Are you a UK Psychiatrist looking for a sea change? The Medical Board of Australia just announced the expansion of the specialist expedited pathway, so now is the best time for Specialist International Medical Graduates (SIMGs) with the appropriate qualifications to apply for Medical Registration in Australia.
Medical Board of Australia – Expedited Specialist pathway
WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is the largest country health system in Australia and one of the biggest in the world, providing health services to approximately half a million people over a vast two and a half million square kilometre area. The organisation comprises seven regions, with a strong network of public hospitals, health services and health centres located across rural and remote Western Australia. Each of our seven regions has their own dedicated Mental Health Unit, which provide a range of services that may include acute psychiatric inpatient care, adult and older adult mental health, child and adolescent mental health, alcohol and drug support, and community-based programs.
For more information about our seven regions check out our Working for WACHS video .
Current opportunities in Psychiatry include:General Adult Inpatient PsychiatryChild and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS)Infant, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (ICAMHS)Adult Community
Full-time remuneration is inclusive of base salary, professional development allowance, 11.5% superannuation, and applicable region-specific allowances.
Membership of the UK Royal College of Psychiatrists (RCPsych)Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT)Confirmation of Specialist training from the GMC.Demonstrated extensive knowledge and clinical experience and skills in the practice of psychiatry.
Competitive Salary : One of the highest medical salaries in the Australian health sector.Annual leave, professional development leave, long service leave, sick leave, and leave for compassionate or cultural reasons.Healthcare Discounts : Entitled to discounts across private health care funds.Northwest Gratuity Payment : Visa Sponsorship : Range of employee-sponsored work visas, including PR (conditions apply).Professional Development : Opportunities for professional development and research.Flexible Working Practices : Flexible working practices and roster options where operationally appropriate.Relocation Assistance: Support for relocation to help you settle into your new role and location (negotiated on a case-by-case basis). Check out the medical practitioner salaries and benefits page .
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