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 0414 871 922 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.
