Senior Medical Practitioner

Overview

Senior Medical Practitioner - Psychiatry

Position No: Pool Ref 00708079

Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time

Unit/Directorate: North Metropolitan Mental Health Service > Stirling Community Adult Mental Health

Do you want to be a part of a team that promotes and improves the health of its people and community?

This is a Recruitment Pool for Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time, Fixed Term Full Time and Fixed Term Part Time appointments. Fixed Term appointments may be extended and/or become permanent.

Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur. Appointments may be made from this pool until 30 June 2026.

Role summary

What is our Senior Medical Practitioner - Psychiatry role?

Provides evidence based psychiatric services with a multidisciplinary team promoting maintenance of clinical standards and quality of care. Responsible for the clinical management of mental health patients and providing support to their families and carers within a recovery focussed model.

During the selection process you will be assessed on your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of this position while upholding the organisation values: Care, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork and Integrity.

What we offer

What we offer

NMHS supports flexible working practices where operationally appropriate. In addition to the salary, employees enjoy a range of benefits including:

- Generous salary packaging to increase take-home pay
- Professional and career development opportunities
- Diverse and inclusive culture

How to know more

Want to know more about this role?

Contact Dr Ajay Velayudhan on 08 9344 5400 to discuss how this role aligns with your personal and career interests.

We think you’ll like it here

Our employees enjoy working here. Watch this video to hear what they have to say.

Ready to join our team?

Applicants are required to apply online at www.jobs.wa.gov.au. Please allow enough time to complete the online application and attach your documentation. If you experience difficulties, contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for assistance during business hours.

The Job Data Form (JDF) is attached for reference. Your application should include:

- A Cover Letter (max 3 pages) explaining why you are applying and providing examples of knowledge, experience and skills.
- A detailed Resume with qualifications, capabilities and relevant experience.
- References – two referees (one preferably a recent supervisor).

Eligibility and recruitment

Eligibility to Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is essential for permanent positions. For fixed term appointments, documentary evidence of entitlement to live and work in Australia for the contract period is required.

WA Health requires criminal records screening and integrity checks as part of the appointment process. A Working with Children check and a pre-employment health assessment may also be required. Referees may be asked to comment on integrity and ethical conduct. Adverse information will be considered in the appointment process.

NMHS fosters equity and inclusion and welcomes applicants who align with our values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, Innovation and Care. We encourage applications from people who reflect the diversity of the community. NMHS is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce and applies Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984. We support reasonable workplace adjustments and welcome applicants with disability; contact the NMHS Talent Attraction Group for accessibility requests.

Lodgement deadline: Submissions after 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Contact and location

Location: Stirling; Unit/Division: North Metropolitan Mental Health Service > Stirling Community Adult Mental Health.

Closing Date: 2025-10-06 4:00 PM

Note: This document can be made available in alternative formats on request.

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