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PHO/Registrar
Ipswich
Start a new journey with West Moreton Health! The Registrar/ Principal House Officer (PHO) provides medical services under the supervision of Consultant Psychiatrist that are evidence-based, efficient, effective and equitable to consumers within a public health setting. Registrar/ PHOs are expected to acquire necessary skills and knowledge to satisfy the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) Australian Medical Board requirements in order to practice as a specialist.
Temporary Full-time opportunity for up to 6 months!
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Medical |
| Classification | L4-L9 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane - West,Ipswich region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/WM683892_05 |
| Closing date | 08-Jun-2026 |
| Job duration | 6 months per rotation |
| Contact person | Timothy Hender |
| Contact details | 07 3817 2473 Access the National Relay Service |
About West Moreton Health
West Moreton Health is one of Queensland's most diverse and rapidly evolving health services, delivering health care to over 300,000 people across Ipswich, Boonah, Gatton, Laidley, and Esk.
We provide preventative and primary healthcare services, ambulatory services, acute care, sub-acute care, oral health, mental health and other specialised services, including prison and youth detention health services, and alcohol and other drugs services to the region.
At West Moreton Health, our employees apply our shared values to every aspect of their work. This helps make sure our workplaces are effective, inclusive and empower our employees to reach our goals.
As a Child Safe Organisation, at West Moreton Health:
- We prioritise children and young people being seen, heard, and safe in every interaction.
- We create inclusive environments where the voices and needs of children and young people are valued and respected.
- We believe safeguarding is shared responsibility, upheld by every member of our organisation.
Come and join a connected team of over 6,000 professionals delivering compassionate, community-based care across the West Moreton region.
What it's like to work with us | West Moreton Health
What we're looking for
Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following:
Principal House Officer
- Knowledge, expertise and skill in the assessment and clinical management of people with mental illness.
- Effective interpersonal, communication, negotiation and organisational skills including the ability to work effectively and efficiently within a multidisciplinary team.
- Demonstrated commitment to continuing professional education including development and maintenance of personal knowledge and skills.
Registrar
- Advanced clinical skills in general medicine.
- Provides patient care by demonstrating qualities of maturity, empathy and time management as well as communicating soundly with patients.
- Develops own learning experience by seeking out opportunities to learn, attending learning programs and teaching others.
Mandatory Requirements:
- Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16.
- MBBS or equivalent qualification registrable with the Medical Board of Australia.
- Minimum requirement - completed two years postgraduate or the equivalent (i.e. if an internship is counted as undergraduate component of a medical degree - this internship can be counted as one postgraduate year) and completed a full term in Psychiatry (10 weeks- this experience can be gained overseas). Those who have finished basic training as per the requirements of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists will be given opportunities to complete advanced training in general adult psychiatry.
Why choose us
- Purposeful work that makes a meaningful impact in one of Queensland's fastest-growing regions.
- Professional development including mentorship, paid study leave, simulation training and research opportunities.
- Career pathways with support to step into senior roles and leadership.
- Wellbeing supports including peer networks, flexible work options, EAP and dedicated mental health programs.
- Competitive benefits including salary packaging and up to 12.75% super.
To apply
For further information regarding this role, please download and read the attached Role Description,#EveryoneIsALeader Framework and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume, including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role.
Applications to remain current for a period of 12 months and may be used to fill a similar vacancy.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies.
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.
