CHQ is a specialist statewide hospital and health service dedicated to caring for children and young people from across Queensland and northern Recent South Wales. Our vision is to lead life‑changing care for children and young people for a healthier tomorrow. We do this through world‑class care, research, advocacy and leadership, and collaborating with our healthcare partners, most importantly families, to ensure we consistently deliver safe, high‑quality person‑centred care.

About The Team

This position will work alongside another 0.8FTE senior psychologist within the oncology service. The oncology service includes medical specialists (Consultant, Fellow, Registrar and Resident), nursing (Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Nurse Consultants and Clinical Nurses) and Allied Health Professionals (Psychology, Procedural Care Occupational Therapy). All other Allied Health services are provided by the relevant departments within the hospital. Within the broader Oncology Services Group, there are also dedicated psychosocial positions within Haematology/Haemophilia, Youth Cancer and Paediatric Palliative Care services.

About The Role

The position of Senior Psychologist (Oncology Services) will:





- Deliver high level evidence based clinical psychology services as part of a multi‑disciplinary team to optimise psychosocial outcomes for the patients of the Oncology Services.
- Provide professional leadership and management in the co‑ordination and delivery of psychology services under the direction of the Allied Health Clinical Leader (Oncology Services) and actively participate in research, teaching and training and service development/improvement.

Inclusion and diversity

To encourage inclusive practices in recruitment, we are committed to increasing our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workforce and building inclusive cultures that respect and promote human rights and Workforce Diversity and Inclusion. CHQ is an equal opportunity employer.

Benefits

If you're looking for a rewarding career, and you're excited to contribute to the development of Australia's best paediatric health service, come and join the team at CHQ and enjoy a range of benefits including:

- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Competitive renumeration
- Annual pay increases
- 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
- 17.5% annual leave loading
- Salary packaging
- Employee wellness and assistance program
- Work/life balance, variety, and flexibility

Occupational group

Health - Mental Health Clinicians

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📌 Senior Psychologist - Oncology (Brisbane City)
🏢 Children's Health Queensland Hospital and Health Service
📍 Brisbane City