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Join to apply for theLead Psychiatrist - Hospitalrole atForensicare .1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants. This range is provided by Forensicare. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience talk with your recruiter to learn more.Base pay range $221.19/hr - $221.19/hrHospital Lead, Psychiatry Location:Thomas Embling Hospital, Fairfield VICClassification:HN64Employment Type:