Consultation & Liaison Psychiatry Senior Clinician

• Adult Mental Health
• Permanent Full time with monthly day off (part time considered)
• Rotating roster

Eastern Health

Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services, including maternity, palliative care, mental health, drug and alcohol, residential care, community health and state-wide specialist services to people and communities that are diverse in culture, age, socio-economic status, population and healthcare needs.

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity available for an experienced Senior Mental Health Clinician (Grade 4 Social Worker, Occupational Therapist, Clinical Psychologist, or Grade 5 Psychiatric Nurse) with a keen interest to join the Consultation & Liaison Psychiatry team and further develop your mental health skills and experience.

This position is based mainly at Maroondah and Box Hill Hospitals however there may be times where you will be required to support the CL teams at other Eastern Health sites.

About you

To be successful in this role you should possess:

• At least 5 years’ experience in a range of clinical mental health settings
• Post-graduate qualifications relevant to mental health
• A current Registration in Division 1 issued by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency
• Grade 4 Social Worker, Occupational Therapist or Psychologist
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously, utilising well developed critical analysis skills to achieve efficiency and effectiveness
• Extensive experience in the area of clinical expertise in mental health with demonstrated ability to work with a diverse and complex professional workforce
• Interest and experience working in a multi and inter-disciplinary team environment
• Knowledge and expertise in the field of Consultation Liaison Psychiatry

Please refer to the attached position description for further details of the role.

Vaccination against infectious disease is a mandatory requirement of this role.  An offer of employment is conditional on you providing evidence that you are currently vaccinated against COVID-19 with booster & Influenza, prior to commencing employment.

What we offer

Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!

• Diverse and engaging career opportunities
• Friendly & supportive team
• Flexible working hours
• Salary packaging options
• Career progression in our teaching hospitals

Next Steps

If you believe you have the ability to make a difference in this rewarding industry, apply today!

Please note:

• All applications must be submitted online via E-Mercury
• All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Fit2Work Check, where preferred candidates will be required to complete a Criminal History Check at the expense of Eastern Health.
• You must have Australian work rights to apply for this position.
• Recruitment agency applications will not be accepted.

Eastern Health is a child safe organisation, committed to promoting the wellbeing and cultural safety of Aboriginal children, children with disabilities and all children in their diversity.

Eastern Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that welcomes and values all people. We recognise that diversity is essential in ensuring Eastern Health provides the best service to its consumers.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from the LGBTIQ+ community, people living with disability and those from a culturally and linguistically diverse background, are strongly encouraged to apply. Those seeking support in submitting an application are welcome to contact the hiring manger listed or feel free to contact the Talent Acquisition team.

Eastern Health Values:  Patients First | Agility | Humility | Respect | Kindness | Excellence

**Please note applications will be screened upon receipt and advertising may close prior to the closing date.**