Role Summary:
- Location: Sunshine/Footscray
- Employment Type: Full-Time, Fixed Term (2027 clinical year)
- Salary: Classification HM25-30 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
About the role:
Western Health are excited to offer ten Stage 1 Psychiatry trainee positions for 2027, via our comprehensive and highly supportive Psychiatry training program. As one of the fastest growing services in Victoria, we offer a broad range of clinical experiences across all levels of training. Western Health trainees are able to undertake inpatient, community and specialist rotations across multiple sites, with all RANZCP training requirements available within the service.
A Zoom-based information session regarding Western Health's Mental Health and Wellbeing Services and Psychiatry Training Program will be held on Tuesday 19th May, from 16:00-17:00 Melbourne time. Please use the following link to attend if you are keen to find out more about the service, training program and trainee positions:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88987579742?pwd=51ZaOpEWxoe9z3o0F735z5PqT4hcQT.1
Western Health’s program is closely tailored to RANZCP’s stages of training. Beginning with weekly interview sessions for Stage 1 trainees, we provide a comprehensive suite of education and training activities (including dedicated specialist support around RANZCP exams and other hurdles). Protected education time allows trainees to undertake both regular internal training and their Formal Education Course requirements each week.
Western Health’s mental health services are proud of our stable and supportive workplace culture. Our services provide an ideal combination of opportunity, by virtue of our size and resources, and support. We prioritize the wellbeing of our junior staff and feel that our program provides an ideal launchpad to a career in Psychiatry.
Key responsibilities:
- Provision of high-quality standards of patient care. This includes the assessment, planning.
- implementation and evaluation for care in collaboration with multidisciplinary team.
- Accepting accountability for own actions and seeking guidance if situations exceed the scope of practice of a Psychiatry Registrar.
- To attend training/educational activities including Grand Rounds, Colloquia and other local training opportunities.
- To provide clinical support for other Psychiatry Registrars where this may be required due to workload or other unforeseen circumstances.
About you:
- Demonstrate a commitment to high quality patient care
- Demonstrate teamwork and collaboration
- Demonstrate an ability to communicate at all levels
- Have current registration as a Medical Practitioner with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) - (note - eligible applicants will be assisted through this process if not currently registered)
- Have Psychiatry experience as an intern, unaccredited registrar and/or HMO for a full rotation/term (minimum 10 weeks) at time of application
Please note: You will be required to attach copies of the following to your online application:
- Cover letter
- Current Curriculum Vitae (CV) including 3 references with contact details
- Evidence of current COVID-19 vaccination status
Click here for the Position Description.
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. We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions.
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, Maribyrnong Clinic, 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?
If you’re passionate about patient care, we’d love to hear from you.
If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.
Closing date: 11:59pm on 4 June 2026.
Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact David Syfret (Service Coordinator of Training) via [email protected].
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).
Western Health is committed to the psychosocial safety of all applicants and employees.
Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.
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