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Join a Leading Private Mental Health Service in Melbourne’s North

Northpark Private Hospital is a trusted provider of high-quality private mental health care. Located in the vibrant suburb of Bundoora, our hospital offers a supportive environment where clinicians work collaboratively to deliver exceptional care.

 
About the Role

We are seeking a Psychiatry Locum (Senior Registrar) to provide inpatient psychiatric care under consultant supervision. This role includes comprehensive assessments, treatment planning, and discharge coordination, ensuring continuity of care for patients transitioning to outpatient programs.

You’ll work as part of a multidisciplinary team committed to patient-centered care and clinical excellence. All activities undertaken will be with appropriate consultant psychiatrist supervision.

We offer competitive remuneration, flexible locum arrangements and the chance to work in modern, purpose-built facilities designed to enhance both patient and clinician experience.

 
Key Responsibilities

- Facilitate patient admissions including risk assessment, physical examination and initiate management plan.
- Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments, diagnosis and develop treatment plans in consultation with a supervising Consultant Psychiatrist.
- Implement effective discharge planning and referrals to day programs.
- Respond to urgent clinical situations and provide emergency assessments.
- Participate in ward rounds, multidisciplinary meetings and group programs.
- Maintain accurate documentation in line with statutory requirements under the Mental Health Act.

About Northpark Private Hospital

Northpark Private Hospital is part of Healthscope, one of Australia’s leading private healthcare providers.

Situated in Melbourne’s northern suburbs, our 66-bed mental health facility has recently undergone a significant refurbishment and expansion, creating modern, purpose-built spaces designed to enhance the experience for both patients and staff.

We offer a comprehensive range of mental health services and treatments through:

- Adult Mental Health Unit
- Early Parenting Unit
- Older Person’s Mental Health Unit
- Outpatient Day Programs
- ECT and TMS

In addition to mental health, Northpark Private Hospital offers medical and surgical services including obstetrics and gynaecology, orthopaedics, general surgery, urology and gastroenterology.

Onsite parking is available and we are conveniently located adjacent to public transport.

To learn more about Northpark Private Hospital click here.

Enquiries & Applications

For further information or to apply, please contact:

David Jennings | Deputy General Manager

Northpark and La Trobe Private Hospitals

M: 0405 102 495

E: david.jennings@healthscope.com.au

Requirements

Qualifications & Requirements

• Registered or eligible for registration as a medical practitioner with AHPRA.
• MBBS or equivalent, with completion or undertaking of advanced training in psychiatry.
• Understanding of statutory requirements under the Mental Health Act.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently (under supervision) and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Pre-employment police check required.