Townsville Hospital and Health Service – Townsville QLD
You are invited to experience this exciting opportunity as part of a significant expansion of maternal services at Northern Australia's largest tertiary hospital.
The Townsville University Hospital provides perinatal services, including expert clinical support and management, saving families from expensive and disruptive travel to south-east Queensland.
The psychologist – senior (perinatal) is a valued member of the Perinatal Loss Service multidisciplinary team, which delivers a comprehensive range of screening, diagnostic, and therapeutic services to families across Northern Queensland.
You will provide bereavement care, in addition to psychological assessment and intervention to patients regarding women's reproductive health concerns and decisions about termination of pregnancy.
Women and families will be able to access world-class care, closer to home, with the support of medical, sonography, midwifery, health worker and allied health specialist staff.
This perinatal loss service is the only one outside south-east Queensland offering a comprehensive range of screening, diagnostic, and therapeutic services to women and families across both private and public healthcare sectors.
PLEASE NOTE - This is a temporary part-time role, commencing 23/11/2026 - 11/02/2027 (60.8 hours per fortnight).
About your new employer
The Townsville Hospital and Health Service offers a dynamic and diverse healthcare environment, delivering high-quality, patient-centred care across a broad range of clinical services.
As a leading tertiary and referral service, you will have the opportunity to work alongside multidisciplinary teams, contribute to complex care,



and engage in continuous professional development.
We are committed to supporting career growth through structured pathways, education and training opportunities, and strong partnerships with organisations such as James Cook University.
Whether you are advancing your clinical expertise or developing leadership capability, you will be well supported to achieve your career goals.
Our organisation is underpinned by a collaborative and inclusive culture, offering the benefits of a regional setting alongside modern healthcare facilities.
With flexible work options, a strong focus on wellbeing, and access to vibrant and diverse North Queensland communities, you can enjoy both professional fulfilment and a relaxed, coastal lifestyle.
Role requirements
Applicants must possess an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) accredited four-year qualification in Psychology, and be registered with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA), Psychology Board of Australia (PsychBA).
While not mandatory, a PsychBA Area of Practice Endorsement in Clinical Psychology or Health Psychology would be highly regarded, as would PsychBA approved Supervisor status.
Drivers Licence: This position requires the incumbent to operate a class C motor vehicle and an appropriate licence endorsement to operate this vehicle is required.
Competitive salary and advantages:
We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.
Salary range: $***** - $***** p.h. (HP4)
4 weeks annual (pro rata) leave with 17.5% loading
*****% employer contribution to superannuation
Professional Development allowance and leave
Locality allowance
Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available
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📌 Psychologist - Senior (Perinatal Loss) (Townsville)
🏢 Townsville Hospital and Health Service
📍 Townsville