Clinical Psychologist - Gastroenterology - Temp PT
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- Psychologist
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- REQ667302 Requisition #
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- 19 hours ago Post Date
Requisition ID: REQ667302
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time, minimum 16 hours per week, until the 30th of June 2027
Remuneration: $57.30 - $69.84 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: Liverpool Hospital
Applications close: 14/06/26
Contact: Linda Lazar - Psychology Head of Department on Linda.lazar@health.nsw.gov.au or 8738 6457
Lead meaningful change through expert care, clinical leadership, and compassionate mental health support.
Achieve Something Great
Achieve something great by shaping the future of psychological care in gastroenterology while improving outcomes for people living with chronic illness.
- Join a highly skilled, collaborative Gastroenterology team at Liverpool Hospital and contribute to an innovative Inflammatory Bowel Disease research initiative.
- Lead the development of an integrated psychological model of care within a specialist Inflammatory Bowel Disease service.
- Deliver evidence-based psychological assessment and intervention to patients with complex gastrointestinal conditions, improving quality of life.
- Drive clinical innovation and service development within a multidisciplinary team in a leading tertiary hospital environment.
- Contribute to meaningful research, including outcome evaluation, data collection, and helping grow a specialist psychology program within gastroenterology and chronic disease care.
Are You the Right Fit?
Bring your passion for integrated care, innovation, and improving outcomes for people living with chronic illness.
- Motivated and proactive, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Strong clinical reasoning, communication, and organisational skills, with excellent attention to detail.
- Demonstrated ability to manage workload autonomously, show initiative, and contribute to service development.
- Interest or experience in program development, service evaluation, and research, including data collection and outcome measurement.
- Committed to delivering evidence-based psychological assessment and intervention while supporting patients, staff education, and integrated models of care.
Qualification Eligibility
Applicants currently enrolled in a combined Masters/PhD are eligible to apply if they have completed the equivalent of Masters degree requirements as part of the PhD pathway. Evidence of this is demonstrated by a completed PDEC-76 form and cover letter from the University confirming Masters degree requirements have been met.
Applicants are eligible to apply if they have completed an accredited Masters degree and are awaiting their graduation ceremony. Written confirmation from the University is required.
Successful applicants who have completed the Masters degree or Masters degree requirements and are awaiting full registration from the Psychology Board of Australia will be paid at Year 2 of the Psychologist Scale until they have full registration with the Psychology Board of Australia, at which point they will commence on Year 1 of the Clinical Psychologist scale.
Selection Criteria
To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.
- Full registration as a Psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia. Completion of an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council accredited postgraduate Clinical Psychology qualification of no less than two years full time duration or recognised equivalent.
- Please describe your experience delivering psychological assessment and intervention with adults within a multidisciplinary health or hospital setting, including how you work independently while collaborating effectively with other disciplines
- Please outline any experience you have in clinical program development, service evaluation, quality improvement, or research activities, including your contribution to data collection, analysis, implementation, or outcome evaluation.
Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.
Position Information
Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.
How to Apply
Read our application guide and tips for improving your application.
Diversity, Culture & Inclusion
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact SWSLHD-EmploymentHub@health.nsw.gov.au
We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.
Aboriginal Workforce
For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact SWSLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.
More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?
Financial Perks
12% superannuation
Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
One extra day off each month for full-time employees
Work-Life Balance
Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
Paid maternity and parental leave
Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
Grow Your Career
Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
Health & Wellbeing
Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance
Additional Information
Temporary visa holders
May be considered if no suitable citizen or permanent resident is found.
Vaccination Requirements
All staff must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting.
Child Safe Employment
South Western Sydney Local Health District 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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