Career Medical Officer, Psychiatry - Hobart, Tasmania

25/01/2024
Job Type
Locum
Emp Type
Full Time
Industry
Doctors
Skills
Any
Functional Expertise
Psychiatry
Salary Type
Hourly
Salary
AUD $1,500.00 - AUD $1,500.00
Job ID
35575

Job Description

About the Company

  • We are a local mental health service provider located in the Royal Hobart Hospital.
  • Our team of professionals specializes in providing inpatient psychiatric care to patients in the South region.
  • We are renowned for our compassionate and patient-centered approach to mental health care.

About the Role

  • As a Career Medical Officer - Psychiatry, you will be responsible for providing inpatient psychiatric care to patients in the South region.
  • You will manage the Mental Health Inpatient Unit and work closely with the Clinical Director - Adult Mental Health Services.
  • Your work pattern will be four nights per week from 10:30 pm to 8:30 am. On-call may be required.

Duties

  • Provide inpatient psychiatric care to patients in the South region.
  • Manage the Mental Health Inpatient Unit and work closely with the Clinical Director - Adult Mental Health Services.
  • Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure the best possible care for patients.

Skills & Experience

  • Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
  • Demonstrated experience in providing inpatient psychiatric care.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Culture or D&I Statement

  • People enjoy working in our team because we value collaboration, respect, and empathy.
  • We are committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment for all our employees.

Benefits

  • Competitive rate of $1,500 per day pro rata.
  • Opportunity to work with a compassionate and supportive team.
  • Flexible work arrangements available.
  • Professional development opportunities available.
  • Access to employee assistance programs.

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