This is a Recruitment Pool to fill Permanent (Full Time, Part-Time, or Sessional), Fixed Term (Full Time, Part-Time, or Sessional) or Casual appointments.

Fixed Term appointments include the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.

Are you a Consultant Psychiatrist looking for a diverse and unique role in regional Western Australia? Look no further!

About The Role:

Western Australia County Health Service (WACHS) is actively recruiting a variety of Consultant Psychiatrists with a wealth of professional expertise across various psychiatric specialties including general adult, social and community, old age, child and adolescent, and addiction psychiatry. We are especially seeking candidates who are experienced in delivering comprehensive patient care across a variety of settings, including both hospital and community environments.

About The Pool:

Joining the Consultant Psychiatry pool means submitting one application to be considered for multiple positions across WACHS throughout its duration. You can specify your preferred locations as listed below:

• Goldfields region – Kalgoorlie
• Great Southern – Albany
• Kimberley - Broome
• South West - Bunbury
• Midwest - Geraldton
• Pilbara – Port Hedland and Karratha and availability in your application.

This pool accepts applications from medical practitioners who hold Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatry or RANZCP trainees who are in their penultimate year of training and have completed all training requirements or Specialist International Medical Graduates who meet the Medical Board of Australia recently introduced the Expedited Specialist pathway. For more information about the pathway, please visit: Medical Board of Australia – Expedited Specialist Pathway. Applications without the possession of any of the above qualifications or not listed on the Medical Board of Australia - Expedited Specialist pathway: accepted qualification list will not be considered.

The applications submitted via this pool will be reviewed periodically. After the assessment of the applications, the Medical Recruitment Coordinator will contact you to discuss opportunities tailored to you and assist you throughout the recruitment process. If you are not ready to start immediately, your application can be accepted and reviewed to align with your plans. Appointments from this pool are available until 30/09/2027. It is also important to note that 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.

Remuneration:

The advertised salary range is based on classifications under the WA Health System – Medical Practitioners AMA Industrial Agreement 2024. Classification and level are determined by factors including qualifications and experience, for a further breakdown of the salary, please refer to the MedCareers advertisement:

Southern Regions Year 1-9 (Goldfields, Great Southern, Midwest, Southwest and Wheatbelt)

$377,556 - $479,490 per annum (inclusive of base salary, PDL and 11.5% superannuation)

OR

$723.76 - $919.16 per session (inclusive of base sessional rate, PDL and 11.5% superannuation)

Northern Regions Year 1 - 6 (Kimberley and Pilbara)

$526,977 – $626,991 per annum (inclusive of base salary, PDL and 11.5% superannuation).

OR

$1010.20 - $1201.92 per session (inclusive of base sessional rate, PDL and 11.5% superannuation).

In addition to the great salary, our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits.

• Generous Leave Entitlements - annual, professional development, long service, sick leave, and leave for compassionate or cultural reasons.
• Employer-contributed superannuation – a 11.5% contribution every pay period, building a separate retirement fund! (subject to further percentage increases)
• Gratuity Payment – Lump sum payment equivalent to 12 weeks’ salary after 3 years of continuous service. After each subsequent year of service, a lump sum payment of 4 weeks salary (specific locations only).
• Range of employee-sponsored work visas including PR (conditions apply).
• Relocation assistance for interstate and international applicants (negotiated on a case-by-case basis).
• Entitled to capped flight pricing between Perth and the region.

Keen to know more detailed information about the salaries and benefits? Check out the medical practitioner salaries and benefits page.

How To Apply:

Please apply online by submitting your application on MedCareers 492757.

As you proceed with your application, there will be built-in Eligibility Criteria (EC) Questions. Please note that there is no need to attach a separate document addressing these questions as there will be dedicated fields to include your responses. The questions are the following:

• Provide a comprehensive summary of your qualifications, training, and applicable experience, and illustrate how you meet the requirements of the position. If you have obtained your qualifications or completed training outside of Australia, provide detailed information on the steps you have taken to become a registered medical practitioner in Australia. (Pertains to EC1, EC2, EC3)
• Provide a detailed explanation of how you effectively contribute as a team member while also demonstrating exceptional leadership capabilities? Please provide specific examples that showcase your strong skills in teamwork and leadership. (Pertains to EC4)
• Elaborate on your experience in or knowledge of rural and Indigenous health, as well as working with clients from a variety culture and ethnic groups. Please provide examples that demonstrate your expertise or knowledge in this area. (Pertains to EC3 & EC5)
• Provide an up-to-date CV that clearly outlines your experience in chronological order. Ensuring that the duration of employment in each role and any gaps in service are easily identified and explained. This will assist to better understand your career progression and the breath of your professional experience.

Applications from medical practitioners who hold fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatry and RANZCP trainees who are in their penultimate year of training and have completed all their training requirements, are strongly encouraged.

Applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria are highly encouraged to visit the MedCareers page for regional specific advertisements.

