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Staff Specialist Psychiatrist
Townsville University Hospital
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Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Medical |
| Classification | L18-L27 |
| Workplace Location | Townsville region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/TV640024 |
| Closing date | 14-Jul-2025 |
| Job duration | Permanent full-time |
| Contact person | Dr Anthony Fernando |
| Contact details | (07) 4433 9871 Access the National Relay Service |
About your new employer…
Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS)
Clinical Excellence
Townsville HHS offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we foster continuous professional development, allowing staff to work on complex cases, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions.
Career Growth and Development
We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).
Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage
A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network. Employees experience a unique blend of career growth and lifestyle flexibility without the hustle of larger cities.
Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits
Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.
Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment. Staff benefit from regional opportunities while maintaining modern healthcare advantages.
Competitive salary and benefits:
We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.
- Salary range: $8062.00 to $10,221.70 p.f. (L18-L27)
- Annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
- Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available
About your opportunity:
A Staff Specialist position is available for specialist psychiatrist in the field of:
- Rehabilitation Mental Health Services Program Area
- Working knowledge in Forensic Psychiatry and familiarity with its principles highly regarded
This position will provide high quality clinical and non-clinical services to benefit the patients of the THHS. This includes research as well as teaching the health professionals of the future.
Requirements:
- Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration (if applicable).
- All applicants must be awarded SoCP by the THHS Credentialing and SoCP committee.
- Possession of class C drivers licence.
- This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
- Probation period may apply.
- Pre-employment checks will be conducted, including criminal history clearance.
Please refer to the Role Description for further details.
Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact:
Dr Anthony Fernando on (07) 4433 9871.
Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV640024
Applications close: Monday, 14/07/2025.
Please download the Role Description from the `Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
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QH Applicant Information Kit (PDF, 939KB)
Information Package for Applicants
Info Sheet_Document Preparation-new candidates-13.05.24 (PDF, 70KB)
Information Package for Applicants
CV Template - Medical officers V4.0 (Word, 57KB)
Information Package for Applicants
L18-L27 Staff Specialist (Consultant Psychiatrist) Rehab Services 30487890 (Word, 554KB)
Role Description
