This recruitment pool aims to fill current vacancies for Permanent or Fixed Term appointments.

Employment types: Full Time, Part Time, and Sessional with the possibility of extension(s).

Consultant Year 1-9: $412,161 - $523,436 per annum*

Sessional Year 1- 9: $790.09 - $1,003.40*

The above salary is as per WA Health System Medical Practitioners AMA Industrial Agreement 2024 (inclusive of base salary, 12% superannuation, and PD allowance). This is subject to the assessment of qualifications, clinical skills and years of practice.

Join our team of Consultant Psychiatrists and make a real difference in mental health care across the Wheatbelt region. Northam Mental Health Service is seeking a passionate CAMHS and Adult Psychiatrist to lead, innovate and shape community mental health service.

About Wheatbelt Mental Health Services

Wheatbelt Mental Health Service delivers high-quality community mental health care including comprehensive assessment and treatment for people of all ages. Our clinical programs include Aboriginal Mental Health Program (All ages), Adult Mental Health Program (18-65 years), Child and Adolescent Mental Health Program (0-18 years), Seniors Mental Health Program (65+ years) and Youth Mental Health Program (15-24 years).

The Wheatbelt Mental Health Service is a team of Mental Health Professionals including Consultant Psychiatrist, Clinical Psychologists, Social Workers, Child and Adolescent Professionals. Aboriginal Workers and Community Mental Health Nurses.

About The Roles

We’re looking for passionate and experienced Consultant Psychiatrist in CAMHS and Adult Psychiatry to join our dynamic teams in Northam Hospital. You will be required to work occasionally across other Mental Health sites such as Narrogin, Merredin, and Gingin in Wheatbelt.

This is an opportunity to lead, innovate, and shape the future of mental health services for adults, children, adolescents, and youth.

You will:

• Deliver high-quality clinical assessment and psychiatric treatment in a community-based setting.
• Provide expert leadership, advice, and consultation to GPs, healthcare professionals, service providers, and carers across the region.
• Drive the regional implementation of the Infant, Child, and Adolescent Taskforce recommendations, ensuring best practice care.
• Chair CAMHS clinical reviews and uphold compliance with the Mental Health Act and relevant legislation.
• Build strong partnerships with key stakeholders, including the Chief Psychiatrist and local GPs, to deliver seamless, coordinated care.

Why you’ll love the role:

• Lead innovative mental health initiatives that truly make an impact.
• Mentor and teach the next generation of mental health professionals.
• Represent the service in healthcare planning forums and advocate for the mental health needs of the Wheatbelt community.
• Participate in quality improvement projects and ongoing professional development.

You’ll report to the Director of Clinical Services – Mental Health and collaborate with a team of consultant psychiatrists and registrars who value shared expertise and collective problem-solving.

The Successful Candidates Will: 

• Be eligible for registration by the Medical Board of Australia.
• Hold Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatry (RANZCP). Certificate of Child Psychiatry (RANZCP) or approved equivalent.
• Be RANZCP trainee who are in their penultimate year of training and have completed all training requirements.
• Substantial clinical experience in general adult, child, adolescent and youth mental health.
• Be willing to work across other Mental Health sites such as Narrogin, Merredin, and Gingin in Wheatbelt.
• Applicants from the United Kingdon (UK) or Ireland eligible for the Medical Board of Australia Expedited Specialist Pathway must:
• Hold the MRCPsych (UK) as well as CCT/CCST
• Have the AMC primary source verification
• Intend to live and work in Australia permanently

More information about this pathway can be found here: Medical Board of Australia – Expedited Specialist Pathway.

Important to Note: Applications without the possession of any of the above qualifications will not be considered.

To be eligible for a permanent appointment to the Western Australian public sector, it is essential that you are an Australian citizen or hold permanent residency status in Australia.

About the Pool and Appointment

This is an active recruitment pool which will be assessed on a regular basis by the panel to fill both immediate vacant positions and future vacancies. Please note that after filling the current vacancies, all suitable applicants will be placed in the pool for future appointments. Appointments may be made from this pool until 30/12/2027.

Benefits of working with WACHS Wheatbelt Mental Health:

• Up to four weeks annual leave + three weeks professional development leave.
• Five weeks overseas PDL after five years.
• Competitive salary packages – among the highest in Australia.
• Flexible working arrangements and rosters.
• Regional incentives: district allowance, accommodation subsidies, and travel support.
• Relocation support for interstate or overseas candidates.
• Work-life balance: Peaceful rural lifestyle with easy access to Perth (1 hour drive).

Keen to know more about the benefits in detail? Check out the medical practitioner salaries and benefits page.

Contact Information

For any inquiries, please contact Dr Altaf Khoja, A/Clinical Director - Wheatbelt Mental Health on 0439 905 305 or via email at [email protected].

Application Process

To complete the application, please apply via MedCareersWA – Ref 493069 and submit the following documents:

• A statement addressing each of the Work-Related Essential Selection Criteria found in the attached Job Description Form and addressing how you meet the position requirements.
• A detailed Curriculum Vitae which summarises your experience and how you meet the position requirements.
• Contact details for two work related referees (one of your referees must be a current supervisor or manager).

If you encounter any difficulties while applying online, please contact [email protected].

