Consultant Psychiatrist
- Location: Sunshine Hospital/Harvester Clinic
- Employment Type: Ongoing, Part-Time (0.7 FTE)
- Salary: Fractional Specialist Year 1 to Year 9 (HN16 to HN59) + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
About the role:
We are looking for Consultant Psychiatrists with interest in the mental health of older adults as an Old Age Psychiatrist, Consultation Liaison Psychiatrist or an advanced trainee in Psychiatry of Old Age.
These are ongoing positions with total 0.7 FTE available which will be divided across two different positions/clinical roles. The roles are spread across both aged psychiatry inpatient units and aged psychiatry specialist community teams.
Your new team:
The position is based within OAMHP (Older Adult Mental Health Program) under the Western Mental Health & Wellbeing division which has one inpatient unit, community outreach teams and specialist clinics across the Midwest region of metropolitan Melbourne.
The appointee would be required to provide high standards of clinical care and leadership with focus on leadership in a multidisciplinary team and working closely with other disciplinary leads. In addition, the position has opportunities for education of medical students and supervision of trainees in Psychiatry, other Aged-related specialties and medical officers.
Participation in the ECT roster and after-hours senior roster is expected.
We have close ties with the Academic Unit for Psychiatry of Old Age of the University of Melbourne and we encourage interest and participation in clinical research.
About you:
Essential
- Experience at the level of Consultant in Aged Psychiatry; Newly Qualified Psychiatrists will be encouraged to apply.
- Demonstrated clinical and leadership expertise consistent with a role in a comprehensive Mental Health Service.
- Demonstrated effective communication, consultation and negotiation skills including the ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams, internal and external agencies and stakeholders, and consumer and carer groups.
- Demonstrated achievement in education and training of medical students, postgraduate students and other junior medical staff.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current relevant State and Commonwealth Government policies and agendas in mental health care delivery in the broader community context.
- Sound understanding of mental health legislation.
- A knowledge of consumer rights and responsibilities, and the ability to facilitate consumers to make informed choices for recovery.
- Knowledge of the National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) Standards. National standards in Mental Health and the Aged Care Act.
Desirable
- Membership of the faculty of Old Age Psychiatry, Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists
- Certificate of Advanced Training in Psychiatry of Old Age (CertPOA) or being able to show a clear pathway to achieve CertPOA in the near future
- Ability to show an interest in Old Age Psychiatry and willingness to expand that interest
About Western Health
Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne’s western suburbs.
With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centred care across every life stage.
We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach services to aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties include oncology, renal, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology.
We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia’s most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges.
Western Health operates four acute public hospitals: Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s), Footscray Hospital, Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women’s prison located in Ravenhall.
Why join us?
Compensation and benefits
- Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.
- Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.
- Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.
Learning and development opportunities
- Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways.
- Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.
- Mentorship and career support.
Community impact and inclusion
- Make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through compassionate care.
- Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.
- Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.
Organisational culture and environment
- Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
- Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.
Ready to make an impact?
Simply click on the “apply” button and follow the prompts.
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Closing date: 11:59pm on 18 December 2025.
Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Naveen Thomas via Naveen.Thomas@wh.org.au.
Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).
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