At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide psychiatric assessment and care for patients in a mental health emergency department.
- Company: Join the Department of Health Tasmania, a leader in mental health services.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, relocation assistance, professional development, and fitness perks.
- Other info: Embrace a supportive culture that values diversity and personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in mental health while enjoying Tasmania's stunning lifestyle.
- Qualifications: Must have medical registration and experience in psychiatric care.
The predicted salary is between 132613 - 188840 $ per year.
The Department is seeking a suitably qualified Career Medical Officer (CMO) – Psychiatry Day Work – Mental Health Emergency Department to provide psychiatric assessment, management, and clinical care for consumers presenting with acute mental health concerns. This is a dedicated psychiatry position working within a specialist mental health emergency service at the Royal Hobart Hospital.
The role requires a clinician who is confident in the assessment and management of psychiatric emergencies and capable of making sound clinical decisions. The successful applicant will work with a high degree of professional autonomy and limited on-site medical supervision, while having access to established escalation pathways and specialist psychiatric consultant support as required.
You will provide mental health medical services across the Royal Hobart Hospital, including:
- Providing medical care to patients in inpatient mental health units, including the Short Stay Unit.
- Attending to mental health patients located throughout the hospital who require specialist medical input.
- You may also be allocated additional duties consistent with your qualifications and clinical experience.
While performing this role, you will be expected to:
- Liaise closely and professionally with consultant psychiatrists regarding patient assessment and management.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and comprehensive clinical documentation, including admissions, progress notes, decisions, and discharge summaries.
- Ensure all medical decisions are clearly recorded in the patient medical record.
- Promote collaborative working relationships with the multidisciplinary team involved in patient care.
- Respond promptly to clinical calls from Registered Nurses and other clinical staff.
- Perform clinical procedures as required and within scope of practice.
- Ensure accurate prescribing, administration, and documentation of medications and treatments.
- Actively participate in discharge planning and continuity of care.
- Comply with all professional, ethical, and legal obligations, including requirements under the Tasmanian Mental Health Act.
Details of appointment: Permanent full time, day worker position (with on-call), working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible. Notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Salary: Career Medical Officer Level 1 - 7 $132,613 - $188,840 per annum, pro rata + 12% superannuation + access to salary packaging.
Eligibility: Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:
- General or limited registration with the Medical Board of Australia.
- Current Working with Children Registration (where applicable and as determined by individual position requirements).
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.
Career Medical Officer in Hobart employer: Department of Health, Tasmania
The Tasmanian Department of Health is an exceptional employer, offering a collaborative work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional development. As part of the Correctional Primary Health Service Reform Program in Hobart, you will have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful health reforms while enjoying comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities within a supportive team environment.
Contact Details:
Department of Health, Tasmania Recruitment Team
