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Clinical Psychologist
Salary: HSO Grade 2 $130,265- $153,151 p.a. pro rata
Location: Perth
Unit/Division: Royal Perth Hospital > Clinical Psychology and Neuropsychology
Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time
Position No: 00109903
Closing Date: 2026-05-18 4:00 PM (YYYY-MM-DD)
Attachments: 
Applicant Information Package.pdf
Clinical Psychologist (Adult and Older Adult Rehabilitation)_109903_Grade 2 August 2024.pdf
Job Application Information Sheet.pdf
WWC Applicant Advice 2017.pdf
Working in the EMHS.pdf

This is a vacancy available for Permanent or Fixed Term appointments at various hours, for Fixed Term appointments there is the possibility of extension and/or permanency.

EMHS is committed to ensuring that our services are delivered by people who are representative of the diverse communities we assist.

We wholly embrace diversity and inclusion and encourage people to work with us from all ages, races, genders, religions, sexual orientations, family responsibilities or other characteristics, including Aboriginal people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, individuals with a diverse sexuality or gender or bodily diversity, and people with disability.

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.
  

Eligibility to Apply: To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments).

Other Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment. We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process.

This position 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

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 twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.

Position Profile: This is an exciting opportunity to experience various roles as a Clinical Psychologist.  Our growing Department offers you clinical supervision, enrolment in our Early Career Learning & Development Program that provides free CPD to meet AHPRA requirements in worktime, and opportunities to expand your skills and competencies in areas within Royal Perth Bentley Group (RPBG) as you progress your career with us.  

We are currently seeking Clinical Psychologists with a passion for evidence-based patient-centred care and a desire to learn and grow. We are seeking to establish a recruitment pool for Clinical Psychologists and Clinical Psychologist Registrars seeking permanent or fixed term contracts interested in various positions across the Department of Clinical Psychology and Neuropsychology at RPBG. Current vacancies include positions within the Consultation Liaison Service, and Next Step Service in Mandurah.

Area Profile: The East Metropolitan Health Service (EMHS) comprises an extensive hospital and health service network that aims to maintain and improve the health and wellbeing of more than 670,000 Western Australians in its catchment area. 
 
Our hospital network works together to provide a combination of tertiary, secondary and specialist health care services including emergency and critical care, state trauma, elective and emergency surgery, general medical, mental health, inpatient and outpatient services, aged care, palliative care, rehabilitation and women’s, children’s and neonates services.

The EMHS consists of Royal Perth Hospital; Armadale Health Service; Bentley Health Service; Kalamunda Hospital; St John of God Midland Public Hospital and a range of community and population health services. 

About our Department: The vision of our Department is a leader in evidence-based practice and consumer care, and impacting service priorities through innovation and service integration. Our Strategic Plan 2024-2027 outlines four areas of focus across consumers and community, our people, the here and now, and a better tomorrow. We value consumers and respond by delivering specialist stepped and individualised care that is shaped by the needs of consumers and stakeholders, leading to better health outcomes. We value our team by providing a safe and supportive workplace culture that enables you to thrive. We work to make each day better than the day before for the EMHS community and the teams we are embedded within. We achieve a better tomorrow by focusing on research, innovation and data to meet the future care needs of our consumers and 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.
  • Flexible working arrangements.
  • Flexible leave arrangements.
  • Other professional and location based allowances.
  • 12% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For information on superannuation click here. 

Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form (available online at www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au). 

For Further Job Related Information: We strongly encourage you to contact Dr Melanie Newton, HOD directly on 0403 104 722 for a confidential chat to discuss the positions available.

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

Application Instructions: Applicants are requested to apply online (www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au). 

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

Applicants are advised to write a statement addressing only the following selection criteria: SC1, SC2 and SC3 in no more than 2-3 pages. Please also 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.

