Canberra Health Services is seeking medical staff to deliver compassionate, recovery-focused care across ACT and surrounding regions. The role encompasses inpatient psychiatric care, community outreach and harm minimisation programs, with opportunities across MHJHADS and JHS sites.

Applicants must hold Specialist registration with AHPRA, meet credentialing requirements and obtain an endorsed scope of clinical practice from MDAAC.

Canberra Health Services is seeking a Child and Adolescent Mental Health Staff Specialist to lead inpatient and community-based services in a tertiary hospital setting in Canberra. The role requires specialist registration and the ability to work across MHJHADS with a recovery-focused, person-centred approach.

There are attractive salary components with base/total package values and incentives, plus relocation and visa support for eligible candidates.

Child and Adolescent Mental Health- Staff Specialist / Senior Staff Specialist
Full-time Permanent

Medical Staff in the Canberra Health Services enjoy excellent conditions, and our Enterprise Agreement is available at:

• Reimbursement of relocation expenses (up to $55,000) for interstate candidates on permanent and long term appointments (Conditions apply and subject to review and approval)
• VISA/Sponsorship for eligible candidates.
• City living without the traffic - see why you should live in Canberra
• Competitive pay rates and excellent working conditions within a tertiary hospital.
• Salary Packaging with many options that provide full fringe benefits tax concessions.
• Flexible working conditions.

Potential total package value of$394,407to$530,052 (Inclusive of additional incentives and allowances)dependent on the level of experience and participation.

Full Time Indicative Base Package Value:$344,407to$455,052(Pro Rata part time)

Indicative Base Package inclusive of

• Base Salary $204,936 to $274,696
• Superannuation (12.5%)
• Professional development allowances
• On-call allowance 17.5%
• Generous leave provisions, including up to 4 weeks training/education leave and up to 5 weeks annual leave per annum
• Annual Leave Loading 17.5%

Note: Starting base salary will be negotiated within this classification for the successful candidate, depending on experience and expertise.

Additional incentives and allowances to the base package Value:$50,000 to $75,000 Dependent on base level appointed to.

Attraction and Retention Incentive's (ARIn) available for this position - Subject to meeting eligibility criteria - (pro-rata for part time)

• Core Group Psychiatry ARIn
• Participation in 10 weekend days and 10 weekday evenings across one year regardless of fraction.

About the Role:

Position Overview

Mental Health, Justice Health and Alcohol and Drug Services (MHJHADS) offers compassionate, recovery-focused care for youth and adults across Canberra. Whether in hospitals, community centres, justice facilities, or even at home, MHJHADS provides specialised support tailored to each stage of life, from children and adolescents to older adults. Services include inpatient psychiatric care, community outreach, and harm minimisation programs, all designed to meet complex mental health needs with dignity and respect.

The Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) provides specialist inpatient and community based mental health assessment and treatment services for children and adolescents experiencing moderate to severe mental illness/disorder with significant functional impairment, associated complex needs and risk. CAMHS also governs several specialist MHJHADS services including:

• CAMHS Acute Services
• At Home Intensive Treatment Team (AHITT)
• Child and Adolescent Unit (CAU)
• CAMHS Day Program
• CAMHS Community Teams
• CAMHS North and South
• Single Point of Access (SPA)
• Adolescent Mental Health Outreach Service (AMOS)
• The Cottage Program
• CAMHS Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) Program
• Perinatal and Infant Mental Health Consultation Service (PIMHCS)
• Eating Disorders Program
• Eating Disorders Residential Treatment Centre
• Intellectual Disability Service

The successful applicant will have specialist experience in Child and Adolescent Mental Health, and high-level skills relevant to both inpatient and community services and be willing to work across MHJHADS as needed. The successful applicant will also be expected to participate in the mandatory administrative, governance and training requirements of medical officers within the Division. Emphasis on recovery focus and person-centred care are essential.

The position holder is expected to operate within the Public Sector Management Act (1994), the ACT Public Service Code of Conduct and the professional requirements specified by the appointee's Specialist College.
The preferred candidate maybe considered for a conjoint position in ANU at an academic level commensurate with the candidate's qualifications and experience. The academic position will be held for the duration of the Canberra Health Services employment and will be subject to regular performance reviews. No remuneration is attached to the University position. The employee will be responsible to the University on academic matters and to The Canberra Hospital & Health Services / Canberra Health Services for clinical/ research matters.
For more information in relation to conjoint positions with the ANU please contact The Director, ANU School of Medicine and Psychology

Please note prior to commencement successful candidates will be required to:

• Hold Specialist registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency
• Meet credentialing requirements and receive an Endorsed scope of clinical practice from the Medical Dental Appointments Advisory Committee (MDAAC)
• Comply with Canberra Health Services Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination policy.

Please note applications submitted via an agency will not be accepted for this position

Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.

Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary and community based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding region. More information can be found on the CHS website .

