Career Medical Officer

7 days ago

North Canberra, Australia Uniting Full time
Overview

Location: ACT – headspace Early Psychosis, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Join to apply for the Career Medical Officer role at Uniting.

Base pay range:
$72.91/hr - $84.74/hr

Career Medical Officer – headspace Early Psychosis

Join a dynamic, forward-thinking team in beautifully appointed, purpose-built facilities.

About the Role

This range is provided by Uniting. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Responsibilities
  • Deliver direct clinical care to young people at risk of psychosis.
  • Develop and implement individualised management plans, tailored to each young person's needs.
  • Work collaboratively with families, clinicians, and community services to support patient well-being and recovery.
  • Provide clinical guidance to other team members, enhancing patient management and service delivery.
About the Program

headspace Early Psychosis is a nationally recognised leader in youth mental health, delivering evidence-based, recovery-focused care using the renowned Orygen EPPIC model. Our program consists of three core teams:

  • Mobile Assessment & Treatment Team (MATT)
  • Continuing Care Team
  • Functional Recovery Team

This role offers an exciting opportunity to provide high-impact, early intervention care in a modern, welcoming clinical environment that prioritises collaboration, innovation, and best-practice service delivery.

About You
  • Registered or eligible for General Registration as a medical practitioner with AHPRA.
  • Current Australian Driver's Licence.
  • Experience in mental health care, with strong communication and collaboration skills.
  • A team player who thrives in multidisciplinary settings, with a proactive, inclusive approach to patient and family engagement.
Why Join Us?
  • Manageable workload & strong peer support – ensuring sustainable, high-quality service delivery.
  • Competitive salary with salary packaging – increase your take-home pay.
  • Collaborative team environment – work alongside a Consultant Psychiatrist and Clinical Director.
  • Fitness Passport & U Rewards – access exclusive wellness benefits and discounts.
  • Opportunities for professional development & training – continue growing your skills and expertise.
  • Be part of something new – shape a pioneering service that makes a lasting impact on young people's lives.

This is more than just a job – it's an opportunity to lead, innovate, and transform early psychosis care in Canberra.

Apply now to make a difference in the mental health landscape and support the next generation in leading fulfilling lives.

For any enquiries, please contact: Geraldine Garcia - Operations Manager at ggarcia@uniting.org or Roger Gurr - Clinical Director at rgurr@uniting.org

About Uniting
Uniting NSW.ACT contributes to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice. Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.

Empowered by diversity
At Uniting, inclusion isn't just something we value – it's how we work. Our culture and practice reflect the vibrant diversity of our colleagues, and the clients and communities we serve.

Seniority level
  • Not Applicable
Employment type
  • Full-time
Job function
  • Customer Service and Health Care Provider
  • Industries: Non-profit Organizations and Mental Health Care

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