If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact [email protected].

Want to know more about this role? We encourage you to contact the Medical Recruitment Team via email at [email protected]. Include a brief description of the region(s) you are interested in, and we can assist in arranging a discussion with the most appropriate person within the desired location.

Recruitment agencies presenting medical practitioners to WACHS, must be a WACHS approved supplier.

Other Conditions:

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: https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au

Please note this recruitment process requires completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA). Any offer of employment with 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.

LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED

Do you want to be a part of a team that promotes and improves the health of its people and community? Are you looking for an organisation that listens to what you have to say, supports flexible working arrangements, health and wellbeing and is focused on engagement and culture? Then look no further.

This is a Recruitment Pool for Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time, Fixed Term Full Time, Fixed Term Part Time, Casual and Sessional appointments, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency for Fixed Term and Sessional appointments.

North Metropolitan Health Service (NMHS) fosters an environment of equity and inclusion and strives to ensure everyone experiences a sense of belonging. We celebrate the rich diversity of our community and are committed to recruiting a team that is reflective of those we care for. We encourage anyone who aligns with our values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, Innovation and Care to apply for this role.

NMHS is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of our Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing Strategy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position.

NMHS upholds the social model of disability. If you have any access needs or require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact:

• Dr Elizabeth Tate on 08 6159 6960 or email [email protected].
• Dr Dharjinder Rooprai on 0476 910 644 or email [email protected].

About this role

This position is responsible for the psychiatric and medical assessment and treatment of patients under their direct care. This includes providing clinical leadership, coordination and direction to a multi-disciplinary team responsible for delivering evidence based best practice treatment and evaluating the provision of patient centred-care coordination, within recovery orientated model.

This role reports to the Head of Service - Consultant Psychiatrist and supervises multiple positions.

What we are looking for

A highly capable and values-driven individual to join our fantastic team at North Metropolitan Health Service. You will be a driven and innovative individual whose actions, interactions and partnerships achieve high quality patient care. You will have the opportunity to embody the NMHS Values and make a real difference by providing safe quality care through expertise and teamwork.

While your qualifications and experience tell us part of your story, your values and attitude speak louder still. At NMHS, we aim to ensure our behaviours reflect our core values: Care, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork & Integrity. During the selection process you will be assessed on your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of this position while upholding our values.

What we offer

In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits:

• Generous salary packaging
• Diverse and inclusive culture
• Discounted public transport
• A smoke free environment
• Flexible leave arrangements
• Professional development opportunities
• Paid study leave
• Flexible working arrangements
• Continuous learning
• Professional and location based allowances

NMHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work options, where operationally appropriate.

Want to know more about this role?

We encourage you to contact:

• Dr Elizabeth Tate on 08 6159 6960 or email [email protected].
• Dr Dharjinder Rooprai on 0476 910 644 or email [email protected].

We think you’ll like it here

Our employees like working here, and we think you will too. Watch the video to find out what they have to say.

Ready to join our team?

Applicants are required to apply online at www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au, so allow enough time to complete the online application process and attach your documentation. If you experience difficulties, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

Your application should include:

• A statement addressing the selection criteria as listed in the attached Job Description Form.
• A covering letter outlining your suitability for this position.
• A copy of your resume summarising your experience and achievements relevant to this position.
• The names and contact details of two (2) referees. It is preferable for one of your referees to have been a recent supervisor.

Eligibility to Apply:

Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector. To be eligible for a fixed term appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period of the contract.

Other Conditions:

This is an “open-ended” recruitment pool, and as such the following should be noted:

• The panel will monitor this recruitment pool for applications and will assess on a regular basis.
• Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur.
• Appointments may be made from this pool until 30/04/2027.

This vacancy is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at: https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions after, or on, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted.

We look forward to receiving your application.

WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is seeking experienced Psychiatry Registrars to join the Rural Psychiatry Training WA (RPTWA) program across rural Western Australia.

This Recruitment Pool is for Full time or Part Time Fixed Term appointments for existing RANZCP Trainees seeking to transfer to the RPTWA program. Appointments for up to 5 years (dependent on RANZCP training stage), with the possibility of extension.

Locations: Include Albany, Broome, Bunbury, Busselton, Geraldton, Northam, Karratha & Port Hedland

Salary: South of the 26th parallel

Trainee Psychiatrist Year 1-7, $170,462.88 to $228,201.12 pa*

*Inclusive of base salary $140,819 to $192,371p.a, professional development $11,380pa and 12% superannuation. Generous accommodation & relocation subsidies also available.

Salary: North of the 26th parallel

Registrar Year 1-3, $178,223 to $194,925 pa*
* includes base salary $147,748 to $162,661 pa, professional Development allowance $11,380 pa and 12% employer contributed Superannuation. Generous accommodation & relocation subsidies also available)

Salary: North of the 26th parallel

HSMP Year 1-6, $300,622 to $377,620 pa*
* includes base salary $226,833 to $293,564 pa, professional Development allowance $34,696 pa and 12% employer contributed Superannuation. Generous accommodation & relocation subsidies also available

Appointment will be made based on skills and experience.

