This is a Fixed Term Full Time appointment for up to 3 years. Fixed Term appointments include the possibility of extension(s).

WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service.

We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.

WA Health is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA Health’s Aboriginal Workforce Policy.  As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position.  Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.  

Other Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.

This vacancy is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at: https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au

Please note this recruitment process requires completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA). Any offer of employment with WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is conditional on satisfactory PEHA to ensure you are able to perform the inherent requirements of the position. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn. Please see the attached WACHS PEHA Policy for further information.

Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout the health service. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of six (6) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.

Suitable candidates to this recruitment process may also be accessed/offered employment by other employers within the WA Health system (e.g. South Metropolitan Health Service, North Metropolitan Health Service, East Metropolitan Health Service, WA Country Health Service, or Child and Adolescent Health Service).  

Position Profile: We are seeking to appoint to the position of Psychiatric Service Registrar. The successful applicant will work as an integral part of the multidisciplinary and medical teams. Under the supervision of a Consultant Psychiatrist, this position provides assessment, management for clients requiring specialist psychiatric care. The Psychiatric Service Registrar will also provide advice to referrers and colleagues whilst working with clients both in the community and those attending the hospital. 

Area Profile: The area supported by WA Country Health Service (WACHS) – Midwest covers approximately 601 859 km2 and covers a large proportion of central WA. It is bounded by the Wheatbelt, Goldfields and Kimberley regions. The area has a population of around 64 884, of which 10.6% are Indigenous Australians. Geraldton Hospital is the largest health campus in the Midwest and the main hub of the mental health service is situated there. The Greater Geraldton area is the largest population area and accounts for about 80% of the population. There are also offices in Meekatharra and Carnarvon.

The Midwest is a regional, rural and remote area characterised by great diversity including coastal, farming and desert areas. This diversity provides a large array of professional and personal opportunities, including attractive conditions that are conducive to enhancing family, career and recreational life. This is an exciting time to be joining the team. The Midwest Mental Health & Community Alcohol & Drug Service is currently undergoing a significant reform and an inpatient unit as well as a short stay unit are in development, with practical completion due by 2023. A low-acuity step-up/step-down facility has recently opened, which has commenced servicing the community in a recovery-oriented manner.

This is an opportunity for the right applicant to have a major impact on the development and functioning of the service to enable its vision of providing best care to the community.

Employee Benefits: Our employees enjoy a range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):

• Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance
• Access to generous salary packaging arrangements
• Flexible working arrangements
• Flexible leave arrangements
• Other professional and location based allowances
• For information on superannuation go to: http://www.treasury.wa.gov.au/Superannuation/Employees/Overview/

Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form.

For Further Job Related Information: We encourage you to contact Neil Dadd, Manager Midwest Mental Health on 08 9956 8676.

If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

Application Instructions: Applicants must apply online via MedJobsWA. Applicants must have a current, valid email address in order to apply online. This email address will be used for all communication.

Recruitment Agencies presenting medical practitioners to WA Country Health Service (WACHS) via MedJobsWA at https://medjobswa.mercury.com.au/ must read the attached ‘WACHS and Recruitment Agency Agreement 2017-2020’.

It is preferable for your referee to be a current supervisor or manager.  

Applicants are advised to write a statement addressing the selection criteria and provide a detailed curriculum vitae which summarises your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements. These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.  

LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.