Department of Health
Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals NW
North West Regional Hospital

Applications must be submitted by Tuesday 27 October, 2026 11:55 PM

Tuesday 27 October, 2026 11:55 PM AEST

Award/Classification:

Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement, Allied Health Professional, Level 1-2

$81,614 to $117,074 per annum

Employment type:

Permanent, full-time

Region:

North West

Location:

North West Regional Hospital

Planning, implementation and evaluation using current evidence-based assessment and intervention in paediatric psychology.

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.
- Strong 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.

$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.

- Please note that access to salaries beyond $115,529 is subject to qualifications and/or application to the personal upgrade scheme

In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:

- Career development Allowance of up to $1200 per annum, paid on a fortnigh

📌 Provisional Psychologist (City of Burnie)
🏢 Department of Health, Tasmania
📍 City of Burnie