Wa Country Health Service | Consultant - Psychiatrist

WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is offering an exciting opportunity for Consultant Psychiatrists in one of the most vibrant regions - the Midwest! This is a recruitment pool offering Permanent Full time, Fixed term and Part-time – up to 80 hours per fortnight appointments. MP Year 1 – 9 $377,557 - $479,490 per annum* (Salary as per WA Health System Medical Practitioners AMA Industrial Agreement 2022: Salary is inclusive of base salary as part of Arrangement A $306,690 – $398,110 per annum, $31,926 per annum professional development allowance, 11.5% employer contributed superannuation). Part-time is prorated. This is subject to the assessment of clinical skills and experience. About Mental Health Department
The Midwest Mental Health Service is dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate care to individuals experiencing mental health challenges. We are committed to the well-being of our diverse community. Our patients come from rural and regional areas, each bringing unique experiences and challenges. This diversity enriches our practice and allows us to develop a broad range of skills and approaches to mental health care through innovative treatments, support services and a multidisciplinary approach.
We are deeply committed to continuous education, training, and research, with active projects and strong partnerships with the local Rural Clinical School and universities. Our caseloads and on-call requirements are very manageable, ensuring a balanced work-life experience.
The role
We are seeking a passionate Rural/Regional Generalist Psychiatrist to join our team. In this role, you will provide clinical leadership, offer expert advice, consultation, and support to healthcare professionals, and manage the examination, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of patients referred to Midwest Mental Health and Community Alcohol and Drugs Service. Consultants with specialty certificates or areas of interest are welcome to incorporate these into the service. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of individuals and the broader community.
The Successful Candidates will Be eligible for registration by the Medical Board of Australia as a specialist in psychiatry. Have Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists or approved equivalent. Have extensive clinical experience in general mental health. About The Pool And Appointment
This is an active recruitment pool which will be assessed on a regular basis by the panel to fill both immediate vacant position and future vacancies. Please note the below:
Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments will be made when similar vacancies occur. Appointments may be made from this pool until 31/10/2025. About The Midwest Region
The Midwest region of Western Australia covers more than 600,000 km², nearly one fifth of the State, with its population concentrated along the coast. The region is located in the northern middle section of Western Australia and incorporates four health districts - Gascoyne, Geraldton, Midwest, and Murchison. Geraldton is the largest town north of Perth and one of the most attractive coastal centres in Western Australia. It is both a seaside resort and an important port. It offers beachside living alongside rural life as well as a wide range of recreational, shopping, and educational facilities.
Application Instructions
Applicants must have a current, valid email address in order to apply online via MedCareersWA – Job Ref # 492587. This email address will be used for communication with applicants. If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact
Applicants Are Required To Attach A statement addressing each of the Selection Criteria listed in the attached Job Description Form A detailed CV summarising your qualification, Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) registration, and relevant experience. The contact details of two professional referees of which one must be your current supervisor or line manager Registration with the Medical Board of Australia – information on your current registration status, AHPRA number and registration type/pathway. Medical qualification(s) Other Conditions Specialist International Medical Graduates
We encourage applications from Specialist International Medical Graduates (IMGs). We value the unique perspectives and skills they bring to our healthcare system. Please note, in line with the requirements of the Medical Board of Australia Registration Standards: Specialist Registration it is a breach of National Law for practitioners to use the protected 'Specialist' title if they do not hold specialist registration with AHPRA. SIMGs completing a supervision period with Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatry as part of the specialist assessment process cannot be appointed to a consultant specialist position with WACHS until the practitioner holds specialist registration and it is reflected on the AHPRA website. WACHS can appoint suitable applicants as a Senior Medical Practitioner, Health Service Medical Practitioner or District Medical Officer while supporting the completion of the supervision period. Individual assessment of a SIMG application will determine the appropriate classification individual practitioners can be appointed to.
To be eligible for a permanent appointment to the Western Australian public sector, it is essential that you are an Australian citizen or hold permanent residency status in Australia.
WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant's integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. This vacancy is subject to a Western Australian Working with Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at: note this recruitment process requires completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA). Any offer of employment with WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is conditional on satisfactory PEHA to ensure you are able to perform the inherent requirements of the position. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn. Please see the attached WACHS PEHA Policy for further information.
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce where every employee feels valued and empowered. We believe that a diverse team brings unique perspectives and drives innovation to meet our community's needs. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences to join us in shaping a more equitable future and as a measure to achieve equality, under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, encourage applications from people living with a disability, Aboriginal people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women and youth (24 years of age and under).
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00PM 30/04/2025 will not be accepted. LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED #J-18808-Ljbffr