Psychiatrist, Adult Mental Health

The Casey Adult Mental Health Service (Casey AMHS) provides individualised, consumer centred care for adults aged 18 - 65 years living in the City of Casey and the Shire of Cardinia, aiming to improve mental health and wellbeing, Casey AMHS comprises the entire spectrum of care with Emergency Psychiatric Services, Crisis Assessment and Treatment Team, PACER, Hospital in the Home team, Inpatient Psychiatric Units (Ward D mental health and E) based at Casey Hospital, CCT (Continuing Care Team) based at Pakenham and Cranbourne, Acute and Extended PARCS, State-wide Transition Support Unit and the Adult Mental Health and Intellectual Disability Initiative.

Teams at the Casey AMHS are multidisciplinary in nature. The consultant psychiatrist will provide medical leadership at the team level and support & assist the Head of Unit, Casey AMHS in the provision of high-quality psychiatry services, consistent with the Monash Health values.

About the Role
To support and assist the Head of Unit, Casey AMHS, Mental Health Program, Monash Health in the provision of high-quality psychiatry services, consistent with Monash Health values.
• Medical model of care at Monash Health is "consultant led". Consultants are at the forefront of care provision and lead by example
• Provide clinical leadership through active involvement in patient care
• Be available to medical colleagues for consultation and liaison as appropriate regarding patient care
• Be immediately available for urgent consultation and assistance in the management of clinically deteriorating patients
• Support academic, research, education, training & supervision (both undergraduate and postgraduate) roles in the Casey Adult Mental Health Service
• Support the Adult Psychiatry Unit's outreach services within Monash Health
• Contribute to the professional and corporate life of Monash Health by participation in appropriate committees and fora
• Contribute to ongoing service improvement and clinical and workforce innovation to ensure Monash Health provides high quality accessible Psychiatry Services within allocated resources and meets the needs of Monash Health patients

About You
To be successful in this healthcare role, you will bring the following demonstrated skills, experience, and attributes:
• Strong commitment to providing high-quality psychiatry services
• Working well within a multi-disciplinary team
• Active participation in Continuous Professional Development and personal development and learning.
• Prior experience in ECT and credentialing is desirable. If not available, must attend Monash Health training as soon as practical after appointment.

Mandatory requirements of the role -
• Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
• Appropriate health professional tertiary qualifications
• Fellowship of the RANZCP or equivalent
• Working with Children's Check

Why you will love working with us
Ours is a connected team with strong shared values and an unwavering commitment to excellence. We are a highly skilled, collaborative, and welcoming team where the only limit in your career is you. Upon your appointment, we will provide you with
• A supportive and cohesive team, working within a larger consumer relations team.
• Professional development courses, seminars and mentoring.
• Opportunities for you to use your experience in the role to inform and drive initiatives within the broader units and programs.
• Salary packaging.

For a confidential discussion and to explore this opportunity further, please reach out to Dr Sharjeel Ansari via email ••••@monashhealth.org or call 03 •••••200.

Our Culture and Values

At Monash Health, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our culture is inclusive, supportive and future-focused, underpinned by clear values and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Our teams play a critical role in bringing our new strategy to life, challenging traditional approaches, embracing innovation, and ensuring every appointment reflects our commitment to equity, transparency and excellence.

You'll be encouraged to share ideas, contribute to improvement initiatives, and grow alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about what they do.

We are Full Hearted, Open Minded and All In, enabling excellent service delivery and a positive candidate and employee experience every time.

We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards.

How to Apply

Applications are accepted via the Monash Health online EHub system.

Applications will be screened upon receipt and selection activity may commence prior to the closing date.

Applications close: 9 September 2026