Our Vision: creating exceptional health care together
Our Role: to be a health service that is trusted by our community
Our Values: Reliable, Progressive, Respectful and Kind

CHS is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply.

The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved. More information can be found here ACT Closing the Gap Implementation Plan - ACT Government Transparency Portal .

Healthcare, Medical and Allied Services
Leaders and Senior Management

Medical Staff in the Canberra Health Services enjoy excellent conditions, and our Enterprise Agreement is available at:

• Reimbursement of relocation expenses (up to $55,000) for interstate candidates on permanent and long term appointments (Conditions apply and subject to review and approval)
• VISA/Sponsorship for eligible candidates.
• City living without the traffic - click here to see why you should live inCanberra
• Competitive pay rates and excellent working conditions within a tertiary hospital.
• Salary Packaging with many options that provide full fringe benefits tax concessions.
• Flexible working conditions.

Potential total package value of$394,407to$530,052 (Inclusive of additional incentives and allowances)dependent on the level of experience and participation.

Full Time Indicative Base Package Value:$344,407to$455,052(Pro Rata part time)

Indicative Base Package inclusive of

• Base Salary $204,936 to $274,696
• Superannuation (12.5%)
• Private Practice Allowance - SchemeA (other scheme's available)
• Professional development allowances
• On-call allowance 17.5%
• Generous leave provisions, including up to 4 weeks training/education leave and up to 5 weeks annual leave per annum
• Annual Leave Loading 17.5%

Note: Starting base salary will be negotiated within this classification for the successful candidate, depending on experience and expertise.

Additional incentives and allowances to the base package Value:$50,000 to $75,000 Dependent on base level appointed to.

Attraction and Retention Incentive's (ARIn) available for this position - Subject to meeting eligibility criteria - (pro-rata for part time)

• Core Group JHS- Primary Care Physician ARIn

About the Role: Position Overview

Mental Health, Justice Health, Alcohol and Drug Services (MHJHADS) offers compassionate, recovery-focused care for youth and adults across ACT and surrounds. Whether in hospitals, community centres, justice facilities, or even at home, MHJHADS provides specialised support tailored to each stage of life - from children and adolescents to older adults. Services include inpatient psychiatric care, community outreach, and harm minimisation programs, all designed to meet complex mental health needs with dignity and respect.

Justice Health Services (JHS) provides high quality healthcare to people located within the Alexander Maconochie Centre (AMC), the Dhulwa Mental Health Unit (DMHU) and young people at the Bimberi Youth Justice Centre (BYJC). The successful applicant would be expected to provide care to consumers across all JHS sites.

The position holder is expected to operate within the Public Sector Management Act (1994), the ACT Public Service Code of Conduct and the professional requirements specified by the appointee's Specialist College.
The successful applicant will have general practice experience and skills in both inpatient and community services and be willing to work across MHJHADS as needed. The successful applicant will also be expected to participate in the mandatory administrative, governance and training requirements of medical officers within the Division. Emphasis on astrong commitment to the principles of primary care, including prevention, health promotion and person-centred care, together with an understanding of the impact of social determinants of health, trauma, disadvantage and inequity on health outcomes, is essential.

The position holder is expected to operate within the Public Sector Management Act (1994), the ACT Public Service Code of Conduct and the professional requirements specified by the appointee's Specialist College.
The preferred candidate maybe considered for a conjoint position in ANU at an academic level commensurate with the candidate's qualifications and experience. The academic position will be held for the duration of the Canberra Health Services employment and will be subject to regular performance reviews. No remuneration is attached to the University position. The employee will be responsible to the University on academic matters and to The Canberra Hospital & Health Services / Canberra Health Services for clinical/ research matters.
For more information in relation to conjoint positions with the ANU please contact The Director, ANU School of Medicine and Psychology 6125

Please note prior to commencement successful candidates will be required to:

• Hold Specialist registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency
• Meet credentialing requirements and receive an Endorsed scope of clinical practice from the Medical Dental Appointments Advisory Committee (MDAAC)
• Comply with Canberra Health Services Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination policy.

Please note applications submitted via an agency will not be accepted for this position

Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.

Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary and community based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding region. More information can be found on the CHS website .

Our Vision: creating exceptional health care together
Our Role: to be a health service that is trusted by our community
Our Values: Reliable, Progressive, Respectful and Kind

CHS is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply.

The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved. More information can be found here ACT Closing the Gap Implementation Plan - ACT Government Transparency Portal .

Healthcare, Medical and Allied Services
Leaders and Senior Management

Canberra Health Services (CHS) invites applications for a Senior Dental Therapist to provide leadership, clinical oversight, and strategic direction across CHS Dental. You will lead service delivery, mentor clinicians, and drive quality improvement while continuing to provide high-quality care to Canberra's population.

This role requires extensive public dentistry experience, strong leadership, and a collaborative, patient-centred approach.

