Make a meaningful impact in chronic pain care across regional communities
Remuneration: $57.30 - $69.84 per hour + superannuation + salary packaging + rural incentives
Location: Tamworth Hospital
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Clinical Psychologist
Hours Per Week: 8
Requisition ID: REQ668613
Applications Close: Tuesday 16th June 2026
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About the role
Join the Tamworth Integrated Pain Service (TIPS) and become part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team making a meaningful difference in the lives of people living with chronic pain across the region.
As a Clinical Psychologist based at Tamworth Hospital, you’ll deliver high-quality, person-centred care while working alongside an experienced team of Pain Medicine Physicians, Physiotherapists, Psychologists, a Dietitian, and Clinical Nurse Specialists and Consultants. Together, you’ll help patients improve their wellbeing, build resilience, and navigate the challenges of chronic pain through evidence-based care.
This role also offers the opportunity to extend your impact beyond Tamworth through rural outreach services, supporting communities in Narrabri, Armidale, and surrounding areas.
Why you’ll love Tamworth
Tamworth offers the best of regional living - a welcoming community, vibrant lifestyle, and beautiful natural surroundings, all paired with rewarding career opportunities. Famous as Australia’s country music capital, the city is also a growing centre for healthcare, education, and innovation, providing the perfect balance between work and lifestyle.
What we offer
At TIPS, we’re committed to helping you thrive both professionally and personally. You’ll benefit from:
- A comprehensive induction and training program with the Hunter Integrated Pain Service (HIPS) in Newcastle
- Ongoing mentorship, supervision, and support from experienced clinicians
- Opportunities to attend national pain forums, conferences, and education events
- Access to professional development pathways and online learning programs
About you
You’re a compassionate and motivated Clinical Psychologist who is passionate about delivering evidence-based care and making a genuine difference in people’s lives. You will:
- Build strong, respectful relationships with patients, families, and colleagues
- Communicate with empathy, professionalism, and confidence
- Value collaboration, inclusion, and integrity in your practice
- Be eager to learn, grow, and contribute to a supportive team environment
Requirements:
- An approved tertiary qualification: Masters or higher degree in Clinical Psychology. Applications from those nearing completion of an approved qualification may be considered.
- Full registration with AHPRA/Psychology Board of Australia (or, in the case of a psychologist nearing completion of post-graduate training, provisional registration may be accepted). Endorsement in clinical psychology or willingness to work towards same would be preferred.
- Current unencumbered driver’s licence.
Additional information:
- Based on a minimum 18-month commitment to the position or the agreed duration of your contract. All payments to part-time and contract employees will be made on a pro-rata basis in accordance with the terms of your contract, including any approved extensions. If your contract ends before the agreed completion date, you may be required to repay a portion of the incentive. Please note: the increased RHWIS allowance is approved until 30th June 2026. Commencement after this date may be subject to change, including the allowance amount for which the candidate may be eligible. To check your eligibility, visit the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme. For further information or to discuss your circumstances, please contact [email protected].
- An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies.
- To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
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For role related queries or questions contact Vickie Croker on [email protected]
Information for Applicants:
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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
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