Canberra Health Services (CHS) is seeking a Senior Psychologist - Clinical Lead to join the Forensic Mental Health Services, based at the Dhulwa Mental Health Unit. The role involves leading a multidisciplinary team, delivering recovery-focused care to patients with complex mental health needs, and contributing to governance and program development within a 25-bed secure facility.

Ideal candidates will have strong clinical leadership, sound professional judgement, and the ability to influence

Canberra Health Services in ACT is seeking a Registered Midwife Level 2 for a full-time or part-time temporary role with potential permanency. You will lead antenatal and gynaecology care within a leading tertiary maternity service, working with a multidisciplinary team to deliver woman- and family-centred care.

Candidates must hold registration and be able to contribute to clinical practice reform while maintaining compassionate care for women, babies and families across the ACT region.

Canberra Health Services (CHS) seeks a Unit Director of Obstetrics and Gynaecology to provide strategic and operational leadership for tertiary-level obstetric and gynaecological services at the ACT's Centenary Hospital for Women and Children, a high-volume centre.

The role requires RANZCOG Fellowship, outstanding communication, and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams, with pro-rata arrangements for part-time, and a base salary package within the indicative range.

Canberra Health Services (CHS) invites applications for a Psychiatry Registrar - Psychiatry of Old Age Advanced Certificate Trainee. This full-time temporary position commences February 2027 and offers progression to RANZCP Certificate training in Psychiatry of Old Age.

Situated in a tertiary hospital, CHS provides competitive pay, salary packaging, 12.5% superannuation, visa sponsorship for eligible candidates and relocation reimbursement subject to review.

Medical Staff in the Canberra Health Services enjoy excellent conditions, and our Enterprise Agreement is available at:

• Reimbursement of relocation expenses (up to $55,000) for interstate candidates on permanent and long term appointments (Conditions apply and subject to review and approval)
• VISA/Sponsorship for eligible candidates.
• City living without the traffic - click here to see why you should live inCanberra
• Competitive pay rates and excellent working conditions within a tertiary hospital.
• Salary Packaging with many options that provide full fringe benefits tax concessions.
• Flexible working conditions.

Potential total package value of$394,407to$530,052 (Inclusive of additional incentives and allowances)dependent on the level of experience and participation.

Full Time Indicative Base Package Value:$344,407to$455,052(Pro Rata part time)

Indicative Base Package inclusive of

• Base Salary $204,936 to $274,696
• Superannuation (12.5%)
• Private Practice Allowance - SchemeA (other scheme's available)
• Professional development allowances
• On-call allowance 17.5%
• Generous leave provisions, including up to 4 weeks training/education leave and up to 5 weeks annual leave per annum
• Annual Leave Loading 17.5%

Note: Starting base salary will be negotiated within this classification for the successful candidate, depending on experience and expertise.

Additional incentives and allowances to the base package Value:$50,000 to $75,000 Dependent on base level appointed to.

Attraction and Retention Incentive's (ARIn) available for this position - Subject to meeting eligibility criteria - (pro-rata for part time)

• Core Group JHS- Primary Care Physician ARIn

About the Role: Position Overview

Mental Health, Justice Health, Alcohol and Drug Services (MHJHADS) offers compassionate, recovery-focused care for youth and adults across ACT and surrounds. Whether in hospitals, community centres, justice facilities, or even at home, MHJHADS provides specialised support tailored to each stage of life - from children and adolescents to older adults. Services include inpatient psychiatric care, community outreach, and harm minimisation programs, all designed to meet complex mental health needs with dignity and respect.

Justice Health Services (JHS) provides high quality healthcare to people located within the Alexander Maconochie Centre (AMC), the Dhulwa Mental Health Unit (DMHU) and young people at the Bimberi Youth Justice Centre (BYJC). The successful applicant would be expected to provide care to consumers across all JHS sites.

The position holder is expected to operate within the Public Sector Management Act (1994), the ACT Public Service Code of Conduct and the professional requirements specified by the appointee's Specialist College.
The successful applicant will have general practice experience and skills in both inpatient and community services and be willing to work across MHJHADS as needed. The successful applicant will also be expected to participate in the mandatory administrative, governance and training requirements of medical officers within the Division. Emphasis on astrong commitment to the principles of primary care, including prevention, health promotion and person-centred care, together with an understanding of the impact of social determinants of health, trauma, disadvantage and inequity on health outcomes, is essential.