Senior Speech Pathologist - Allied Health
Full-time Temporary with a Possibility of Permanency

• Competitive pay rates and excellent working conditions within a tertiary hospital.
• Salary Packaging with many options that provide full fringe benefits tax concessions.
• Flexible working conditions
• Access to Employee Assistance Program.
• Access to onsite Physiotherapists.
• Access to onsite cafes.

About the Role:

Canberra Health Services is seeking an experienced and motivated Speech Pathologist to join our team as a Senior Speech Pathologist (HP3), providing comprehensive acute services to adults with communication and swallowing disorders across North Canberra Hospital and Clare Holland House.

In this role, you will deliver advanced assessment and intervention for patients with complex clinical presentations, applying evidence-based practice, high-level clinical reasoning, and independent professional judgement. You will manage complex and high-risk cases, contribute to multidisciplinary care, and build effective partnerships with consumers, carers, and key stakeholders to support safe, coordinated, and high-quality healthcare delivery.

As a senior clinician, you will provide clinical leadership through staff supervision, mentoring, and student education, while contributing to service development, quality improvement, research, and strategic initiatives that enhance patient outcomes and strengthen workforce capability.

This position offers an excellent opportunity for a skilled clinician who is committed to professional excellence, continuous improvement, and delivering person-centred care within a dynamic public health environment.

Please note prior to commencement successful candidates will be required to:

• Comply with Canberra Health Services Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination policy.
• Comply with CHS credentialing and scope of clinical practice requirements for allied health professionals.

Note: This is a full-time temporary position available for a period of six to 12 months with the possibility of extension and/or permanency.

Appointment to the position may be made based on written application only.

Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.

Where an offer of employment is for a fixed-term period, any related temporary contracts within the Territory will be issued in compliance with the requirements and applicable exceptions outlined in the Fair Work Act.

Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary and community based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding region. More information can be found on the CHS website .

Our Vision: creating exceptional health care together
Our Role: to be a health service that is trusted by our community
Our Values: Reliable, Progressive, Respectful and Kind

CHS is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply.

The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved. More information can be found here ACT Closing the Gap Implementation Plan - ACT Government Transparency Portal .

Canberra Health Services is seeking a Senior Speech Pathologist (HP3) to deliver advanced assessment and intervention for adults with communication and swallowing disorders in North Canberra Hospital and Clare Holland House. The role includes clinical leadership, supervision, and student education, in a setting focused on high-quality patient care.

The position is full-time temporary with potential for permanency, offering competitive pay, salary packaging, flexible working conditions and access

General Manager, North Canberra Hospital
Full-time Executive

Details: Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focused on the delivery of high quality, effective, person-centered care. We provide acute, sub-acute, primary, and community based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding regions.

The General Manager (GM) is the role accountable for ensuring efficient and patient centered delivery of health services at North Canberra Hospital, including facilities and patient support services. The incumbent will bring significant experience in strategic and operational management in an acute healthcare facility.

Leading a motivated team of divisional executives, clinicians and support staff, the GM is expected to achieve exceptional outcomes for patients, whilst delivering safe and cost-effective services, in collaboration with a range of service providers, team members and consumers.

Under limited direction of the Chief Operating Officer, the incumbent will have a deep understanding of the requirements of the role, to work in a collaborative manner across CHS. The incumbent will need to provide outstanding leadership, communicate professionally and with influence and work with flexibility, efficiency and diplomacy both individually and as part of a high- performing executive team.

Remuneration: The position attracts a remuneration package ranging from $363,688 - $374,925 depending on current superannuation arrangements of the successful applicant. This includes a cash component of $321,056.

Contract: The successful applicant will be engaged under a performance-based long-term contract for a period of up to five years. Prospective applicants should be aware that long-term engagements are tabled in the ACT Legislative Assembly.

Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary and community based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding region. More information can be found on the CHS website .

Our Vision: creating exceptional health care together
Our Role: to be a health service that is trusted by our community
Our Values: Reliable, Progressive, Respectful and Kind

CHS is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply.

Executive and Statutory Offices
Leaders and Senior Management

Senior Dental Therapist - Community Health and Integrate Care
Full-time Permanent Closes: 15 September 2026

Classification: Health Professional Level 4
Salary: $127,597 - $141,511 plus superannuation
Position No: 28351 - 02ROI
Directorate: Canberra Health Services
Advertised (Gazettal date): 08 September 2026
Contact Officer: Dr Vanessa Holm

What can we offer you:

• Competitive pay rates and excellent working conditions within a tertiary hospital.
• Salary Packaging with many options that provide full fringe benefits tax concessions.
• Flexible working conditions.
• 12.5% Superannuation.
• Access to Employee Assistance Program.
• Up to $12K reimbursement of relocation expenses for interstate candidates (subject to review and approval).

