Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to practice psychiatry in a beautiful and thriving region? Join the team at Wide Bay Mental Health & Specialised Services in Bundaberg! We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Psychiatrist to deliver high-quality mental health care to a diverse community in the heart of Queensland's stunning Wide Bay region.

Job details

Take a chance, progress your career and discover all that the Wide Bay has to offer.

Your opportunity: 

• Provide expert Psychiatric care and advice to patients attending Mental Health Services at Bundaberg Hospital.
• Provide professional leadership in the area of Mental Health within a multidisciplinary environment.
• Provide training, education and supervision to junior medical staff and other health care team members.

Opportunity for Private Practice: 

The successful candidate may have the opportunity to establish private practice outside of their WBHHS appointment with local private hospitals.  The successful candidate may receive assistance and concessions with:

• Use of the local private hospital's sessional rooms to allow establishment of practice and referral pathways
• Assistance with credentialling and administrative support to commence private practice
• Introduction to local GP's, physicians and surgeons to facilitate referral pathways.

Find out more in the Role Description.

Our offer:

We are offering a competitive remuneration package value up to $528,085 p.a., including salary between $182,106 - $266,677 p.a., generous employer superannuation (up to 12.75%), salary sacrifice perks, and flexible rostering for optimal work/life balance. Job Ad Reference: H2506WB645825

Regional Queensland residents enjoy a lower cost of living and affordable housing in one of the world's most beautiful and diverse regions.

Other benefits include:   

• Generous superannuation contribution (up to 12.75%)
• Annual Leave Loading (17.5%)
• Fantastic salary sacrificing benefits
• Professional Development Allowance 
• Professional Development Leave 
• Flexible work arrangements
• Lower cost of living

Discover Bundaberg   

Bundaberg and the Coral Coast region is where the coastline meets the country, just four hours' drive north of Brisbane. Indulge in the region's fresh local produce, seafood and iconic drinks and enjoy endless stretches of family-friendly beaches and nearby national parks where you can camp, fish, swim and surf the day away. Bundaberg is the gateway to the Southern Great Barrier Reef and has an enviable year-round climate. The city boasts excellent shopping, sporting, cultural, education and tourism facilities including Mon Repos Turtle Rookery.  

How to apply:

The Role Description and Information Package provide specific information on how to apply for the advertised position. ***APPLICATIONS ARE ONLY ACCEPTED ONLINE***

 Join our Hospital and Health Service family and see what it's like to be in a supportive workplace with engaged teams working together to ensure

‘Care, connection and compassion for all'

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

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Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Launch your career with the WBHHS (PDF, 696KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  Information for Applicants Jan 2020 (PDF, 285KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  Document Preparation Guide (PDF, 3.57MB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  Medical Practitioner Curriculum Vitae 2012 (Word, 58KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  H2506WB645825 RD (PDF, 632KB)
  Role Description