Permanent Up to 0.6 FTE Staff Specialist - Department of Acute Inpatient, Adult Psychiatry - WSLHD Mental Health Services | APPLY VIA ECREDENTIAL
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WSLHD Mental Health Services
Permanent Up to 0.6 FTE Staff Specialist
Department of Acute Inpatient, Adult Psychiatry
Applications are invited from suitably qualified medical practitioners for the above position(s) in the Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD). This position will be located within the WSLHD Mental Health Services in the Department of Acute Inpatient, Adult Psychiatry.
Successful applicants will consistently demonstrate behaviours that reinforce the CORE Values of our organisation; Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment, and demonstrates these behaviours with all stakeholders, colleagues, direct reports, as well as our patients and consumers, and those that care for them.
Successful applicants will participate in high quality diagnostic and consultative specialty services in psychiatry, provide direct care and clinical leadership within a multi-disciplinary team, and participate in teaching, research, quality improvement and administrative activities within the Mental Health Service and Hospital as required.
Applicants expecting to be awarded their Fellowship within six months, may be considered. If successful, the applicant may not be subsequently eligible to commence their appointment until after the relevant qualifications and requirements are formally completed.
Essential Requirements for Appointment
1. Possess or be eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia and Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists or equivalent as provided for in the Staff Specialists (State) Award. Must have Australian Citizenship or Permanent Australian Residency. Must hold a current NSW Environment Protection Authority license (if applicable).
2. Sound clinical knowledge in Acute Adult Psychiatry demonstrated through successful clinical practice in an environment appropriate to the requirements of the position.
Conditions of appointment are in accordance with the Staff Specialists (State) Award.
Please outline how you satisfy the selection criteria listed below. In addressing the selection criteria, include any relevant skills, knowledge, qualifications and experience:
1. Current medical practitioner, registered or eligible for specialist registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), and Fellowship of the Royal Australian New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (FRANZCP) and/or other equivalent specialist recognition as provided for in the NSW Staff Specialists (State) Award.
2. Demonstrated current clinical practice in psychiatry and subspecialty relevant to position of a high standard, with ability to adapt clinical practice in accordance with contemporary evidence based best practice, including in acute adult psychiatry.
3. Demonstrated effective communication skills (written and verbal), clinical skills, judgement and expertise, teamwork, time management and problem-solving skills in a clinical setting.
4. Demonstrated commitment to quality improvement, patient safety and risk management.
5. Demonstrated track record in supervision and training of junior medical staff, including prevocational and advanced trainees.
6. Evidence of the following attributes: ability to work under pressure; ability to work effectively as part of a team; ability to be flexible, organized and autonomous.
7. Demonstrated commitment to continuing self-education and professional development, including evidence of participation in continuing medical education and continuing professional development.
8. Demonstrated ability to comply with the service objectives of the Western Sydney Local Health District, including the provision of services to local community, effective use of resources, preparedness to participate in provision of health services at District level, if credentialed.
9. Valid NSW Drivers Licence or other eligible licence and the ability to drive.
Working With Children Check
Applicants must provide evidence of a Working with Children Check issued by the Office of Communities Commission for Children and Young People. For more information on how to apply for the clearance, please visit the Commission for Children and Young People website: https://ocg.nsw.gov.au/working-children-check
The Position Description can be located via e-credential, please refer to the link below.
To apply for this position, please complete an online application by clicking on the link below:
Applications must be received by 5pm before the advertised closing date.
APPLICATIONS CLOSE 16 JANUARY 2026
CONTACT
Dr Raphael Fraser
raphael.fraser@health.nsw.gov.au
If you are having any issues regarding your application via e-credential, please contact the Specialist Medical and Dental Recruitment Unit on (02) 8838 2094 or via e-mail: WSLHD-SMADR@health.nsw.gov.au
