Employment Type: Permanent Full Time – 1.0 FTE Location: Campbelltown Mental Health Position Classification: Staff Specialist Requisition ID: REQ531343 Application Close Date: 25 /11/2024 Contact Details: Dr Carmelo Aquilina - 0474 777 075 | Carmelo.Aquilinahealth.nsw.gov.au Applications are accepted via eCredential only. To apply click the link: https://myclinicalprofile.com.au/OpenPositionLogin.aspx?UniqueIda8676015-bc01-435a-a6cf-e1c4113e56b7 NSW Health does not require or accept the ‘Fit2Work badge’ offered as an option in eCredential Enquiries/applications will not be accepted via recruitment agencies About You As a prospective Staff Specialist, you’ll have a crucial role at Older People’s Mental Health Service, SWSLHD, 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. About The Opportunity The role serves a vibrant, multi-cultural, older population in Campbelltown. The role requires clinical leadership for a busy older people‘s mental health team that assesses and helps people in the community as well as providing support for the OPMH ward and team in Campbelltown Hospital. The successful candidate will work with a skilled multidisciplinary team and be part of LHD-wide community of old age psychiatrists and teams as well as work closely with Primary Care and Aged Care facilities, colleagues in Geriatric Medicine and associated NGOs. What you'll be doing Provide 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 Working South 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. As part of the greater Sydney area, we have bustling metropolitan hubs as well as areas that maintain their rural heritage. It is an incredible place to explore with adventure or relaxation are at your fingertips. How to Apply To 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. Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted. Need more information? 1) Click here for the Position Description 2) Find out more about applying for this position Additional Information Salary Packaging South Western Sydney Local Health District employees are able to enjoy the benefits of salary packing. Visit Smart Salary for more details. Transforming Your Experience Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values – Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment. 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. Existing staff of SWSLHD and those seeking employment are required to take the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people seriously while taking action to keep them safe from harm and abuse. 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. 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