About the Role: Join a team dedicated to improving oral health outcomes for the Canberra community

Canberra Health Services Dental (CHS Dental) is seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Dental Therapist to provide professional leadership, clinical oversight and strategic direction across our public oral health services.

Working within the Division of Community Health and Integrated Care, you will lead service delivery, support workforce development, drive quality improvement initiatives and contribute to policy and clinical standards, while continuing to provide high-quality clinical care to eligible adults and children across Canberra.

To be successful, you will bring extensive public dentistry experience, strong leadership and organisational skills, and a commitment to delivering safe, patient-centred care. You will be a collaborative and compassionate clinician who can build strong relationships, mentor staff and support continuous service improvement.

This is an exciting opportunity to combine clinical practice with leadership in a supportive public health environment. You will play a key role in shaping oral health services, mentoring clinicians, and driving service improvement while making a meaningful impact on the health of the Canberra community. Canberra Health Services offers ongoing professional development, leadership opportunities, and the benefits of a rewarding career in the public sector.

A current driver's licence and the ability to travel between CHS Dental locations are required.

Please note prior to commencement successful candidates will be required to:

• Comply with Canberra Health Services Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination policy
• Comply with CHS credentialing and scope of clinical practice requirements for allied health professionals.

Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.

Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary and community-based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding region. More information can be found on the CHS website .

Our Vision: creating exceptional health care together
Our Role: to be a health service that is trusted by our community
Our Values: Reliable, Progressive, Respectful and Kind

CHS is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply.

The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved. More information can be found here ACT Closing the Gap Implementation Plan - ACT Government Transparency Portal .

Intensive Care Unit Career Medical Officer
Full-time Temporary Closes: 17 September 2026

Classification: Career Medical Officer 2
Salary: $192,551 - $227,502 plus superannuation
Position No: 70666, several - 02RQ1
Directorate: Canberra Health Services
Advertised (Gazettal date): 01 September 2026
Contact Officer: Dr Harshel Parikh on

What can we offer you:

• City living without the traffic -
• Competitive pay rates and excellent working conditions within a tertiary hospital.
• Salary Packaging with many options that provide full fringe benefits tax concessions.
• 12.5% Superannuation.
• Visa sponsorship for eligible candidates.
• Reimbursement of relocation expenses for interstate candidates (subject to review and approval).

Applications are sought for one-yearIntensive Care Unit Career Medical Officer (Transition Year Fellow) positionfor the College of Intensive Care Medicine Training Program from February 2027 at Canberra Hospital Intensive Care Unit (ICU).

Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person-centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary and community based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding regions. More information can be found on theCHS website .

Canberra Hospital ICU, with annual admission rate of 2500 to 2800 patients, holds unlimited accreditation with the College of Intensive Care Medicine (CICM) of Australia and New Zealand for training in intensive care medicine and has advanced trainees providing after hours cover. The unit meets all College requirements for training in Neurosurgery, Cardiothoracic Surgery and Trauma. The unit has a strong commitment to undergraduate and postgraduate education and clinical research offering excellent opportunities for clinicians to engage in high quality academic activities.

The TYF position(s) at Canberra Hospital ICU aim to fulfil the training requirements of CICM's final 12 months of its intensive care training program (also known as the Transition Year). It is a transitional role between that of a phase 2 trainee to a junior specialist, with flexibility and graded responsibility to allow increasing clinical autonomy and responsibilities including directing patient management, supervising, and managing the multidisciplinary clinical team, collaborating with other multi specialty clinicians whilst being supervised by an immediately available intensivist.

The position will have a dedicated rostered protective time to pursue and demonstrate interest in the following fields: critical care ultrasound and echocardiography, research, medical administration.

Note: This is a temporary position available from February 2027 for a period of 12 months.

Prior to commencement, the successful candidates will be required to:

• Comply with Canberra Health Services Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination policy.

Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.

Where an offer of employment is for a fixed-term period, any related temporary contracts within the Territory will be issued in compliance with the requirements and applicable exceptions outlined in the Fair Work Act.

Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary and community based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding region. More information can be found on the CHS website .

Our Vision: creating exceptional health care together
Our Role: to be a health service that is trusted by our community
Our Values: Reliable, Progressive, Respectful and Kind

CHS is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply.

The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved. More information can be found here ACT Closing the Gap Implementation Plan - ACT Government Transparency Portal .

Note

This is a temporary position available from February 2027 for a period of 12 months.

Canberra Health Services invites applications for a Senior Dental Therapist to provide leadership, clinical oversight and strategic direction across our public oral health services. Based in the ACT, this full-time role requires extensive public dentistry experience, strong leadership, and a commitment to delivering safe, patient-centred care.

Canberra Health Services offers professional development, leadership opportunities and a rewarding public sector career, with generous superannuation and

Canberra Health Services (CHS) seeks a General Manager for North Canberra Hospital to ensure efficient, patient-centered delivery of health services and to lead facilities and patient support services.

