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Psychiatrist Pain Management


Company : St Vincent's Health Australia


Location : Melbourne, Victoria


Created : 2025-02-21


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Psychiatrist Pain ManagementJob Description:Willing to sign a Private Practice Agreement for Medicare billing in Public HospitalsPermanent, Part Time, 8 hours per weekSVHM welcomes diverse perspectives and backgrounds to create an inclusive and thriving workplaceAbout the RoleTo work within an inter-disciplinary team, providing clinical expertise in the discipline of Psychiatry, and to contribute to high-quality pain management services for patients referred to the service.Provide guidance to the BWCPM team to enhance a patients journey through the service when requestedProvide focused, short term intervention to patients when appropriateFacilitate discharge planning of existing patients who require transition to longer term psychiatric care in the communityHelp scope opportunities to establish and drive innovative clinical research in pain managementProvide clinical supervision for Pain Medicine trainees to enhance reflective practice, prevent burnout and manage ethical issuesActively participate in endorsed quality improvement projects and education activities of the unitClassifications for this position will range from HN16 - HN56 ($117.22 - $152.53 per hour)A Bit About YouMust HaveDemonstrated knowledge, experience and expertise in providing psychiatric care to patients with chronic health conditions, including persistent painExperience and evidence of working successfully in a multidisciplinary setting with excellent teamwork ethosStrong interest in Pain ManagementHighly developed verbal and written communication skillsEligibility for Medicare provider number for MBS billing at BWCPM location and willing to sign a Private Practice Agreement for Medicare billing in Public Hospitals - 100% donation modelNational Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC)Nice to HaveA strong interest / experience in clinical research and proven interest in a research topic relevant to pain managementFaculty of Pain Medicine (FPM) FellowshipExpertise or interest in relevant areas of Medicine such as Addiction Medicine, Neurology, Functional Neurological Disorder, Palliative Care or other specialist clinics where chronic pain is prevalentTeaching / clinical supervision experienceWhat We Can Offer YouSalary Packaging Increase your take home pay!Culture of Continuous ImprovementA healthy work/life balance encouragedAbility to join Fitness Passport - Your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilitiesLocated in Fitzroy with CBD and Gertrude St at our doorstepAvailable Trams for our Fitzroy Campus 11, 12, 109, 86, 96Fitzroy Main building only 500m from Parliament StationSVHM Cultural Diversity programs, offering staff support and educationTalk to me application - facilitate better conversations with patients and residents of culturally and linguistically diverse backgroundsConfidential, solutions-focused employee counsellingAbout Barbara Walker Centre for Pain ManagementThe Barbara Walker Centre for Pain Management is one of the Health Independence Program (HIP) Services and sits within the Disability, Pain and HIP Service Development stream of HIP. Other HIP streams include rehabilitation clinics, access and chronic disease, complex care and HIP psychological services.Working at St VincentsSt Vincents Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service. SVHM provides an extensive range of adult clinical services across our Fitzroy, Kew and Truganina sites.We warmly encourage applications from talented people of all backgrounds, including those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, LGBTQIA+, and people of all ages, cultures, and identities. Our mission is to create an environment that reflects and supports the rich diversity of the community we serve.Together, we celebrate our values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence, making SVHM a unique, safe and welcoming place to work.Pre-employment checksYour employment is conditional upon the completion of all role-required pre-employment checks, including relevant immunisations.How to ApplyTo apply, click the ''Apply'' button. You will be prompted to create a Workday candidate profile and upload your current resume and cover letter.Please let us know if you have any accessibility requirements and we will be able to adapt to these for you.We encourage you to apply early, as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be found.If you would like a copy of the Position Description, please contact TalentHealthVIC@svha.org.au and include the JRnumber.*Respectfully no agencies*Contact Details:Pain Stream Manager, Sam Corrie | samantha.corrie@svha.org.auAlternate Contact:Clinical Director BWCPM, Harry Eaman | harry.eaman@svha.org.auClosing Date:18 March 2025 11:59pmReconciliation Action Plan:At St Vincent''s we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.For further information, visit or get in contact at indigenouscareers@svha.org.auView Reconciliation Action PlanCode of Conduct:View Code of ConductSet up Job Alerts to see future opportunities that interest you. New users can click Create Account from the Sign-in screen.Become a healthcare superheroAbout UsSt Vincents Health Australia has been serving Australians with compassionate health and aged care since our first hospital was established in Sydney in 1857.Founded by the Sisters of Charity more than 180 years ago, St Vincents is a clinical, research and education leader delivering private hospital, public hospital and aged care services across NSW, VIC and QLD. Our founder, Mary Aikenheads vision, commitment and inspiration lives on in us and the work we do.From modest beginnings, St Vincents Health Australia is today the nations largest not-for-profit health and aged care provider, offering services in Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria, including public and private hospitals and aged care facilities. The St Vincents family comprises 22,000 outstanding nurses, researchers, cooks, doctors, executives, administrators, cleaners, volunteers and more. #J-18808-Ljbffr