Consultant Psychiatrist

Job Description

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Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time or part-time

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Salary: Salary not specified

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Grade: Grade not specified

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Occupation: Medicine, nursing and midwifery

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Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

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Reference: 7262

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• Location: Multiple Western Health sites
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• Employment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time available, Ongoing or Fixed Term
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• Salary: As per FRANZCP experience + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
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• Demonstrated knowledge of current relevant State and Commonwealth Government policies and agendas in Mental Health care delivery in the broader community context.
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• A knowledge of Consumer Rights and Responsibilities and the ability to facilitate Consumer to make informed choices for recovery.
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• Knowledge of the National Safety and Quality Health Services (NSQHS) standards. National standards in Mental Health act.
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• Provide leadership to MHWS in Inpatient Units and Emergency Department.
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• Demonstrate behaviours that support a Recovery approach to care.
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• An understanding of the philosophical foundations, processes and environments that support recovery.
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• An ability to support and facilitate consumers use of resilience and strength so that they might experience positive self-image, hope and motivation and be supported to live the lifestyle and the culture of their choice.
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• A knowledge of major types of treatments, therapies and targeted interventions and their contributions to innovate recovery-orientated service delivery approaches.
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• A communication style that shows respect for consumers and their families/carers, and an ability to manage relationships so they will facilitate recovery.
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• A knowledge of consumer Rights and Responsibilities and the ability to facilitate consumers to make informed choices for recovery.
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• An awareness of issues relating to cultural diversity, and how these may influence service choices and delivery.
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• A knowledge and ability to facilitate consumer and family/carer participation at all levels within the service.
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• Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (mandatory criteria).
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• Registered with AHPRA as Psychiatrist (mandatory criteria).
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Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne’s western suburbs.

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With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centredcare across every life stage.

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We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach servicesto aged, adult andpaediatricpatients and newborn babies. Specialties includeoncology, renal, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic diseases,geriatricsand cardiology.

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We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia’s most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges.

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Western Health operates four acute public hospitals:Sunshine Hospital (including JoanKirnerWomen’s and Children’s),FootscrayHospital,Williamstown Hospitaland Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh.Western Health alsoprovidesthe primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women’s prison located in Ravenhall.

Whyjoinus? Compensation andbenefits\n

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• Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.
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• Health andwellbeingprograms, including flexible work arrangements.
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• Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.
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Learning anddevelopmentopportunities\n

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• Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) forpersonalisedlearning pathways.
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• Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.
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• Mentorship and career support.
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Communityimpact andinclusion\n

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• Make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through compassionate care.
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• Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.
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• Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.
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Organisationalculture andenvironment\n

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• Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
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• Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.
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Closing date: 11:59pm on 27 July 2026.

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Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Dr Naveen Thomas (Clinical Services Director of Mental Health & Wellbeing Services) via [email protected] .

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Western Health is an equalopportunityemployer.We welcome applications from people of all genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with lived experience that strengthens their ability to do this work.

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If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, we encourage you to let us know.

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Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.

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All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, anImmunisationStatus Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).

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Western Health is committed to the psychosocial safety of all applicants and employees.

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Western Health doesnot accept unsolicited resumes/applications fromrecruitmentagencies.

Applications close Monday 27 July 2026 at 11.59pm\n

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