The GM will oversee a diverse team of divisional executives, clinicians and staff, driving safe, cost-effective care and engaging with partners across CHS, the community and the ACT Legislative Assembly.

Canberra Health Services invites applications for a one-year Intensive Care Unit Career Medical Officer (Transition Year Fellow) to join Canberra Hospital ICU from February 2027. This full-time temporary role offers competitive salary ($192,551 - $227,502 plus super) and opportunities within a tertiary hospital.

CHS provides high-quality, person-centred care and supports training through CICM. Successful applicants will work under supervision, with increasing autonomy and a dedicated rostered

Canberra Health Services invites applications for Registered Nurse Level 3 Grade 1 - Perioperative Resource Manager, a full-time temporary role with potential permanency in the Peri-Operative Unit at Canberra Hospital. You will lead the nursing team, manage the unit's physical and financial resources, and collaborate with clinical and operational leaders to ensure safe, efficient perioperative care.

This role offers flexible working conditions and the chance to influence service delivery in a

Registered Nurse Level 3 Grade 1 - Perioperative Resource Manager
Full-time Temporary with a Possibility of Permanency

• City living without the traffic - click here to see why you should live inCanberra .
• Competitive pay rates and excellent working conditions within a tertiary hospital.
• Salary Packaging with many options that provide full fringe benefits tax concessions.
• Flexible working conditions.
• Reimbursement of relocation expenses for interstate candidates (subject to review and approval).

Step into a key leadership role within one of Canberra Health Services' most dynamic and fast-paced clinical environments. The Peri-Operative Unit at Canberra Hospital delivers care across the full surgical journey, incorporating the Day of Surgery Admissions (DOSA) Unit, Operating Theatres spanning a diverse range of surgical specialties, the Post Anaesthetic Care Unit (PACU), Extended Day Surgery Unit (EDSU), and several specialised procedural and invasive service areas.

As the Perioperative Resource Manager, you will be an integral member of the Nursing Leadership Team, reporting directly to the Assistant Director of Nursing, Perioperative Unit. This influential position is responsible for the effective management of the unit's physical and financial resources, ensuring the smooth delivery of high-quality perioperative services while supporting excellence in patient care.

Working collaboratively with clinical and operational leaders, you will contribute to the strategic direction and day-to-day management of one of the hospital's largest clinical areas. Your leadership will help drive safe, efficient, and sustainable operations, support workforce planning, and ensure resources are aligned to meet the demands of a continuously evolving surgical service.

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and experienced nurse leader to make a meaningful impact, influence service delivery, and help shape the future of perioperative care at Canberra Hospital.

Please note prior to commencement successful candidates will be required to:

• Comply with Canberra Health Services Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination policy.

Note: This is a temporary position available six to 12 months with the possibility of extension and/or permanency.

Please note applications submitted via an agency will not be accepted for this position

Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.

Where an offer of employment is for a fixed-term period, any related temporary contracts within the Territory will be issued in compliance with the requirements and applicable exceptions outlined in the Fair Work Act.

Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary and community based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding region. More information can be found on the CHS website .

Our Vision: creating exceptional health care together
Our Role: to be a health service that is trusted by our community
Our Values: Reliable, Progressive, Respectful and Kind

CHS is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply.

The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved. More information can be found here ACT Closing the Gap Implementation Plan - ACT Government Transparency Portal .

Note

This is a temporary position available six to 12 months with the possibility of extension and/or permanency.

Healthcare, Medical and Allied Services
Nursing

General Manager, North Canberra Hospital Canberra Health Services Permanent Canberra

Canberra Close Date: September 23, :59 AEST REF: CHSnch0626

• Lead a major acute hospital through growth and transformation
• Drive performance, culture and integration across a health network
• Shape future care models and a significant $2B redevelopment agenda

The Position

Canberra Health Services seeks an accomplished healthcare executive to lead North Canberra Hospital through an important period of transformation, integration and growth. This is a pivotal leadership appointment within one of Australia's most dynamic public health systems, providing the opportunity to influence both the future of the hospital and the broader delivery of healthcare across the ACT.

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the General Manager is responsible for the overall leadership and performance of the 320bed North Canberra Hospital, ensuring the delivery of safe, effective and person-centred services while maintaining a strong focus on access, patient flow, quality, workforce capability and financial sustainability. The role requires an executive who can successfully balance operational excellence, budget management (managing a circa $350M budget) with long-term strategic thinking, bringing together the 1500FTE staff around a shared vision and creating a culture that supports exceptional patient outcomes.

North Canberra Hospital occupies a unique place within the Canberra Health Services network and is entering a period of significant change. A major priority for the successful candidate will be strengthening alignment between the hospital and the wider health system, fostering a more connected and collaborative approach to service delivery. At the same time, the General Manager will lead the hospital through its circa $2B redevelopment and future service planning, helping shape contemporary models of care and positioning the organisation for long-term success.

This opportunity will appeal to a seasoned hospital leader with experience managing large-scale acute services, complex stakeholder environments and significant organisational change. You will bring operational credibility, strong financial acumen and a demonstrated ability to build culture, develop high-performing teams and maintain trusted relationships across clinical, executive, government and community settings.

The Organisation

Canberra Health Services delivers a comprehensive range of acute, sub-acute, primary and community-based health services to the ACT and surrounding region. Guided by its vision of creating exceptional healthcare together, Canberra Health Services is committed to providing high-quality, effective and person-centred care through a network of hospitals, community health centres and specialist services. Its values of being Reliable, Progressive, Respectful and Kind underpin the way care is delivered and how people work together across the organisation.

North Canberra Hospital is a major acute hospital serving Canberra and the surrounding region. As part of Canberra Health Services, the hospital is playing an increasingly important role within an integrated network-based model of care. Significant redevelopment activity, evolving service models and ongoing health system reform create an exciting environment for a leader who is motivated by the opportunity to shape the future of healthcare while delivering outstanding operational performance.

For more information on the organisation visit:

Applications close: Wednesday 23 September 2026 - 11:59pm

North Canberra Hospital is a major acute facility within Canberra Health Services. The General Manager will lead transformation, growth and integration across the network, ensuring safe, patient centred services while maintaining financial sustainability.

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the role requires strong strategic leadership, budget oversight of about $350M, and the ability to unite 1500 FTE around a shared vision during a $2B redevelopment program.

Senior Psychologist - Community Health And Integrated Care

Canberra Health - Canberra, ACT

Health, Medical & Pharmaceutical
Source: uWorkin

Skills Required: Adaptability Communication Skills Passionate Confident and Emotionally Stable Hard Work and Dedication Self Motivation Allied Health Business Partnerships Business Process Improvement Clinical Works Clinical Practices Clinical Supervision Community Health Consulting Integrated Care Knowledge of Credentialing Evidence-Based Practice Health Care Health Promotion Recruitment Psychology Multidisciplinary Approach Quality Management Stakeholder Engagement Stakeholder Management Demonstration Skills Mentoring Service Development Studio

JOB DESCRIPTION Job Description

• Comply with Canberra Health Services Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination policy.
• Comply with CHS credentialing and scope of clinical practice requirements for allied health professionals.

About the Candidate

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Psychologist to join our multidisciplinary team. This is an exciting opportunity for a psychologist who is passionate about delivering high-quality clinical care while also providing professional leadership, supervision and education within a specialist health service.

This role is suited to an experienced clinician who can apply a high level of independent professional judgement while managing complex clinical presentations. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality individual and group interventions, adapting clinical approaches to meet diverse client needs and contributing to positive health outcomes across a range of service areas. Working collaboratively with clients, carers, multidisciplinary teams and external agencies, you will facilitate coordinated care, build effective partnerships and support health promotion and service development activities.

As a senior member of the team, you will contribute clinical leadership through the provision of professional supervision, mentoring and training for Psychologists, Allied Health Professionals, students, Allied Health Assistants and other support staff. You will also provide education and consultation to internal and external stakeholders, support quality improvement initiatives and promote evidence-based practice across the service.

The successful applicant will be a confident and experienced psychologist with highly developed clinical reasoning skills, strong communication and stakeholder engagement abilities, and a demonstrated capacity to work independently within a complex healthcare environment. You will be committed to person centred care, professional excellence and continuous improvement, while contributing to a positive and collaborative team culture.

Note: A merit pool may be established from this recruitment process and will remain valid for 12 months. This pool may be used to fill similar roles and future vacant positions at the same level across CHS.

• Competitive pay rates and excellent working conditions within a tertiary hospital.
• Salary Packaging with many options that provide full fringe benefits tax concessions.
• Flexible working conditions
• Access to Employee Assistance Program.
• Access to onsite Physiotherapists.
• Access to onsite cafes.

About the Roles:

Join Canberra Health Services and take the next step in your professional career, where you will have the opportunity to influence service delivery, support the development of future clinicians and make a meaningful difference to the health and wellbeing of people across the ACT community.

Community Health and Integrated Care (CHIC) deliver integrated and effective rehabilitation, aged care and community-based services across a broad range of sites throughout the ACT. The CHIC Psychology and Counselling Team provides evidence-based psychological assessment, intervention and consultation services across both inpatient and outpatient settings, supporting individuals with complex health, rehabilitation, ageing and chronic pain needs.

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Canberra Health Services in ACT is seeking a Senior Psychologist to join their multidisciplinary team. You will deliver high-quality clinical care, provide professional leadership, supervision and education across CHIC services, and work within a specialist health setting to support diverse client needs.

