About usSouth Pacific Private’s mission is ‘To change lives and heal families’ by providing Australians with the most holistic, comprehensive and proven treatment programs for addiction, trauma and mental health issues. As a fully-accredited, 54-bed private hospital, South Pacific offers the very highest levels of clinical expertise. All programs are supervised by a multi-disciplinary and expert team of psychiatrists, psychologist, general practitioners, registered nurses, psychotherapist and counsellors. South Pacific Private recognises the Gayamaygal people as the traditional owners and custodians of the land upon which we work. From hiring to treatment delivery, we value and embrace diversity across race, culture, ethnicity, indigenous status, gender identity, class, sexual orientation, religious belief and physical ability. Ensuring equity and inclusion for our staff and in access to our services as a priority.
Key objectives of role:This weekend part-time role offers flexible working hours Friday - Sunday in a beautiful beach side setting in Curl Curl. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in SPP's multi-disciplinary team of psychiatrists, psychologists, general practitioners, registered nurses and counsellors. The Medical Officer (GP) is responsible for providing medical treatment for individual inpatient clients at South Pacific Private Hospital, including admission assessments, detox management and ongoing medical evaluation and care. Care for Day Program clients is limited to intervention in medical emergency (code blue) while awaiting transfer to emergency department.
Standard requirements:Professional integrity, adherence to a professional code of ethics and confidentiality requirements as per SPP policyStrong interpersonal communication skills and professional internal and external boundariesAbility to work in a multidisciplinary team environment effectively, respecting difference and diversityMaintain personal professional skills, competence and performanceWork within the operational policy and procedure framework
Qualifications/experience/personal attributes:Recognised current NSW Medical Board qualifications (AHPRA)Current medical indemnity and workers comp insuranceCurrent CPR certificateCurrent Police CheckSPP Medical Provider NumberPreferable 1 year Experience with Drug and Alcohol detoxification/PsychiatryExcellent written and verbal communication skills and presentationInitiative, commitment and flexibility. Diplomacy and tactCommitment to the mission, vision and values of South Pacific PrivateCommitment to the philosophy of continuous improvement, promoting and participating effectively in Workplace Health and Safety, Quality Improvement and Risk Management practices to ensure that all staff adhere to SPP policies and proceduresInfection control policy and procedure
At South Pacific Private we believe every staff member is a precious, valuable and unique human being. We provide an environment that are respectful, inclusive and safe. This includes offering a setting that is inclusive of LGBTQIA+ people embracing diversity and affirming whatever your gender identity or sexuality. We ask our staff to be well-informed and sensitive to the lived experience of LGBTQIA+ people, and they understand the complexities and challenges LGBTQIA+ people face when accessing services and in the workplace. South Pacific Private is committed to working with you to better understand the diverse needs and strengths of each individual.
Apply by email to
[email protected] with your resume and cover letter (no more than 2 pages long).