An exciting opportunity exists for a psychologist to join our team in Psychology Services, Royal Hobart Hospital (RHH). Tasmania offers a unique culture and lifestyle, with a strong sense of community and belonging. Say goodbye to lengthy commutes, and enjoy breath-taking coastlines, National Parks, and incredible fresh produce crafted by locals, all within a stone’s throw of your workplace.
As the largest hospital and major triage centre for the state, the RHH sees a wide range of clinical populations, which enables you to rapidly broaden your clinical knowledge and experience. This is a rare opportunity that would be of interest to experienced psychologists through to early career clinicians. The slower paced lifestyle allows you to practice mindfully, to find meaning in your work, and to develop a strong understanding of your patients.
As part of our friendly Psychology Services team, you will receive clinical supervision and opportunities for skill development, collaboration, and professional growth. you will be part of a Psychology Department working with a team of Neuropsychologists, Clinical Psychologists and Health Psychologists and Registrars. You will work alongside other Allied Health professionals and medical teams. We offer Professional Development support, Peer Review and clinical supervision to staff including Post-graduate Students and Registrars as well as support, mentoring and development from a psychology leadership team.
The role:
As the Psychologist, you will provide evidence-based assessments and therapeutic interventions to patients of the Royal Hobart Hospital (RHH) Geriatric Evaluation and Management (GEM) unit.
In response to the growing need for specialised care for older adults in Southern Tasmania, the Tasmanian Health Service will be providing an increased service at the Repatriation Hospital as part of a Geriatric Evaluation and Management (GEM) Model of Care that is on par with national models of care. We are excited to welcome a Psychologist to join the team of skilled professionals providing services to older people in or community.
- Work as part of a skilled team of multidisciplinary professionals
- Opportunity to work with a varied cohort of patient consumers
- Be part of a best practice evidence based and supported team
Details of Appointment
Permanent, full time, day worker position working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.
*notwithstanding hours may 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 fixed term full time, part time and casual vacancies.
Salary: $106,966 - $123,013 per annum. Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.
In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:
- Professional Development Allowance of up to $1000 per annum
- Please note that access to salaries beyond $115,573 is subject to qualifications and/or application to the personal upgrade scheme.
- Salary range is in accordance with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement No.2 of 2022
Eligibility:
Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:
- Tertiary qualification/program of study approved by the Psychology Board of Australia
- Registered with the Psychology Board of Australia
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
- Holds area of practice endorsement in Clinical Psychology or Clinical Neuropsychology
- Postgraduate degree in Clinical Psychology or Clinical Neuropsychology
The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre‑employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted:
- Conviction checks in the following areas:
- crimes of violence
- sex related offences
- serious drug offences
- crimes involving dishonesty
- Identification check
- Disciplinary action in previous employment check.
How to Apply
Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen. This ensures important questions about you are answered.
You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties.
Please note:
- We do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.
- All attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
- Referee details are submitted as part of the online application so make sure you have the contact details of two referees before applying.
Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents
We encourage you to review the Applicant Guide, Statement of Duties, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and selection criteria.
Statement of Duties
Applicant Guide
For more information, please contact
Caroline Davis
Manager Psychologist Services
0417 828 987
caroline.davis@ths.tas.gov.au
Important information
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The Department of Health values workforce diversity and recognises the value each person offers which is shaped by their unique characteristics, background, experiences, knowledge, skills, values and perspectives.
The core purpose guiding the way in which we work across the Department of Health is to CARE for the health and wellbeing of all in Tasmania through our Values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence. We are united by our shared purpose and model our CARE Values through our interactions with one another, our patients, our clients and the Tasmanian community.