You will apply independent professional judgement, lead group interventions, mentor staff and contribute to service development, quality improvement and evidence-based practice while

Canberra Health Services is seeking a psychologist to deliver assessment, intervention and consultation across rehabilitation, aged care and pain management settings. You will work within CHIC Psychology and Counselling Service, using evidence-based practice to improve client health and quality of life.

You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, promote health education, and support integrated care while gradually assuming more complex tasks under supervision as your expertise grows.

Canberra Health Services (CHS) invites applications from new graduate Physiotherapists for its 12-month Allied Health New Graduate program. This full-time temporary role includes comprehensive orientation, clinical supervision and networking opportunities.

You will rotate across acute inpatient wards and outpatient settings within CHS, with weekend/public holiday roster and good relocation assistance up to $12k. CHS offers a supportive environment, salary packaging and 12.5% superannuation.

New Graduate Physiotherapist - Allied Health
Full-time Temporary

• A range of clinical experiences to help you identify your clinical passion and best fit at CHS
• Exposure to management of complex clinical cases with great support
• A 12-Months new graduate allied health education program, with comprehensive orientation, networking opportunities, clinical supervision and regular education sessions
• City living without the traffic
• Competitive pay rates and excellent working conditions
• Salary Packaging with many options that provide full fringe benefits tax concessions
• Flexible working conditions
• 12.5% Superannuation
• Reimbursement of relocation expenses for interstate candidates up to $12k (subject to review and approval)

About the Role:

There are great opportunities for new graduate Physiotherapist across Canberra Health Services!

If you are a new graduate Physiotherapist looking for an exciting opportunity in healthcare, supercharge your career and create the life you want in Canberra. Our new graduate program has been designed to provide you with tailored individual support whilst optimising your career opportunities.

Located in one of Australia's most liveable cities, this role also offers the unique advantage of Canberra's relaxed lifestyle and pace, supporting a rewarding career alongside an excellent quality of life.

We are looking for Physiotherapists in the following areas:

• Acute Allied Health Physiotherapy at the Canberra Hospital.

This physiotherapy team provides services to a range of clients in acute inpatient wards and specialised outpatient settings at Canberra Hospital. You will have the opportunity to rotate across five different clinical areas during your graduate year. Acute physiotherapy inpatient care is delivered across 7 days with extended hours of service provision.

• Physiotherapy in the Community Health and Integrated Care Service (CHIC).

CHIC is a vibrant and diverse Division within CHS providing multidisciplinary rehabilitation, aged and community-based care across a range of settings. You will have the opportunity to rotate across four clinical areas providing the opportunity to develop clinical skills in hospital or outpatient or home-based neurological rehabilitation and musculoskeletal community based out-patients.

• Physiotherapyat North Canberra Hospital.

NCH Physiotherapy provides services across acute inpatients wards and in the outpatient setting. As a new graduate, you will have an opportunity to rotate across four clinical areas at North Canberra Hospital. New graduates are required to participate in the weekend and public holiday roster.

Successful candidates in the HP1 new graduate year are offered the opportunity to rotate across services and divisions to provide them with a broad range of experiences and opportunity to identify their clinical passion.

You will work in a growing and dynamic health service that is committed to providing state of the art services to Canberra and the surrounding regions. Successful candidates will be supported and provided ongoing education opportunities facilitated through the Allied Health New Graduate program and Allied Health Clinical Education Unit.

Please note prior to commencement successful candidates will be required to:

• Comply with Canberra Health Services Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination policy.
• Comply with CHS credentialing and scope of clinical practice requirements for allied health professionals.

Note: This is a full-time temporary position available for a period of 12 months.

Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.

Where an offer of employment is for a fixed-term period, any related temporary contracts within the Territory will be issued in compliance with the requirements and applicable exceptions outlined in the Fair Work Act.

Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary and community based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding region. More information can be found on the CHS website .

Our Vision: creating exceptional health care together
Our Role: to be a health service that is trusted by our community
Our Values: Reliable, Progressive, Respectful and Kind

CHS is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply.

The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved. More information can be found here ACT Closing the Gap Implementation Plan - ACT Government Transparency Portal .

Note

This is a full-time temporary position available for a period of 12 months.

Graduates, trainees and apprentices
Healthcare, Medical and Allied Services
Nursing

Canberra Health Services is seeking a Critical Care Senior Resident Medical Officer for a February 2027 start. This full-time temporary role involves rotations across Emergency Medicine, ICU, and CCU at Canberra and North Canberra hospitals within the ACT region.

Applicants should be PGY3+ by February 2027 and eligible for ACT health employment. CHS offers competitive pay, 12.5% superannuation, relocation assistance for interstate candidates, and visa sponsorship where eligible.

