Psychologist, Queensland Health

Join a supportive team delivering high-quality, evidence-based psychological services as the Permanent Part Time Psychologist. You’ll strengthen your professional skills while building independence in clinical decision-making, guided by experienced senior psychologists. Bring your voice to service planning and help drive innovation in person‑centred, integrated care alongside patients, families, and a collaborative multidisciplinary team. As your experience grows, so will your leadership, from mentoring students and early‑career clinicians to confidently delegating to Allied Health Assistants, you’ll help shape the future of our workforce. If you're passionate, motivated, and ready for a role that invests in your development while you invest in others, this is your perfect next step. About us Psychology impacts upon a range of psychological, emotional, and behavioural difficulties to improve health and well-being across the lifespan. Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service offers a comprehensive psychology service to support patients through their acute hospital admission, recovery following discharge, and/or when accessing specialist outpatient services. Our Psychologists work with a range of populations including paediatrics, adults and older adults in hospital and community facilities across Gladstone, Biloela, Emerald, Capricorn Coast and Rockhampton regions. About the role The Psychologist role provides comprehensive psychological assessment and intervention for patients who develop emotional, behavioural, and/or cognitive issues secondary to their medical condition, illness, or injury, or where emotional, behavioural, and/or cognitive issues are impacting on their healthcare engagement and recovery. Care may be delivered across a range of inpatient, ambulatory, and community settings. About you Applicants must possess an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) accredited four‑year qualification in Psychology and general or provisional registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA). Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and/or registration or membership with the appropriate association within Australia. Post‑graduate qualifications in Clinical Psychology, Clinical Neuropsychology, or Health Psychology at the Masters/Doctorate level or PsyBA area of practice endorsement in Clinical Psychology, Clinical Neuropsychology, or Health Psychology would be highly regarded, as would PsyBA approved supervisor status. What we offer Total remuneration value of up to $53,026 p.a. is comprised of: An hourly rate between $43.68 - $58.59 p.h. 12.75% employer superannuation contribution 17.5% leave loading Additional Benefits Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities Flexible Work‑Life Balance and Variety Generous Salary Sacrificing Options Paid Parental Leave Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Discounted Private Health Insurance Fitness Passport Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description. How to apply To apply, please submit the following: Your current CV or resume, including referees. A cover letter (1‑2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description. Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description. Contact ***************@health.qld.gov.au Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK5L Applications close: Sunday, 4 January 2026 #Rockhampton #CapCoast #MountMorgan Be careful - Don’t provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don't transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad. #J-18808-Ljbffr