Consultant Psychiatrist - Clinical Lead Older Persons

Full Description

The Position

Working alongside a team of dedicated healthcare professionals, this is an exciting opportunity to take your career to the next level. You will spend most of your time at the Mental Health Centre within the hospital, working in the Older Persons Mental Health Unit. Working in an acute mental health inpatient setting and community mental health settings, you will provide exceptional specialist care to each of your patients. The role is exciting and unique as it is a medical leadership position that plays a pivotal role in supporting medical staff and the development of the older persons' mental health services. This is your chance to step up and take your career to the next level.

The Hospital

Enjoy working within a network of hospitals providing community-based health services and tertiary care services, for a Local Health District truly dedicated to serving their community. All hospitals provide a range of both in-patient and outpatient services to patients from within the district boundaries as well as beyond. You will be joining a hospital that provides world-class clinical care, research, and innovation. The hospital provides high-level inpatient services, generally with the capacity to manage high-complexity patients requiring specialist care, such as emergency, critical care, acute medicine, planned and emergency surgery, maternity, neonatal, pediatric medicine, and minor surgery, mental health, aged care and rehabilitation services, drug and alcohol and a broad range of specialist outpatient clinics and services.

The Location

Looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and immerse yourself in the beauty of Australia's natural landscapes. Whether you're looking for adventure, relaxation, or simply a chance to reconnect with nature, this location offers something for everyone. You will enjoy a variety of activities in your time off, from exploring the nearby bushwalking trails, eucalyptus forests, and waterfalls, to indulging in the many shopping and entertainment venues, all with the bustling city in easy access. This is a great alternative to living in inner Sydney, with more affordable housing and living costs, or there is also the option to live inner city and commute if preferred. You will be conveniently located approximately an hour's drive from Sydney CBD, offering the perfect balance between a relaxed lifestyle and accessibility to the city.

Essential Criteria

Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (FRANZCP- or equivalent) and current registration or eligibility for registration with the Australian Medical Board via the expedited specialist pathway or specialist pathway.

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