Critical Care Senior Resident Medical Officer
Full-time Temporary Closes: 13 September 2026

Classification: Senior Resident Medical Officer 1-3

Salary: $111,826 - $135,446 plus superannuation

Position No: 32074-02R4L

Directorate: Canberra Health Services

Advertised (Gazettal date): 19 August 2026

Contact Officer: Grace Johnson

What can we offer you:

• City living without the traffic - click here to see why you should live inCanberra
• Competitive pay rates and excellent working conditions within a tertiary hospital
• Salary Packaging with many options that provide full fringe benefits tax concessions
• 12.5% Superannuation
• Visa sponsorship for eligible candidates
• Reimbursement of relocation expenses for interstate candidates (subject to review and approval).

To find out more on what a career at CHS can give you, the benefits of working with us and why Canberra is Australia's happiest city click here:Benefits of working with us - Canberra Health Services

About the role:

Applications are sought for a February 2027 commencement for one year. To be eligible to apply for this position you must be PGY3+ by February 2027.

Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person-centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary and community-based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding regions. More information can be found on theCHS website .

The Canberra Hospital is a 600+ bed tertiary and referral hospital providing services to the ACT and South-East New South Wales region of Australia. It is the principal teaching hospital of the Australian National University (ANU) Graduate Program.

North Canberra Hospital, Bruce is a 256-bed public hospital providing acute and sub-acute services, with our Emergency Department receiving around 55 thousand presentations per year.

Rotations may include:

• Emergency Medicine - Canberra Hospital or North Canberra Hospital
• Intensive Care Unit - Canberra Hospital or North Canberra Hospital
• Coronary Care Unit - North Canberra Hospital

Prior to commencement, the successful candidates will be required to:

• Comply with Canberra Health Services Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination policy

Note: This is a full-time temporary position commencing in February 2027 for a period of 12 months.

Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.

Where an offer of employment is for a fixed-term period, any related temporary contracts within the Territory will be issued in compliance with the requirements and applicable exceptions outlined in the Fair Work Act.

Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary and community-based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding region. More information can be found on the CHS website .

Our Vision: creating exceptional health care together

Our Role: to be a health service that is trusted by our community

Our Values: Reliable, Progressive, Respectful and Kind

CHS is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply.

The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved. More information can be found here ACT Closing the Gap Implementation Plan - ACT Government Transparency Portal .

Note

This is a full-time temporary position commencing in February 2027 for a period of 12 months.

Healthcare, Medical and Allied Services
Nursing

Employment Type: Full Time, Temporary 6-12 months with possibility of extension and/or permanency Classification: Registered Nurse Level 4.3 (PN P24728) Salary:  $163,994 (Plus 12.5% Super)  Location: Canberra Health Services Section: Integrated Operations Centre Closing Date: 11 September 2026     What can we offer you:  •  City living without the traffic – click here to see why you should live in Canberra. •  Competitive pay rates and excellent working conditions within a tertiary hospital.  •  Salary Packaging with many options that provide full fringe benefits tax concessions. •  Flexible working conditions.  •  Reimbursement of relocation expenses for interstate candidates (subject to review and approval).   To find out more on what a career at CHS can give you, the benefits of working with us and why Canberra is Australia's happiest city click here: Benefits of working with us - Canberra Health Services (act.gov.au)     About the Role: Are you ready for your next challenge? Then this is the role for you! Join Canberra Health Services' Integrated Operations Centre (IOC) and play a key leadership role in coordinating and optimising acute clinical operations across the organisation. This dynamic position provides operational leadership within the Acute Stream, driving service coordination, operational planning, scheduling, and real-time response to support safe, efficient patient care. We are seeking a highly adaptable and motivated leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, can effectively manage competing priorities, build strong stakeholder relationships, and use data and analytics to inform decision-making and improve outcomes.   For more information regarding the position duties click here for the Position Description.     Please note prior to commencement successful candidates will be required to: •  Undergo a pre-employment National Police Check. •  Comply with Canberra Health Services Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination policy.     To Apply:  Please apply online by submitting a copy of your CV along with a 2-page cover letter or pitch, responding to the Selection Criteria, listed in the Position Description. ***Please note applications submitted via an agency will not be accepted for this position*** Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary and community‐based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding region. More information can be found on the CHS website.    Our Vision: creating exceptional health care together  Our Role: to be a health service that is trusted by our community Our Values: Reliable, Progressive, Respectful and Kind   CHS is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply.   The new state-of-the-art Building 5 is now officially open at Canberra Hospital. This 44,000sqm, nine-storey facility, the largest healthcare infrastructure project in the Territory’s history, delivers cutting-edge acute clinical services. Building 5 seamlessly integrates with existing campus buildings, ensuring smooth public access, patient transportation, and efficient logistics.   If you would like further information regarding this opportunity, please contact Shannon Reakes at 0423294387 or at Shannon.Reakes@act.gov.au   #LI-DNI LinkedIn exclusion pixel. Leave in if Area does not want to post on LinkedIn, remove if they do.