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QUINQUENNIAL Visiting Medical Officer - General Adult Psychiatrist - Mental Health - Temp PT 0.6 FTE (Until 30.06.2029) - Apply via eCredential South Western Sydney Local Health District

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Requisition ID : REQ585707

Employment Type : Quinquennial

Location : Mental Health Service

Position Classification : Visiting Medical Officer

Applications close : 07 / 07 / 25

For role related queries or questions contact Sachie Fernando on 0428 073 916 or via email on

Click HERE to apply via e-Credential.

NSW Health does not require or accept the 'Fit2Work badge' offered as an option in eCredential. Enquiries / applications will not be accepted via recruitment agencies About The Opportunity

Joining the Mental Health Service at Liverpool Hospital, South Western Sydney Local Health District as a Visiting Medical Officer (VMO) presents a unique opportunity to contribute to one of South Western Sydney's largest and most diverse healthcare facilities. As a VMO, you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality psychiatric care within a multidisciplinary team, addressing the complex mental health needs of a growing and varied population. Liverpool Hospital offers a dynamic and well-resourced environment, with access to cutting-edge treatments, telehealth capabilities, and strong academic and research collaborations. This role provides flexibility, professional autonomy, and opportunities to engage in teaching, supervision, and service development. For psychiatrists seeking a rewarding and impactful career in a leading mental health service, this position offers the perfect balance of challenge and professional fulfillment.

Life at South Western Sydney Local Health District is rewarding, progressive and diverse and is always focused on achieving our Vision of Leading Care, Healthier Communities.

What You'll Be Doing

Provide clinical management and treatment of patients in a SWSLHD facility under your care. This care will be provided within the clinical privileges granted by the Chief Executive (CE) on the advice of the SWSLHD Medical and Dental Appointments Advisory Committee (MDAAC).

Where You'll Be Working

SWSLHD Inpatient Mental Health Services provide comprehensive care across several facilities, including the newly redeveloped Campbelltown Hospital and Liverpool Hospital. These services offer a safe and therapeutic environment for individuals with acute and non-acute mental health needs.

The multidisciplinary teams, consisting of professionals with diverse mental health expertise, deliver exceptional care through specialised units such as the Mental Health Intensive Care Unit, Adult Acute Unit, and Older People's Mental Health Unit. The service is committed to patient safety and high-quality care, maintaining external accreditation with the Australian Council on Healthcare Standards.

With active teaching and research links to various universities, SWSLHD Inpatient Mental Health Services provide excellent opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

Working here means being part of a dedicated team focused on improving mental health outcomes and making a positive impact on the community.

How to Apply

To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application .

1. Current medical practitioner, registered, or eligible for registration, with the Medical Board of Australia and Fellow of The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists and / or other specialist recognition as provided under the Health Insurance Act 1973.

2. Demonstrated current clinical practice of a high standard and ability to adapt clinical practice in accordance with contemporary evidence based best practice.

3. Demonstrated commitment to quality improvement, patient safety and risk management.

4. Demonstrated participation in teaching and training at undergraduate and / or post graduate level, including supervision of junior medical staff.

5. Demonstrated commitment to continuing self-education and development, including evidence of participation in continuing medical education / continuing professional development.

6. Demonstrated ability to comply with the service objectives of a public health organisation, including the provision of services to the local community, effective utilisation of resources, and preparedness to participate in the provision of health services at an LHD level.

7. Preparedness to participate in a hospital, service or LHD on-call roster.

8. Evidence of ability to work cooperatively with other staff and practitioners and in a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Need more information?

1) Click here for the Position Description

Additional Information Salary Packaging

South Western Sydney Local Health District employees are able to enjoy the benefits of salary packing. Visit Smart Salary for more details.

Health & Fitness

South Western Sydney Local Health District employees receive discounted Gym Membership / Corporate Wellbeing Programs, including Fitness Passport .

Transforming Your Experience

Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values – Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.

To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency. At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don't just accept differences but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of ? ???? Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander ? ???? background, people with adisability and people from theLGBTQI+community to apply.

SWSLHD is committed to driving a child safe culture that upholds children and young people's rights. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported and included in their care. Existing staff of SWSLHD and those seeking employment are required to take the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people seriously while taking action to keep them safe from harm and abuse.

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