This is an active “open-ended” recruitment pool, and as such the following should be noted:

• The panel will monitor this recruitment pool for applications and will assess on a regular basis.
• Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur.
• Appointments may be made from this pool until 30/06/2027.

Position Profile:

We are seeking to appoint to the position of Trainee Psychiatrist in various regions across WACHS. The successful applicant will work as an integral part of the multidisciplinary and medical teams. Under the supervision of a Consultant Psychiatrist, this position provides assessment and management for clients requiring specialist psychiatric care. The successful applicant will be committing to a length of training contract (two to five years) with WACHS.

The Rural Psychiatry Training WA (RPTWA) program is overseen by the Western Australia Branch Training Committee, in accordance with the requirements for obtaining Fellowship of the Royal Australian New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP). The training program provides clinical and formal supervised training experiences in rural generalist psychiatry, with Stage 3 trainees completing Certificates of Advanced Training considered on a case-by-case basis.

Essential Criteria

• Commitment to a rural post in psychiatry.
• Good interpersonal skills and high-level communication skills.
• Current RANZCP trainee or on approved Break in Training
• The ability to satisfy the Selection Panel of suitable academic record, RANZCP training record and employment history.
• Commitment and eligibility to undertake psychiatry training.

Desirable Criteria

• Clinical competence in both General Medicine and Psychological Medicine.
• Ability to use proficient problem-solving techniques, coping strategies and ability to tolerate and deal effectively with stressful situations.
• “C” Class Driver’s Licence.
• Rural background and/or rural clinical experience
• Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

For Further Job-Related Information: Enquiries are strongly encouraged. Please contact Zoe Retallick Coordinator Rural Psychiatry Training WA via phone (08) 9722 2282 or email [email protected]

Area Profile: The WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is the largest country health system in Australia and one of the biggest in the world, providing health services to approximately half a million people, including 45,000 Aboriginal people, over a vast two and a half million square kilometre area. The organisation comprises seven regions, with a strong network of public hospitals, health services and health centres located across rural and remote Western Australia. Our core business is the provision of quality, accessible health services to country WA residents and visitors.

WACHS Mental Health: Providing high quality and culturally secure care and treatment for people experiencing mental health problems, including alcohol and substance use disorders, in rural and remote Western Australia is core business for the WA Country Health Service. WACHS recognises and values the importance of good mental health for all country people, and how it impacts on quality of life and the ability for people to be contributing members of the community.

The WACHS Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy 2019 – 24 provides a five year framework and plan to strengthen the integration of mental health care within all regional health services, ensuring a seamless journey for the consumer and their family. It promotes integrated and supportive person-centred care which provides equitable access to high quality and contemporary mental health care, close to home and on country.

Employee Benefits: In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):

• 11.5% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information click here.
• Access to generous salary packaging arrangements
• Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
• Flexible working arrangements
• Flexible leave arrangements
• Other professional and location-based allowances including generous accommodation and relocation subsidies.
• Explore endless unique and extraordinary sights in one of the most diverse state in the world

• Make a difference and become an important member of the local community.

Application Instructions: Applicants are requested to apply online via MedCareersWA Ref 492582

Please note applicants must have a current, valid email address to apply online. This email address will be used for communication with applicants. Emailed applications will not be accepted.

Applicants do not need to write a statement addressing the selection criteria.

Applicants must provide the following documentation for the panel to assess based on merit:

• Curriculum Vitae (must be completed on the template provided).
• Cover Letter (maximum of two pages)
• Proof of citizenship and residency status
• Evidence of English language skills registration standard (if applicable).
• AMC Certificate and exam result (if applicable).
• Current AHPRA Certificate.
• A letter of good standing from your current or most recent RANZCP Director of Training.
• A current copy of your RANZCP Trainee Progression Report
• A copy of the formal (written/clinical) exam feedback from RANZCP for any exams or assessments you have completed.

Applicants are also required to select regional locations preference within your application. Select your regional locations against Preferences 1 to 6 with 1 (first preference) through to 6 (last preference).

Applicant documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process.

Multiple applications will not be considered in their entirety. Where multiple applications are uploaded, the last document to be uploaded will be the only document accepted and considered by the panel.

Applicants are advised that selection interviews may not be required.

APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED WITHOUT A CURRICULUM VITAE (CV) COMPLETED ON THE PROVIDED TEMPLATE WILL BE INVALID.

If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact [email protected].

Recruitment Agencies presenting medical practitioners to WACHS via the online MedCareersWA must be a WACHS approved supplier.

Other Conditions:

• This position is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at: https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au
• 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.
• WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.
• WA Health is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA Health’s Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.
• Please 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.

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 30/10/2026 4:00pm will not be accepted.

LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.