The position holder is expected to operate within the Public Sector Management Act (1994), the ACT Public Service Code of Conduct and the professional requirements specified by the appointee's Specialist College.
The preferred candidate maybe considered for a conjoint position in ANU at an academic level commensurate with the candidate's qualifications and experience. The academic position will be held for the duration of the Canberra Health Services employment and will be subject to regular performance reviews. No remuneration is attached to the University position. The employee will be responsible to the University on academic matters and to The Canberra Hospital & Health Services / Canberra Health Services for clinical/ research matters.
For more information in relation to conjoint positions with the ANU please contact The Director, ANU School of Medicine and Psychology 6125

Please note prior to commencement successful candidates will be required to:

• Hold Specialist registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency
• Meet credentialing requirements and receive an Endorsed scope of clinical practice from the Medical Dental Appointments Advisory Committee (MDAAC)
• Comply with Canberra Health Services Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination policy.

Please note applications submitted via an agency will not be accepted for this position

Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.

Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary and community based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding region. More information can be found on the CHS website .

Our Vision: creating exceptional health care together
Our Role: to be a health service that is trusted by our community
Our Values: Reliable, Progressive, Respectful and Kind

CHS is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply.

The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved. More information can be found here ACT Closing the Gap Implementation Plan - ACT Government Transparency Portal .

Healthcare, Medical and Allied Services
Leaders and Senior Management

Canberra Health Services is seeking medical staff to deliver compassionate, recovery-focused care across ACT and surrounding regions. The role encompasses inpatient psychiatric care, community outreach and harm minimisation programs, with opportunities across MHJHADS and JHS sites.

Applicants must hold Specialist registration with AHPRA, meet credentialing requirements and obtain an endorsed scope of clinical practice from MDAAC.

‘Creating exceptional health care together.’ POSITION DESCRIPTION Position Title: Resident Medical Officer  Employment Type: Temporary Full time  Classification: Resident Medical Officer Salary: $102,486 to $135,446 Location: Canberra Hospital, North Canberra Hospital and satellite sites Section: MOSECTU  Closing Date: 27 September 2026   Please note: Applications with affiliation to a recruitment agency will not be considered   What can we offer you:  ·         City living without the traffic – click here to see why you should live in Canberra ·         Competitive pay rates and excellent working conditions within a tertiary hospital ·         Salary Packaging with many options that provide full fringe benefits tax concessions ·         12.5% Superannuation ·         Visa sponsorship for eligible candidates ·         Reimbursement of relocation expenses for interstate candidates (subject to review and approval). To find out more on what a career at CHS can give you, the benefits of working with us and why Canberra is Australia's happiest city click here: Benefits of working with us - Canberra Health Services   About the role:  Applications are invited for a 12-month position (with possible extension), commencing from February 2027. To be eligible for this role, you must be PGY2+ from February 2027. Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person-centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary and community‐based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding regions. More information can be found on the CHS website. Medical Staff in the Canberra Health Services enjoy excellent conditions, and our Enterprise Agreement is available at: ACTPS Medical Practitioners Enterprise Agreement 2023 - 2026 Canberra Health Services recruits Resident Medical Officers (RMOs) to the ACT Network which includes the following sites: Canberra Hospital, Garran ACT North Canberra Hospital, Bruce ACT University of Canberra Hospital, Belconnen ACT Alexander Maconochie Centre, Hume ACT Goulburn Base Hospital, Goulburn NSW Moruya Hospital, Moruya NSW Cooma Hospital, Cooma NSW South-East Regional Hospital, Bega NSW Sapphire Coast Medical Practice, Bega NSW     All applicants must refer to the essential qualifications in the position description, to determine their suitability to be considered for this position.  Prior to commencement, the successful candidates will be required to: Undergo a pre-employment National Police Check Comply with Canberra Health Services Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination policy      For more information regarding the position details click here for the Position Description How to apply or want to know more? Applications must be submitted through the e-recruitment system and must include: A copy of a current resumé. A response to the selection criteria under “what you require” in no more than two pages, outlining your skills, knowledge and experience and why you should be considered for this role   Two referee reports. At least one from a current supervisor. You can download the referee report template here   All applicants must refer to the essential qualifications in the position description to determine their suitability to be considered for this position. CHS Contact: Nicole McCall, Director Medical Administration Manager [email protected]    #LI-DNI

A Metropolitan ACT hospital requires a Specialist in Internal Medicine from ASAP - 3 months

As soon as possible for a minimum period of four weeks, up to 3 months

Salary Rates: $3000 per 24 hour period

Days and Hours: Sessions may include outpatient clinics, diagnostic reporting (echo, devices, holters etc), ward rounds, interventional procedural lists and participation in on-call.

Participation in the cardiology on-call roster will be required and will be negotiated with candidates

Accommodation: Maximum $200.00 per day
Car Hire: Small car only (if applicable)
Flights: Economy travel only (if applicable)

VMO Contract – Paid by Canberra Health Services

For further information about this job, please contact Victoria on 1300 900 100.

The rate is $3000.00/day

• This teaching hospital is the largest district general hospital in the region with 672 beds catering to a population of about 550,000.
• The city has strong medical services and lifestyle benefits
• Travel & accommodation provided.

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