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Psychologist - Senior (Women, Newborn and Children's Services)
Southport
Provide high level evidence based psychology clinical services to inpatients and outpatients across the Gold Coast University Hospital and Health Service (GCHHS).
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Part-time |
| Occupational group | Psychology, Counselling & Social Work |
| Classification | HP4 |
| Workplace Location | Gold Coast |
| Job ad reference | QLD/GC689787 |
| Closing date | 24-Aug-2026 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Brooke Mitchell |
| Contact details | (07) 5687 3179 Access the National Relay Service |
The Role
An opportunity has become available for a Psychologist – Senior (Women, Newborn and Childrens Services) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 14 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.
You will
- Deliver high level psychology clinical services including assessment, formulation and treatment on referral
- Undertake clinical governance activities related to psychology within the multidisciplinary team
- Provide clinical advice to professional and operational supervisors, relevant service managers and stakeholders
- Provide ambulatory antenatal and postnatal services, including termination of pregnancy, and service other acute wards across hospital campuses
About you
To be successful in this position you will require:
- Tertiary degree in Psychology (or equivalent)
- Registration with the Physiotherapy Board of Australia (AHPRA)
- Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B
- Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
- Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
- Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)
- Driver Licence
Benefits
- Flexible work options
- Career Development
- Salary Packaging
- Modern Facilities
- Diverse Work Culture
- Research Opportunities
- 12.75% super
- 17.5% leave loading
Salary
- Permanent part time (30.4 hours per fortnight)
- Base salary ranging from $64.64 - $69.55 per hour
About Us
The Psychology Service is located within Allied Health Services and provides both inpatient and outpatient services to hospital patients with physical health and comorbid psychological conditions.
About Gold Coast Health
- Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
- Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
- More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
- Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
- Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
- A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
- Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong
How to Apply
Click APPLY to submit your application by Monday, 24 August 2026.
Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.
Job Ad reference: GC689787
Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.
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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