Clinical Psychologist

Employment Type: Permanent Part-Time, minimum 16 hours per week

Location: Liverpool Hospital

Position Classification: Clinical Psychologist

Remuneration: $ $67.15 per hour

Requisition ID: REQ604449

Application Close Date: 28/09/2025

Interview Date Range: 01/10/2025 – 08/10/2025

Contact Details: Linda Lazar – |

Please note: A current influenza (flu) vaccination is a mandatory requirement for appointment to this position

About the Opportunity

Liverpool Hospital Cancer Services is seeking a compassionate and skilled Clinical Psychologist to join our multidisciplinary team.

In this role, you will provide evidence-based assessment, intervention and support to patients and families as they navigate treatment and recovery in their cancer journey. You will work closely with medical and allied health professionals to deliver holistic, patient-centred care, while also serving as a strong advocate for patients and their families.

We are seeking an experienced clinician with strong skills in clinical assessment, formulation, treatment planning, and delivery. A passion for improving the wellbeing and quality of life of people affected by cancer is essential, as is the ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment.

If you are ready to make a meaningful impact in a rewarding clinical setting, we encourage you to apply to join the team at Liverpool Hospital Cancer Services

What You'll be Doing

This position within the clinical Psycho-Oncology Service provides psychological diagnosis, assessment and treatment for patients of the Liverpool Cancer Therapy Centre and their carers, presenting with a wide of psychological issues. These may include depression, anxiety, specific phobias, adjustment disorders, cognitive and behavioral problems and grief and loss. Clients will be seen individually and may be seen in groups.

The Clinical Psychologist will participate in research and education and may be expected to supervise post-graduate Psychology interns. Clinical work will occur within the context of a multidisciplinary health care and psycho-oncology team.

Where You'll Be Working

Liverpool Hospital, founded in 1813, is the major health service for south-western Sydney, offering a wide range of state-wide services including critical care and trauma, neonatal intensive care, and brain injury rehabilitation. As a key teaching facility for UNSW Sydney and Western Sydney University, it provides extensive clinical services, including emergency care, cancer treatment, paediatrics, and mental health services. The hospital features 23 operating theatres and has a capacity for 877 beds.

The ongoing $830 million redevelopment as part of the Liverpool Health and Academic Precinct is transforming the hospital into a global hub for medical innovation. This redevelopment will expand clinical services, enhance research and teaching facilities, and introduce state-of-the-art equipment and amenities.

Working at Liverpool Hospital means being part of a forward-thinking, innovative team dedicated to providing exceptional patient care. The hospital's commitment to education and research offers numerous opportunities for professional development and career progression.

The vibrant and supportive work environment, combined with the hospital's central location near public transport and local amenities, makes it an ideal place to grow your career while making a meaningful impact on the community.

How to Apply

To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application.

• Master degree in Clinical Psychology or higher, registration with the NSW Psychologists Registration Board as well as eligibility for full membership of the Australian Psychological Society.
• Sensitivity to the needs and demonstrated knowledge of psycho-social issues for patients with cancer and their carers.
• Ability to use a wide variety of psychological interventions to provide evidence based, patient-centered care which includes specific training in cognitive behavioral treatment, as well as provision of various additional treatment modalities, including amongst other, brief psychotherapy, sexual counselling and grief therapy.
• Demonstrated experience working independently in the provision of patient/consumer-focused care
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team to accomplish service goals and improved patient and/or consumer care and outcomes.

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Additional Information

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Health & Fitness

South Western Sydney Local Health District employees receive discounted Gym Membership/Corporate Wellbeing Programs, including Fitness Passport.

Transforming Your Experience

Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values – Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.

To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.

At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don't just accept differences but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.

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