Are you a UK Psychiatrist looking for a sea change?
The Medical Board of Australia has recently expanded the specialist expedited pathway, making now an ideal time for Specialist International Medical Graduates (SIMGs) with the appropriate qualifications to apply for Medical Registration in Australia.
More information about the pathway can be found here: Medical Board of Australia - Expedited Specialist pathway
About our organisation:
WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is the largest country health system in Australia and one of the largest globally, providing health services to approximately half a million people across a vast two and a half million square kilometre area. The organisation comprises seven regions, each with its own dedicated Mental Health Unit, offering services such as acute psychiatric inpatient care, mental health for adults and older adults, child and adolescent mental health, alcohol and drug support, and community programs.
For more information about our regions, watch our Working for WACHS video.
Current Opportunities in Psychiatry:
* General Adult Inpatient Psychiatry
* Consultation Liaison
* Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS)
* Infant, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (ICAMHS)
* Adult Community
Remuneration: $395,490 - $656,772 per annum*
*Full-time remuneration includes base salary, professional development allowance, 11.5% superannuation, and region-specific allowances.
About You:
To be eligible via the Expedited Specialist Pathway, you must demonstrate:
* Membership of the UK Royal College of Psychiatrists (RCPsych)
* Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT)
* Confirmation of Specialist training from the GMC
* High-level interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds
* Extensive knowledge, clinical experience, and skills in psychiatry
What's in it for you:
* Competitive Salary: Among the highest in the Australian health sector.
* Generous Leave Entitlements: Including annual, professional development, long service, sick leave, and leave for compassionate or cultural reasons.
* Healthcare Discounts: Privately insured healthcare discounts.
* Northwest Gratuity Payment: Lump sum after 3 years of service (specific locations only).
* Salary Packaging Benefits: Up to $9010 for daily expenses and $2650 for dining experiences.
* Visa Sponsorship: Various employee-sponsored visas, including PR (conditions apply).
* Professional Development: Opportunities for growth and research.
* Flexible Working Practices: Roster options and flexible schedules where operationally feasible.
* Relocation Assistance: Support for moving and settling in, negotiated case-by-case. For detailed salary and benefits info, visit our medical practitioner salaries and benefits page.
Application Instructions: Submit your CV via LinkedIn or email to WACHSDoctors.Senior@.au.
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