Queensland Health (Organisation site ( http://www.health.qld.gov.au/ ) )
North Queensland Kidney Transplant Service, Medical Service Group, Townsville
Townsville Hospital and Health Service , is the public healthcare provider for the government areas of Townsville, Burdekin, Charters Towers, Flinders, Richmond, Hinchinbrook and Palm Island.
We operate 21 facilities from primary care in regional locations to highly specialised care at the main hospital.
Townsville University Hospital, the largest tertiary hospital in northern Australia, provides specialist referral services for 700,000 people living in the region.
Townsville Hospital and Health Service offers a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic healthcare environment focused on innovation and excellence.
Our vision is world-class healthcare for northern Queensland and our purpose is "great care every day,".
Our values are:
Integrity | Compassion | Accountability | Respect | Engagement About the opportunity: Vacancy: Permanent full-time
Location: North Queensland Kidney Transplant Service, Medical Service Group, Townsville
The Senior Psychologist will play a key role in the highly skilled North Queensland Kidney Transplant multidisciplinary team, to make a tangible impact on the lives of north Queenslanders.
The purpose of this role is to deliver senior Psychology services within the North Queensland Kidney Transplant Service.
This includes:
Delivering high quality evidenced based Psychology clinical services to patients/consumers within a highly functioning interprofessional team.Contribution to the advancement of quality Psychology services and optimal patient care, through provision of service development, quality improvement, and clinical education.Monitoring and reporting on work practices and outcomes, including initiating, planning and evaluating relevant quality and research initiatives.Providing supervision and training to less experienced (HP3) clinicians, students and to Allied Health Assistants (AHA's).Your contributions will be valued and impactful.
Enjoy a generous remuneration package valued up to $157,360 p.a., including:
Salary range: $128,169 to $137,918 p.a.
(HP4)4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading12.75% employer contribution to superannuationPlus Salary Sacrificing options may be availableWhy Choose Us? Job Security: Enjoy stability in your career and become empowered with a supportive employer committed to your growth.Competitive salary and benefits: We offer attractive remuneration packages, including comprehensive health benefits, professional development opportunities, and generous leave entitlements.Lifestyle and location: Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville Hospital and Health Service region provide vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.Requirements: Psychologist – General Applicants must possess an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) accredited four year qualification in Psychology, and be eligible for general registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA), Psychology Board of Australia (PsychBA).While not mandatory, an area of practice endorsement (e.g.
clinical or health psychology) would be highly regarded, as would PsychBA approved Supervisor status.This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
Probation period may apply.Pre-employment checks will be conducted.Please refer to the Role Description for further details. Apply now if you want to help us shape the future of healthcare while enjoying a fulfilling work-life balance.
For a confidential discussion please contact: Mary Leech on (07) 4433 3497.
Applications close: Thursday, 2 January 2025 Further informationWe are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Please download the Role Description from the 'Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.
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