Description

Western Sydney Local Health District Mental Health Service

Fixed Term (until 30 June 2027) Visiting Medical Officer -Psychiatric Emergency Care Centre (PECC)

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 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 at the Westmead Hospital PECC.

Successful applicants will be able to lead a team in a fast-paced acute unit in mental health. Successful applicants will liaise with the general medical services in the hospital as well as psychiatry services and will be working for a half day on weekends.

Applicants must have Australian Fellowship/Specialist Registration at time of applying.

Requirements

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 Health Insurance Act 1997. 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 PECC or Emergency Department environment appropriate to the requirements of the position.

 Conditions of appointment are in accordance with the Health Insurance Act 1997.

Selection Criteria

Please outline how you satisfy the selection criteria listed below. In addressing the selection criteria, include any relevant skills, knowledge, qualifications and experience:

1.    Qualifications and credentials required for core scope of practice in Psychiatry (RANZCP).

2.    Evidence of additional qualifications, skills and/or experience required for specific scope of practice for Psychiatry.

3.    Demonstrated skills and attitudes appropriate for practice as a Senior Medical Practitioner including:

o    Proven ability to work effectively and harmoniously with medical and other health services colleagues as part of a multi-disciplinary health care team.

o    Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with patients and colleagues.

o    Excellent organisational, supervision and collaboration skills with demonstrated ability to build respectful relationships.

o    Maintaining and developing knowledge, skills and professional performance to the level required for contemporary practice.

o    Experience and involvement in quality assurance activities and translation of research into practice to improve patient safety and quality.

4.    Demonstrated ability to manage time and resources efficiently and contributing to the effectiveness and efficiency of the health care system.

5.    Demonstrated aptitude for clinical leadership which is evidenced by:

o    Systems thinking and risk-taking aptitude.

o    Commitment to self -care and personal development.

o    Capacity to maintain personal integrity, tolerate stress and demonstrate resilience.

o    Commitment to building relationships, leading, and developing others.

o    Results and outcome focused.

6.    Commitment to good governance, achieving results and managing risks.

7.    Demonstrated commitment to Education, Training and Research, as applicable to the position.

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:

 https://myclinicalprofile.com.au/OpenPositionLogin.aspx?UniqueId=1c3e85f8-2ee6-4bd4-9fb4-d628ef1741b8

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Applications must be received by 5pm before the advertised closing date.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE 26 FEBRUARY 2026

CONTACT:  Mr William Anderson  - William.Anderson2@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 

https://jobs.health.nsw.gov.au/wslhd/jobs/fixed-term-until-30-june-2027-visiting-medical-officer-psychiatric-emergency-care-centre-pecc-wslhd-mental-health-service-apply-via-ecredential-322367