Location: Parkville
Role type: Tenant
Department/School: Student and Scholarly Services
Remuneration: Fees for service - 100% of receipts
- Bring expert mental health services to students.
- Join a dynamic mental health team.
About the Role
Are you a passionate and empathetic psychiatrist looking to make a positive impact on patient’s lives while embracing the future of mental health care in the younger demographic? Join our dynamic team as a tenant psychiatrist bringing expert mental health services to students at the University of Melbourne.
Our mental health team including psychiatrists, psychologists and a mental health nurse play a crucial role in providing top-notch mental health care to individuals seeking support for a wide range of emotional and psychological challenges. You will receive referrals from our team of general practitioners to assess, and diagnose conditions, develop personalised treatment plans and offer ongoing support to improve patients’ mental well-being.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Provision of accurate diagnoses and formulation of evidence-based treatment plans for patients with various mental health concerns.
- Offering compassionate and non-judge mental support to patients promoting a safe and trusting therapeutic environment.
- Monitoring and tracking patient’s progress adjusting treatment plans as needed to ensure optimal outcomes.
Who We Are Looking For
Are you driven to make a real difference? We're seeking experienced and compassionate psychiatrists who are experienced in diagnosing and treating diverse mental health conditions across all age groups. If you have excellent communication skills and a commitment to patient confidentiality and ethical practice, we want to hear from you! Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.
You will also have:
- AHPRA registered consultant psychiatrist
- Membership with RANZCP
- Active unrestricted medical license in Australia
This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
What We Offer You!
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including:
- Free tenancy, including at no cost; infrastructure, IT equipment and technical and administration support staff.
- Provivision of Medicare -supported services, enabling access to affordable care for students (bulk billing).
- Access to a diverse and dedicated support team including psychologists, mental health nurses, general practitioners and administrative staff.
About the University of Melbourne
We’re tightly connected with the community, both at home and abroad. We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website and stay connected with our stories and people on LinkedIn.
Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page.
We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact Kim Groizard at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled "Reasonable Adjustments Request".
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.
For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring
Join Us!
If you are a dedicated psychiatrist and are passionate about delivering exceptional services, we invite you to join like-minded tenants, providing consultation services from our site.
Please contact the Manager, Health Service, University of Melbourne; Anne McGlashan amcg@unimelb.edu.au. with:
- Your updated CV,
- Cover letter detailing your interest in psychiatry and your relevant experience
Only applications sent directly to this email will be accepted.
