Description - Location: Kununurra Health Campus WA
- Position Type: Fixed Term Full Time
- Salary (North 26th Parallel): $364483 $431836
About the Role
Are you seeking an opportunity to enhance mental healthcare in one of Australias most unique and culturally rich regions
We are looking for a dedicated Consultant Psychiatrist to join the Kimberley Mental Health and Drug Service based at Kununurra Hospital.
This is a Fixed Term FullTime appointment until June 30 2027 with the possibility of extension or permanency subject to ongoing funding.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver comprehensive mental health services across East Kimberley including Kununurra Warmun Halls Creek Kalumburu and Wyndham.
- Provide clinical care to consumers families and carers offering leadership consultation and support to healthcare professionals and partner agencies.
- Utilize telehealth services and travel to deliver communitybased care.
- Mentor and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including psychiatry registrars Aboriginal Liaison Officers nurses and allied health professionals.
- Lead the Psychiatry Liaison Nurse Service ensuring thorough reviews of emergency mental health cases.
- Work closely with Aboriginal Liaison Officers to provide culturally sensitive care particularly for a patient population that is 8090 Aboriginal.
Unique Aspects of the Role:
- No oncall duties required due to inpatient ward location in Broome (approximately 1000 km away).
- Potential future model may involve working from Broome one week in five to enhance oncall work and peer engagement.
- Input from the successful candidate on this model is encouraged.
About the Region
The Kimberley is a breathtaking culturally diverse region offering incredible natural attractions such as Purnululu (the Bungle Bungles) Lake Argyle and Mitchell Plateau. Enjoy a familyfriendly lifestyle with adventure and cultural experiences in a unique subtropical climate.
Why Join
- Competitive salary and attractive benefits including a gratuity payment equivalent to 12 weeks salary after three years of continuous service.
- Professional development opportunities.
- The chance to make a meaningful impact on mental healthcare in the Kimberley region.
For applications or further information regarding this opportunity please contact Anna at .
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