Other Conditions

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce where every employee feels valued and empowered. We believe that a diverse team brings unique perspectives and drives innovation to meet our community’s needs. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences to join us in shaping a more equitable future and as a measure to achieve equality, under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, encourage applications from people living with a disability, Aboriginal people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women and youth (24 years of age and under).

WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. This vacancy 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

Please note this recruitment process requires completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA). Any offer of employment with WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is conditional on satisfactory PEHA to ensure you can perform the inherent requirements of the position. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn. Please see the attached WACHS PEHA Policy for further information.

Late or emailed applications will not be accepted.

This talent register is an online portal open to all applicants interested in joining Our New ICU Team at Geraldton Health Campus!

Be part of an exciting new chapter in regional healthcare. Geraldton Health Campus is opening a state-of-the-art Intensive Care Unit, and we’re looking for passionate, skilled medical staff to join our ICU foundation team. If you thrive in a dynamic environment, value cultural safety and collaborative care, and want to make a real difference in the lives of patients and families, we’d love to hear from you.

Grow your career, contribute to a brand-new service, and help shape the future of critical care in the Midwest. Apply now and be part of something truly meaningful.

The Geraldton Health Campus redevelopment is a transformative $190.3 million investment by the Western Australian Government, marking the hospital’s most significant upgrade since the early 2000s. The project aims to futureproof healthcare in the Mid-West region by expanding and modernising the existing facilities.

Key features the redevelopment of Geraldton Health Campus in the Midwest will deliver:

• an expanded emergency department (ED).
• a combined new intensive care unit / high dependency unit (ICU).
• a new integrated mental health service inclusive of an adult Acute Psychiatric Unit (APU) and a mental health short stay unit.

Nestled on Western Australia’s Coral Coast, located about 420 km north of Perth, Geraldton offers a relaxed coastal and community orientated lifestyle with all the amenities of a modern regional city. The city has a thriving arts scene, supported by galleries and community initiatives, and a growing café culture that adds vibrancy to the town centre. The Mediterranean climate means long, warm summers and mild winters, perfect for year-round outdoor activities. Geraldton is the perfect place to live, work, and thrive. Home » Visit Geraldton

THE ROLES

Your application may be considered for the following or similar positions:

• ICU Resident Medical Officer – MP Year 1-3 $99,395 - $119,165 p/a
• ICU Registrar - MP Year 1-7 $125,010 - $170,682 p/a
• ICU Consultant Intensivist – MP Year 1-9 $333,305- $432,658 p/a

Please refer to the relevant Job Description Forms (JDFs) for further information on each role. Please note some JDF’s are in draft, and indicative of the duties expected.

Want to know more about these roles? We encourage you to email: [email protected]

The types of vacancies that may arise include:

• Permanent contracts
• Secondment/ Placement or Transfer opportunities at Level (if current public sector officer).
• Short Term Contracts – fixed term employment under twelve months.
• Both part-time and full-time options are available for all of these.
• We encourage local staff to apply for development opportunities.

The register is actively monitored, and applicants may be contacted if an opportunity arises suiting their skills and experience for the above or other similar roles.

• You may be contacted to complete further assessment(s) as required for the role.
• Assessment and appointments will be merit-based.
• Once you apply, your CV will stay on the register until 31/12/2026, you only need to register once.
• Please be aware there is no guarantee that an offer of employment will be made while an application remains on the register.

How to apply

The assessment of applicants for these vacancies will be based on the skills, knowledge and experience as outlined in the curriculum vitae (CV) provided and in relation to the vacancy requiring filling. You will be contacted by phone or email if a suitable vacancy becomes available.

To express interest, apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button (above and below) and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format only:

• submit a comprehensive CV that clearly outlines your transferable skills and experience and highlights your past key achievements providing sufficient information to enable an assessment of your skills and experience relevant to these roles and indicating which position(s) you want to be considered for (in Word or PDF format); and
• A copy of your degree certificate or qualification (or overseas qualification if applicable).
• The names and contact details of two (2) professional referees - preferable for one to be your current/recent supervisor or manager.

For further information about your application please email [email protected] clearly indicating the Talent register name in your email title.

Eligibility Requirements

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).

International applicants with or eligible for registration with AHPRA are encouraged to apply.

We value diversity.

To deliver the best service to our clients we want a workforce that reflects the diverse community that we serve.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce where every employee feels valued and empowered. We believe that a diverse team brings unique perspectives and drives innovation to meet our community’s needs. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences to join us in shaping a more equitable future and as a measure to achieve equality, under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, encourage applications from people living with a disability, Aboriginal people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women and youth (24 years of age and under).

What we offer

In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits:

Location based allowances (If Applicable) including:

• District Allowance - regional specific
• Paid study Leave assistance – regional specific as per EBA.
• Generous salary packaging benefits:
• Up to $9010 on a range of benefits such as mortgage, your rent or other everyday living expenses
• Up to $2650 on meal entertainment, holiday accommodation and venue hire
• Access to novated leasing to use pre-tax dollars for a car and expenses.
• Plus, Additional Remote Area Specific Benefits.
• Professional Development opportunities
• Continuous learning opportunities
• 12% Superannuation Guarantee
• WACHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work/roster options, where operationally appropriate.
• As a WA Country Health Service employee, you’re entitled to discounts across some private health care funds. Please see attached flyer for further details.

This selection process may be used to identify suitable applicants for similar vacancies that arise within the next twelve months. The Department may conduct further search activities if required, to extend the field of applicants.

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

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.

LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.