Position Title
Clinical Psychologist

Agency
East Metropolitan Health Service
Salary
HSO Grade 2 $130,265- $153,151 p.a. pro rata
Location
Perth
Unit/Division
Royal Perth Hospital > Clinical Psychology and Neuropsychology
Work Type
Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time
Position No.
00109903
Closing Date
2026-05-18 4:00 PM
Position Title
Clinical Psychologist

Location
Perth
Work Type
Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time
Position No.
00109903
Salary
HSO Grade 2 $130,265- $153,151 p.a. pro rata
Closing Date
2026-05-18 4:00 PM
Description

This is a vacancy available for Permanent or Fixed Term appointments at various hours, for Fixed Term appointments there is the possibility of extension and/or permanency.

EMHS is committed to ensuring that our services are delivered by people who are representative of the diverse communities we assist.

We wholly embrace diversity and inclusion and encourage people to work with us from all ages, races, genders, religions, sexual orientations, family responsibilities or other characteristics, including Aboriginal people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, individuals with a diverse sexuality or gender or bodily diversity, and people with disability.

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.
  

Eligibility to Apply: To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments).

Other Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment. We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process.

This position 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

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 twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.

Position Profile: This is an exciting opportunity to experience various roles as a Clinical Psychologist.  Our growing Department offers you clinical supervision, enrolment in our Early Career Learning & Development Program that provides free CPD to meet AHPRA requirements in worktime, and opportunities to expand your skills and competencies in areas within Royal Perth Bentley Group (RPBG) as you progress your career with us.  

We are currently seeking Clinical Psychologists with a passion for evidence-based patient-centred care and a desire to learn and grow. We are seeking to establish a recruitment pool for Clinical Psychologists and Clinical Psychologist Registrars seeking permanent or fixed term contracts interested in various positions across the Department of Clinical Psychology and Neuropsychology at RPBG. Current vacancies include positions within the Consultation Liaison Service, and Next Step Service in Mandurah.

Area Profile: The East Metropolitan Health Service (EMHS) comprises an extensive hospital and health service network that aims to maintain and improve the health and wellbeing of more than 670,000 Western Australians in its catchment area. 
 
Our hospital network works together to provide a combination of tertiary, secondary and specialist health care services including emergency and critical care, state trauma, elective and emergency surgery, general medical, mental health, inpatient and outpatient services, aged care, palliative care, rehabilitation and women’s, children’s and neonates services.

The EMHS consists of Royal Perth Hospital; Armadale Health Service; Bentley Health Service; Kalamunda Hospital; St John of God Midland Public Hospital and a range of community and population health services. 

About our Department: The vision of our Department is a leader in evidence-based practice and consumer care, and impacting service priorities through innovation and service integration. Our Strategic Plan 2024-2027 outlines four areas of focus across consumers and community, our people, the here and now, and a better tomorrow. We value consumers and respond by delivering specialist stepped and individualised care that is shaped by the needs of consumers and stakeholders, leading to better health outcomes. We value our team by providing a safe and supportive workplace culture that enables you to thrive. We work to make each day better than the day before for the EMHS community and the teams we are embedded within. We achieve a better tomorrow by focusing on research, innovation and data to meet the future care needs of our consumers and 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.
  • Flexible working arrangements.
  • Flexible leave arrangements.
  • Other professional and location based allowances.
  • 12% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For information on superannuation click here. 

Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form (available online at www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au). 

For Further Job Related Information: We strongly encourage you to contact Dr Melanie Newton, HOD directly on 0403 104 722 for a confidential chat to discuss the positions available.

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

Application Instructions: Applicants are requested to apply online (www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au). 

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

Applicants are advised to write a statement addressing only the following selection criteria: SC1, SC2 and SC3 in no more than 2-3 pages. Please also 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.

Attachments

Applicant Information Package.pdf
Clinical Psychologist (Adult and Older Adult Rehabilitation)_109903_Grade 2 August 2024.pdf
Job Application Information Sheet.pdf
WWC Applicant Advice 2017.pdf
Working in the EMHS.pdf


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