Description:
Staff Specialist or Visiting Medical Officer – Psychiatry (Community) - Permanent – Up to 1.0 FTE Available
The Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District is looking for a Permanent Staff Specialist or Visiting Medical Officer to join the Illawarra Community Mental Health team at the Wollongong Hospital.
Staff Specialist or Visiting Medical Officer, Permanent 1.0 FTE | Wollongong Hospital | Psychiatrist (Community) | REQ562120 | Further Incentives Offered
ISLHD pride ourselves on motivating early career Staff Specialists and encouraging career progression for Staff Specialists who wish to remain in public health. A competitive salary may be offered under certain conditions.
Join us in shaping healthier futures. Together, we can do more.
Are you a passionate and motivated individual looking to pursue a career in Psychiatry?
Then you could be the perfect Psychiatrist to join the professionals at Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District (ISLHD).
Advanced Trainees that are expected to receive FRANZCP within 6 months may be considered for this role and are encouraged to apply.
Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District.
From Helensburgh in the north to North Durras in the south, ISLHD covers an area of 5,687 square kms. That’s 5,687 square kms of beautiful beaches, coastal cycling tracks, lush rainforests, incredible bushwalks and friendly people. The region is also host to many annual food, wine and arts festivals and events.
ISLHD operate eight hospital sites, employ over 8,500 staff and provide community health services across 58 locations. Commute times are short, childcare and schooling options are plentiful, and Sydney is close by.
For more information and to view the position classification, see the Position Description here.
Benefits of working with ISLHD.
We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits for Staff Specialists which include:
- Training, Education and Study Leave (TESL) – 25 calendar days per year
- Allocated Days Off (ADO) – once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees)
- Salary packaging – less tax and more take-home pay– less tax and more take-home pay
- Novated leasing – lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)
- Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families
- Discounted health insurance is available through a number of different private health insurance providers. Talk to your provider today for more information
- Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities
Apply now by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the selection criteria within the application. In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements:
- Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role.
- Working With Children Check (WWCC)
- Current AHPRA Registration
ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
ISLHD is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards . We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Need more information or help applying?
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- For role-related queries or questions, contact Dr Jacqui Kaelle on 02 4254 1*** or at *************@health.nsw.gov.au
- For application related queries or questions, contact Bianca-lee Da Prato on 02 4253 4*** or at ***************@health.nsw.gov.au.
Applications Close: Tuesday 15th April 2025