Consultant Psychiatrist - SMS

• Fixed Term Part time (59.5 hours a fortnight) until end of December 2026.
• Located in: Frankston, Victoria

The Team & Role

The Consultant Psychiatrist will work closely with the Head of Adult Psychiatry and the Clinical Director of the Mental Health & Wellbeing Service to further high standards of clinical governance and leadership around Mental Health and Wellbeing Act compliance, patient flow, service quality, evidence-based care and service improvement.

We work within a collegiate environment to provide senior clinical care and leadership to our multidisciplinary service that is committed to patient centred, personal, safe, effective and connected care.

You will lead and manage senior and junior medical staff in your allocated units to achieve optimum outcomes.

As part of a broader team you will support the further development of innovative, rights based, and person centred care.

This position is fixed term until 31/12/2026.

Skills & Experience Required

• Fellowship of the Royal Australasian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of the Victorian Mental Health & Wellbeing Act 2022.
• Medical Practitioner Registration in Australia.
• Relevant track record and experience in clinical management.
• Sound clinical knowledge, skills and experience in contemporary medical and evidence-based practice.
• Ability to work as an effective member of a multidisciplinary team.
• Patient safety and quality review knowledge and skills.
• Take advantage of low-cost onsite parking
• Boost your take-home pay with generous salary packaging & novated leasing
• Unlock exclusive discounts at top retailers and dining spots
• Stay fit with access to premium gyms via Fitness Passport
• Join a vibrant, collaborative team led by passionate leaders

Next Steps

For role specific information please contact Kerryn Rubin on (03) 9784-7***.

If you experience any issues signing in or registering, please feel welcome to contact the Medical Workforce Unit on 03) 9784-7***.

The role ceases advertising on 21 September 2026.

Thank you for your interest in this role. Bayside Health (Peninsula Health Care Group) is regularly advertising positions across the health service so please take the time to review other relevant opportunities by going to https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/

Additional Information

Bayside Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We encourage applications from individuals from all cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We also provide a safe and supportive workplace for people with all abilities.

To find out more about our recruitment processes, compliance obligations and to prepare your application to join our team please visit: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-preparing-employment/

*Please refer to Medical Specialists (Victorian Public Health Sector) (AMA Victoria/ASMOF) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2022-2026 salary circular for salary range. Sub-grading will be based on years of experience.For further information on salary range classifications and grading please refer to the following page: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-with-us/salary-rates/

It is strongly recommended that individuals in this role remain up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations.

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