The Team As a provisionally registered psychologist, you'll play a leading role in our inclusive and expert allied health team at North-West Regional Hospital (Burnie), working alongside our Physicians, fellow Allied Health Professionals and Nurses to provide comprehensive care that is centred on the unique situation of each individual you meet. This is how you can gain true meaning from your work. The team will rely on you thriving in your role and will be invested in making this a reality. Review the Statement of Duties for more details. The Role The Provisional Psychologist (Paediatrics) reports to the Manager
- Psychology Services, and under professional supervision, guidance, and support is responsible for providing a patient centred and goal directed psychology service for outpatients of the North West Paediatric Service. Join our Paediatric Psychology Service and make a meaningful difference in the lives of children, young people and their families. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will provide evidence-based psychological assessment and intervention services for paediatric outpatients, helping to support positive health, wellbeing and developmental outcomes. Under professional supervision, you will contribute to patient-centred care, collaborate with a range of health professionals, participate in case discussions, and support service improvement, education and research initiatives. You will need
- Developing knowledge of contemporary psychology assessment and intervention practices for children and families.
- Ability to build effective relationships with children, families, carers and other service providers.
- Robust written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.




- A flexible and adaptable approach in a complex clinical environment.
- Commitment to evidence-based practice, quality improvement and ongoing professional development.
- An understanding of child-centred, patient-focused care. Note: Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application. Why Tasmania The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites. Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania’s public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work. Details of appointment Permanent, full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.
- Notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant. Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication,



this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies. Salary $81,614 to $117,074 per annum + our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
- Salary range is in accordance with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Union Wages Agreement 2025 Salary Packaging You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible. Allowances In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available.
- Please note that access to salaries beyond $115,529 is subject to qualifications and/or application to the personal upgrade scheme.
- Professional Development Allowance of up to $1200 per annum, paid on a fortnightly, pro rata basis. Benefits available to eligible candidates
- Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees from overseas, and up to $10,000 for appointees from interstate.
- Professional development and accelerated pathways.
- A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
- Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family. Eligibility Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.
- Tertiary qualification/program of study approved by the Psychology Board of Australia
- Registered with the Psychology Board of Australia as a Provisional Psychologist
- Working with Children Registration Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable
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📌 Provisional Psychologist (Roger River West)
🏢 Department of Health, Tasmania
📍 Roger River West