Psychiatrist, Staff Specialist or Visiting Medical Officer
1 day ago
Inpatient Psychiatrist – Staff Specialist or Visiting Medical Officer – Wollongong Hospital – Permanent - Up to 1.0 FTE available
ISLHD pride ourselves on motivating early career Staff Specialists and encouraging career progression for Staff Specialists who wish to remain in public health. A competitive salary may be offered under certain conditions.
The Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District is looking for a Permanent Staff Specialist or Visiting Medical Officer to join the Psychiatry inpatient team at the Wollongong Hospital.
Staff Specialist | Permanent up to 1.0 FTE available | Wollongong Hospital | REQ608646 | Applications close: Tuesday 28 October 2025
Join us in shaping healthier futures. Together we can do more.
Are you a passionate and motivated individual looking to pursue a career in Psychiatry?
Then you could be the perfect Psychiatrist to join the professionals at Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District (ISLHD).
For more information and to view the position classification, see the Position Description here.
Advanced Trainees that are expected to receive FRANZCP within 6 months may be considered for this role and are encouraged to apply.
A little about us.
Wollongong Hospital, located on Dharawal Country, is the Illawarra Shoalhaven's major referral and teaching hospital and has a bed-base count of more than 500. The campus, which incorporates the Illawarra Regional Cancer Care Centre, provides a comprehensive range of inpatient, outpatient and community-based services.
Wollongong is located an hour's drive south of Sydney on a narrow coastal strip bordered by the Royal National Park to the north, Lake Illawarra to the south, the Tasman Sea to the east and the Illawarra Escarpment to the west. Learn more about the lifestyle benefits of living and working in Wollongong here.
Benefits of working with ISLHD.
We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include:
• Training, Education and Study Leave (TESL) - $40,400 and 25 calendar days (for Staff Specialists only)
• Salary packaging – less tax and more take-home pay (for Staff Specialists only)
• Novated leasing – lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)
• Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families
• Discounted health insurance is available through a number of different private health insurance providers. Talk to your provider today for more information
Apply now by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the selection criteria within the application. In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements:
• Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role.
• Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• Current AHPRA Registration
• Valid NSW Drivers Licence
ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
ISLHD is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health's commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritize the safety, welfare, and wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
An eligibility list may be created for future temporary and permanent positions within the District.
Need more information or help applying ?
• Visit the ISLHD website for application tips, to learn more about ISLHD and other important application information.
• Visit the Stepping Up website here. Stepping Up supports Aboriginal people to navigate the recruitment process and find a career or employment in NSW Health.
• Visit The The Welcome Experience website here. The Welcome Experience is a free service supporting essential workers (and their families) who are considering applying for or have accepted a job in regional NSW.
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• For role-related queries or help applying, contact Ganesh Jeyachandran at
• For application-related queries or help applying, contact Bianca-lee Da Prato at
Applications Close: 28 October 2025
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