"The closing date to submit applications has now been extended."
WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is seeking appoint a suitably experienced person to the position of Consultant - Psychiatrist to join the team in the Kimberly region. This is a Fixed Term Full Time appointment until 30th June 2023, with the possibility of extension(s).
The successful candidate will be responsible for providing clinical care to consumers, families and carers in the Kimberley region as well as leadership, advice, consultation, liaison and support to health care professionals, other providers and agencies. The position entails rural, remote and very remote practice with a strong focus on Aboriginal health and wellbeing, use of telehealth and travelling to visit consumers in their communities. Present funding is to 30 June 2023, and the position is subject to extension if ongoing funding is secured.
Remuneration
The Salary as per WA Health System Medical Practitioners AMA Industrial Agreement 2016:
Shown as Fixed Term Full Time (80 hours per FT) - Rates effective as at June 2021
MP Year 1- 6 $483,021 - $574,165 p.a.*
*Includes Arrangement A base salary $336,820 - $399,247 p.a. plus 10.00% employer contributed superannuation, professional development allowance $30,814 p.a., an on call allowance and other applicable allowances. In addition rental and travel subsidies apply; District Allowance of up to $8,018 p.a.; gratuity payment equivalent to12 weeks salary after the first 3 years of continuous service and after each subsequent year a lump sum equivalent to four weeks salary is paid; access to salary packaging up to $19,000 p.a., professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance, and flexible leave arrangements apply.
About the Region
The Kimberley is Western Australia's most northern region, with the Broome coastline closer to South-East Asia than it is to Perth. Bordered by the Pilbara region to the south and Northern Territory to the east, the 424,517 square kilometres region has fewer people per square kilometre than almost any other place on Earth.
Kununurra is a relatively new town and was only established in 1961 as a service centre for the Ord River Irrigation scheme after the success of the first stage and lots of investment. Kununurra is a local aboriginal word meaning ‘meeting of big waters’. Kununurra initially sustained a population of 400 people, today the town supports a population of 7500 – this can swell to double during the dry season when the tourists are in town! This number is also set to increase significantly as the area becomes more and more important with further investment into the Ord River Irrigation Area.
Characterised by its distinct wet and dry seasons, the Kimberley experiences a sub-tropical climate. May to October is the dry season, and November to April is the wet season. With a balmy climate, breathtaking scenery, unique flora and fauna and a great variety of adventure and cultural experiences, the Kimberley offers a fantastic lifestyle which is family based and supportive.
How to Apply
Suitable candidates must be eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia (AHPRA), Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatry (RANZCP) or equivalent.
Please apply online by providing the following documents:
- 2-3 page statement addressing each of the Selection Criteria found in the attached Job Description Form and how you are able to meet the position requirements.
- A detailed Curriculum Vitae which summarises your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements. Please include contact details for clinical work-related referees (It is preferable for one of your referees to be a current clinical supervisor / manager).
Applications must be lodged online by 4pm (WST) 08/10/2021
Late submissions will not be accepted.
Enquires are strongly encouraged
Please contact Dr Roland Main on 0407 779 200 or Roland.Main@health.wa.gov.au