Position
We are currently seeking a Staff Specialist to hold a permanent, substantive position with Mental Health and Specialist Services (MHSS) and act as Medical Director of either the Continuing Care Community (CCC) or Acute Community and Registrar Workforce (ACRW) unit for the initial 3 years. The role is located on the south-east coast of Queensland, in a metropolitan region approximately 80km south of Brisbane.
The Senior Staff Specialist/Staff Specialist provides clinical specialist psychiatry support to Mental Health and Specialist Service, making a significant contribution to the development of a culture of medical education and safe, effective patient-centered clinical practice.
Responsibilities
* Manage either the CCC or ACRW service line, which provides clinical care to patients and clinically manages the associated multidisciplinary patient care team on a day-to-day basis to ensure the delivery of appropriate patient care.
* Provide professional leadership to the department and training, education, and supervision to junior medical staff and other healthcare members.
Health Service
Mental Health Service provides assessment, treatment, and support to individuals with mental illnesses. Services are tailored to individual needs, ranging from inpatient treatment to community-based support.
Location
Experience a unique blend of sun-kissed beaches, lush hinterland retreats, and a thriving economy driven by tourism and innovation. Enjoy world-class dining, vibrant nightlife, and a lifestyle that offers endless summer days. Invest in a community rich in culture, with festivals and events year-round, and benefit from excellent schools, healthcare, and transport links.
Requirements
* Hold an MBBS or equivalent degree registrable with the Medical Board of Australia and FRANZCP or equivalent acceptable to the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists, registrable as a Psychiatry specialist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
* Internationally trained candidates may require an acceptable Comparability Assessment undertaken by the appropriate Australian Specialist Medical College as part of the application process.
Package
This is a permanent full-time position with an estimated total remuneration up to $498,017 p.a., comprising:
* Base salary from $251,527 - $266,677 p.a. (Senior Staff Specialist)
* Base salary from $210,332 - $244,313 p.a. (Staff Specialist)
Additionally, enjoy benefits such as:
* Up to 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
* Motor vehicle allowance
* Professional development allowance
* Granted private practice rights