Alfred Health is a leader in health care delivery, improvement, research, and education.
We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne, from ambulatory to inpatient and home and community-based services.Position:
Permanent, Part-time (4 days/wk)Location:
Based at The AlfredRole:
Clinical Psychologist Grade 3Benefits:
Frequent professional development opportunities and regular professional supervisionWhat's in it for you
Fitness Passport (Subscription membership to select gyms across Melbourne)Supportive multi-disciplinary team environmentWork-life balanceAbout us
In October 2019, a new purpose-built Trauma and Orthopaedics ward, 5 West, opened at The Alfred.
5 West is a 40-bed ward (including 8 single-bed patient rooms), with a dedicated surgical procedure zone, active therapy zones, and spaces for families and carers.
The redeveloped ward provided an opportunity to create a contemporary Allied Health workforce model.
The new Allied Health workforce enabled early, intensive intervention across physical, functional, and cognitive domains with attention on the achievement of patient-directed goals.
The expanded multidisciplinary model is delivered 7 days a week and is aimed at supporting improved recovery outcomes for Trauma and Orthopaedic patients.The Ward 5 West Allied Health team includes clinicians from Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Orthotics and Prosthetics, Speech Pathology, Social Work, Nutrition, and Psychology (including Neuropsychology) and will be supported by Allied Health Assistants.
The Allied Health team works closely with the Nursing and Medical teams to provide a comprehensive and timely service to patients on Ward 5 West.What you'll be doing
In this role, you will provide a full range of clinical psychology services to patients on ward 5 WEST.
Liaison and collaborative work with other members of the multi-disciplinary team, in particular with other psychosocial teams/services including Consultation Liaison Psychiatry staff is an essential aspect of the position.
You will be expected to participate in Psychology and Trauma/5West professional development and service development activities and will function as a senior member of The Alfred Health Psychology Department.About you
Masters or Doctoral degree in Clinical PsychologyGeneral Registration as a Psychologist and endorsement as a Clinical Psychology under the Health Practitioner Regulation National Law (Victoria) Act 2009Approved Supervisor status with Psychology Board of AustraliaA minimum of five years experience working as a psychologistAustralian working rights and be willing to undergo a Background CheckFull Covid-19 and 2024 Influenza vaccinationOther benefits
Salary Packaging & Novated Leasing through MaxxiaFlexible Health Insurance coverage through HCF Health InsuranceOn-site car & bike parking opportunities, Deducted Pre-Tax!Fantastic onsite fitness facilities at The Alfred through ProSportChild Care Services at The Alfred managed by KU Children's ServicesIf this opportunity sounds like it is for you, click the APPLY button, include your resume and cover letter.
For more information regarding the position, please contact Lynda Katona on ph: 0402071138Closing date: 11pm AEST, Wednesday 20th November 2024Alfred Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve.
Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.
In accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department's risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption.Website:
www.alfredhealth.org.au
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