Staff Specialist - Director of Clinical Services

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Staff Specialist to join our team as the Director of Clinical Services at a leading mental health service.

This key leadership role will oversee clinical services, manage medical staff, and contribute to training, research, and quality improvement programs.


Key Responsibilities


  • Lead and manage clinical services, including oversight of associated hospitals and community health services.




  • Provide clinical leadership and line management for senior and junior medical staff across multiple teams.




  • Deliver high-quality diagnostic and consultative psychiatric services.




  • Collaborate with medical, nursing, and allied health teams to enhance evidence-based practice and professional standards.




  • Engage in teaching, research, and quality improvement activities to continuously improve service delivery and clinical outcomes.




  • Promote a culture of teamwork, respect, and continuous performance improvement across all services.




The Ideal Candidate


  • Medical registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).




  • Fellowship with the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) or equivalent specialist recognition under the NSW Staff Specialists (State) Award.




  • Proven experience in clinical leadership within mental health services.




  • Strong background in psychiatric diagnosis and consultative services.




  • Demonstrated commitment to teaching and research in a mental health setting.




  • Ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams to achieve high standards of care.




Why Choose This Role?


  • Lead and shape the future of mental health services within a collaborative environment.




  • Opportunity to work with a dynamic mental health team providing high-quality services.




  • Access to professional development opportunities, research initiatives, and quality improvement programs.




  • Supportive work culture that values teamwork, respect, and continuous growth.






About Paragon Medics

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We offer end-to-end recruitment services to help you transition smoothly into your next career opportunity.




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