Medical Registrar at Forensicare

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Sep, 26

Salary

79.0

Posted On

08 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Forensic Psychiatry, Patient Assessment, Patient Management, Clinical Reporting, Multi-disciplinary Collaboration, Mental Health Care

Industry

Mental Health Care

Description

Registrar HM26-HM30 Full time or Part time fixed term commencing at six-monthly rotation intakes Based in Community, Inpatient or Prison Services Forensicare is the statutory agency responsible for the provision of adult forensic mental health services across Victoria. Be part of a newly forming team and help shape the delivery of forensic mental health care in Melbourne’s western suburbs. This is an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with Area Mental Health Services and other community providers, strengthen shared care partnerships, and contribute to building a new model of specialist forensic support for the region. About the role: Fixed term positions for Registrars will be available on six monthly intakes. These positions are available either part time or full time. The Registrar will contribute forensic mental health advice to multi-disciplinary teams to ensure the delivery of high-quality direct care services and programs. Applicants for this position will be able to participate in Forensicare's Training Program for Registrars, which is accredited as meeting the standards of The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists for both Generalist and Forensic subspecialty training. Trainees will be allocated to accredited posts and supervised by RANZCP accredited supervisors where applicable. Senior Medical Officers with experience in Forensic Psychiatry will also be considered. Duties: Take a lead role in the assessment and management of patients and prisoners under the direction and supervision of the Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist Prepare and present reports to the Mental Health review Board. Skills and experience: Experience at the Registrar level in Forensic Psychiatry is highly desirable Eligibility for, and a commitment to Advanced Training in Forensic Psychiatry is preferential Demonstrated responsibility for achievement of training goals Benefits: We value our staff and provide a range of employee benefits including: Great salary packaging conditions Excellent leave entitlements Ongoing training and full orientation Comprehensive Health and Wellbeing Programs including: staff health service (fitness passport), Critical Incident Stress Management and Employee Assistance Programs. Diversity and Inclusion Forensicare is an equal opportunity employer, committed to attracting and developing a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Our Values We promote the values of responsiveness, integrity, impartiality, accountability, respect, and leadership, and strive to reflect these behaviours in all that we do. Forensicare offers a smoke-free work environment.

Responsibilities

The Registrar provides forensic mental health advice to multi-disciplinary teams to ensure high-quality direct care. They lead the assessment and management of patients and prisoners and prepare reports for the Mental Health Review Board.