Senior Clinical Psychologist - Consultation Liaison Service
Remuneration: $70.17 - $74.19 per hour + super
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Snr Clinical Psychologist
Location: John Hunter Hospital
Hours Per Week: 22
Requisition ID: REQ546245
Applications Close: Thursday, 13th February 2025
Consultation Liaison (CL) Psychiatry uses evidence-based multi-disciplinary mental health expertise to support both patients and health care providers when mental health challenges affect medical care. This position is primarily based at John Hunter Hospital but is part of a team that sits across Belmont Hospital, John Hunter Hospital and Maitland Hospital.
About the role:
The Senior Clinical Psychologist role in the CL team provides a dynamic combination of inpatient assessments and brief psychological interventions and outpatient therapy (short to medium term) for patients of the hospital. You will have a great mix of autonomy and teamwork and get to build relationships with medical and surgical teams and patient groups. You will also be contributing to staff wellbeing by working closely with various professional groups in supporting them to deliver complex and at times emotionally challenging clinical care.
You will also be involved in Liaison roles with various services including Cystic Fibrosis, Young People’s Diabetic Team, cardiac and pulmonary rehab, perioperative and post stroke services.
This position is supported by a Clinical Director, the Head of Psychology and a Service Manager. You will have regular access to Clinical Supervision and professional development based on your professional development goals.
About you:
We are looking for a senior clinical/health psychologist who is passionate about delivering evidence based psychological care to individuals with comorbid psychiatric and medical concerns in a general hospital setting. You will enjoy working in an innovative and dynamic setting where you have variety; are challenged and work alongside a great team.
Requirements:
- Completion of an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council accredited postgraduate clinical psychology qualification of no less than two years full time duration or recognised equivalent, displayed on the Psychology Board of Australia website.
What we can offer you:
At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Proximity to shopping and other services
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
- Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
- Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
Additional information:
- An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for this position.
Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
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For role related queries or questions contact Nadine Dowdell on nadine.dowdell@health.nsw.gov.au
Information for Applicants:
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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
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