Description:
Are you a Psychiatrist seeking better work/life balance alongside a rewarding salary? CQ Health are now recruiting!
Join the Central Queensland Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs Service and provide high-quality psychiatric care while leading a dedicated clinical team. This role offers diverse experience across multiple sites, including hospitals in Gladstone, Biloela, Blackwater, Emerald, and Moura, as well as outreach clinics in Woorabinda, Gemfields, and Capricorn Coast.
We welcome applications from General Adult Psychiatrists, with preference for those with expertise or certification in Psychiatry of Old Age. As part of a dynamic, multi-site service, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while enjoying the lifestyle benefits of Central Queensland.
About us:The Central Queensland Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs Service provides specialist care for mental health, substance use, and alcohol-related issues across Rockhampton, Yeppoon, Gladstone, Banana Shire, Woorabinda, and Central Highlands, serving a population of over 250,000.
About the role:This role provides high-quality psychiatry services and clinical leadership within the Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs Service. It may require service delivery across multiple locations, including hospitals in Gladstone, Biloela, Blackwater, Emerald, and Moura, as well as outreach clinics in Woorabinda, Gemfields, and Capricorn Coast. Preference is given to candidates with expertise or certification in Psychiatry of Old Age, though General Adult Psychiatrists may also be considered. As part of the Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service, the specialist may be required to provide care at any facility within the region, aligned with each site's clinical capability.
About you:- The position requires a candidate with a solid background in psychiatric practice. The successful candidate will also demonstrate extensive skills in facilitating effective mental health care across the continuum of Psychiatry of Old Age inpatient and community settings and within a multidisciplinary environment.
- MBBS or equivalent eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia.
- Registration or eligibility for registration as a Specialist in Psychiatry with the Australian Health Practitioner Agency (AHPRA). In general, this will require Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (FRANZCP).
- Preference will be given to candidates who hold the Certificate in Psychiatry of Old Age or have an interest in Psychiatry of Old Age.
- Eligibility for accreditation as a RANZCP-approved supervisor.
- Enrolment and maintenance of ongoing CME program with the appropriate bodies.
Total remuneration value of up to $528,432 p.a. is comprised of:
- A salary rate between $251,527 - $266,667 p.a. (L25-L27)
- A salary rate between $210,332 - $244,313 p.a. (L18-L24)
- 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
- 17.5% leave loading
Additional Benefits:
- Professional Development Leave and Allowances ($21,500 p.a. / 3.6 Weeks)
- Overtime and on call allowances
- Attraction and Retention Incentive Allowance
- Generous Salary Sacrificing
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Discounted Private Health Insurance
- Fitness Passport
It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.
How to apply:To apply, please submit the following:
- Your current CV or resume, including referees.
- A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
- Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.
Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.
For assistance:
- Contact Senior Medical Workforce: cqhhssmorecruit@health.qld.gov.au ( mailto:cqhhssmorecruit@health.qld.gov.au )
- Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK5C627299
Applications close: Thursday, 10 April 2025
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