary team to work with and other psychiatrists in the service for support. As a prospective Staff Specialist, you'll have a crucial role at Infant Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (ICAMHS), SWSLHD, at making tangible difference in consumers' lives and shaping the future of clinical care.Join our dynamic team and be part of this important and impactful journey. What you'll be doingProvide clinical management and treatment of patients in a SWSLHD facility under your care.This care will be provided within the clinical privileges granted by the CE on the advice of the SWSLHD Medical and Dental Appointments Advisory Committee. Where You'll Be WorkingSouth Western Sydney is rapidly growing and is a great place for young people and families to build a life.We are close to public transport, a short drive to the beach and the natural wonders of the Blue Mountains and Royal National Park. The area is growing exponentially with many major shopping centers, great entertainment venues and the development of Sydney's new airport all located within minutes of new housing estates. How to ApplyTo be considered for this position, please ensure you address the selection criteria as thoroughly as possible. Current medical practitioner, registered, or eligible for registration, with Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and/or other specialist recognition as provided under the Staff Specialists (State) Award. Demonstrated current clinical practice of a high standard and ability to adapt clinical practice in accordance with contemporary evidence based best practice. Demonstrated commitment to quality improvement, patient safety and risk management. Demonstrated participation in teaching and training at undergraduate and/or post graduate level, including supervision of junior medical staff. Demonstrated commitment to continuing self-education and development, including evidence of participation in continuing medical education/ continuing professional development. Demonstrated ability to comply with the service objectives of a public health organisation, including the provision of services to the local community, effective utilisation of resources, and preparedness to participate in the provision of health services at an LHD level. Preparedness to participate in a hospital, service or LHD on-call roster. Evidence of ability to work cooperatively with other staff and practitioners and in a multidisciplinary health care team. Additional Information Salary PackagingSouth Western Sydney Local Health District employees are able to enjoy the benefits of salary packing.Visit Smart Salary for more details. To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency. SWSLHD is committed to driving a child safe culture that upholds children and young people's rights.We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported and included in their care. At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don't just accept differences but we honour and support it. #J-18808-Ljbffr