Consultant Psychiatrist

Full time consultant psychiatrist with FRANZCP to work at Mercy Mental Health & Wellbeing Service (MMH&WS) in a well-supported Adult Inpatient Psychiatric Unit.

Employment Type: Permanent & Semi-permanent

Hours: 38 hours per week

Salary: As per EBA and classification level

Location: Primary site being Werribee Mercy Hospital

Application: Please upload Resume and Cover Letter

Contact: Dr Michael Lograsso, Director of Medical Services, Mercy Mental Health & Wellbeing Service, ,

Where there's life, there's Mercy.

Where there's care, there's You.

Through the battles and the breakthroughs, we're there. Where will you be?

For over a century, our incredible teams have provided care for people when they need it most. Our people feel great pride in this, and they value the security and stability we offer. But it also means so much opportunity - to build on all that's gone before, to grow your impact and gain experience that's hard to find elsewhere.

Join us at Werribee Mercy Hospital, and help us deliver even greater outcomes for our patients, families, communities, and you.

About the opportunity

Mercy Mental Health & Wellbeing Service (MMH&WS), a provider of public mental health services for the southwestern metropolitan area of Melbourne is seeking an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist for work at our Inpatient Psychiatric Unit.  This position is a combination of part permanent EFT and part long service leave cover and this is open to negotiation.

The position will be based at our Clare Moore Building, Werribee Mercy Hospital.  This 54 bed adult acute psychiatrist inpatient unit is very well supported with six consultant psychiatrists and an ever-growing JMO workforce and robust registrar training program.

MMH&WS covers Australia's most diverse and growing population with a commitment to quality patient centred care and recovery orientated practice making this position both challenging and rewarding.

What you'll bring
 

You're resilient, compassionate and have a whole lot of heart. Most importantly, you are committed to delivering exceptional patient-centred care.

Qualifications

• Registration with the Australian Medical Board (AHPRA)
• Extensive experience in working effectively with consumers who have psychosocial mental health needs
• Experience in the identification and management of a range of mental health issues including psychosis, anxiety, depression, complex post-traumatic stress disorder and risk issues
• Autonomy, organisational skills and ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team
• Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists or (or working towards)

To thrive in this role, you will have:

• Excellent clinical, time management, organisational and communication skills, with the ability to adapt and problem solve.
• A compassionate, flexible and positive approach to effective patient care and management.
• The ability to nurture friendly, respectful relationships and contribute to a collaborative team environment.

You will also be required to provide evidence of, or in the process of obtaining:

• A current Police Record Check and Working with Children Check.
• Current COVID-19 certificate, proof of current influenza vaccination and other vaccination status consistent with public health orders.

Why Mercy Health?

We've been supporting people for over 100 years. Now, we're taking all that we have and making it even better. It's about investing in our people and our cultures to create positive experiences and opportunities for all.

Here are some things you'll love about working with us:

• 100+ years of caring …

We're a cornerstone of the communities we serve, and as part of Werribee Mercy Health, the vital work you do here will always be needed. That means career stability and so much opportunity to build your rewarding future with us.

• A team of 10,000 hearts …

A career in healthcare and human services isn't always easy, and it takes true heart. Here, you'll join a team of over 10,000 dedicated people who carry on and support each other, whatever comes their way.

• Countless moments and lives …

As part of Werribee Mercy Health, you'll be right at the heart of our impact. By improving the health outcomes of parents and babies through outstanding patient care, you'll know that every moment you spend here truly matters.

• … And so much more to come.

We're on a journey to keep growing our organisation and impact for the next 100 years. We have the leadership, the scale, the heart and the vision for the future. Let's achieve it together.

You'll also enjoy a range of other benefits:

• Develop and expand your skills, knowledge and impact across the scope of practice.  Werribee Mercy Hospital is a General Public Hospital located in the rapidly growing Western suburbs of Melbourne. Our services include surgical, medical, maternity, newborn, renal dialysis, emergency, mental health, rehabilitation, aged and palliative care. The hospital has recently undergone significant expansion with the opening or our new intensive care unit, additional operating theatres and the opening of two new wards, taking the total number of beds to 298. Join us now and be part of our team as we expand to serve our community.
• Advance your career with ongoing professional development opportunities and educational resources in a supportive environment.
• Find a better balance with a flexible rostering.
• Make the most of your pay with our generous salary packaging options.
• Save big with access to a range of retail discounts across financial, healthcare, travel and other services.
• Live, work and feel your best with our health and wellbeing programs including an Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport for you and your family. If you have an existing Fitness Passport, you can easily transfer it to Mercy Health.