Specialist Medical Practitioner - Psychiatrist (505960)

Job Description

Specialist Medical Practitioner - Psychiatrist (505960) Department of HealthCommunity, Mental Health & WellbeingCMHW - MH & Statewide Services Applications must be submitted by Sunday 09 March, 2025 11:55 PM AEST. Award/Classification: Medical Practitioners Agreement 2022, Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 1-11 Employment type: Part Time Region: South Location: The Older Persons Mental Health Service (OPMHS) provides assessment and management for older people with mental illness, for people with dementias with psychiatric signs and symptoms, and for people with dementia with social complications. The Team: The OPMHS works in a multidisciplinary team (MDT) model. The OPMHS provides assessment, diagnosis, treatment, management, or treatment and management recommendations. It also facilitates engagement of patients and families and friends with appropriate services. The psychiatrist plays a lead role in the clinical care of patients. The Role: Assessment and diagnosis of mental illness and dementias in the frail aged in various settings, including clinic, patients’ homes, residential aged care facilities, and the Roy Fagan Centre (RFC) subacute inpatient facility. Treatment of mental illness and the treatment or management of psychiatric signs or social complications of dementia. Community team: Development of management plans in conjunction with the MDT and case managers. Outpatient clinic: assessment and treatment of patients who do not require case-management. Roy Fagan Centre (RFC): Assessment, management, and treatment of subacute inpatients, leading an MDT. Use of the protective jurisdictions of the Mental Health Act 2013 and the Guardianship and Administration Act 1995. Participation in an on-call roster for the subacute inpatient service (RFC). Note: Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application. Why Tasmania: The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites. Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania’s public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients while embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work. Details of appointment: Fixed term, part time, day worker (with on-call) position, working up to 68.4 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible until 30 January 2026. Notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant. Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time and casual vacancies. Specialist Medical Practitioners Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 1- Senior Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 3 $216,300 - $310,389 per annum, pro rata + 11.5% superannuation + access to salary packaging. Please note that access to the Senior Specialist Medical Practitioner salary range $300,216 - $310,389 is subject to the successful applicant satisfying the criteria for Senior Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 1, 2 or 3 as outlined in the Medical Practitioners (Tasmanian State Service) Award. Salary range is in accordance with Medical Practitioners Agreement 2022. In addition, the following allowances and benefits, calculated on the salaried incremental point, may be available: Salary packaging options include a range of benefits like living expenses up to $9,010 and $2,650 in meals and entertainment every year. Motor vehicle allowance of $25,758 per annum, pro rata. Participation in Private Practice Scheme 35% or allowance in lieu of private practice schemes 35%. Continuing Professional Development Allowance of $16,480 per annum, pro rata. Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees. Professional development and accelerated pathways. Excellent leave benefits: 20 days annual leave (pro rata), 20 days personal leave (pro rata), and study assistance leave if eligible. Fitness Passport – You and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family. Essential Criteria: Specialist or limited registration with the Medical Board of Australia in a relevant specialty. Desirable Criteria: Current Driver's Licence. Position Features: Staff employed against this Statement of Duties as a Visiting Medical Practitioner will be employed in accordance with the Tasmanian Visiting Medical Practitioners (Public Sector) Agreement and remunerated accordingly. Note: Please refer to the Application Guide for more information on Essential requirements, Desirable requirements, and pre-employment checks. Application Process: We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties and Applicant Guide prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process, and application guidance. Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered. You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 pages application detailing your experience, skills, and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required. For More Information: Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the contact person for detailed information about the vacancy. Working at the Department of Health: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence are the key values to work in the Department of Health. Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that the Department of Health does, allowing us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities. Review the Statement of Duties and consider if you meet the requirements. Speak to the Contact Officer if you have any questions. Submit your application including any additional documents as specified in each individual job vacancy notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr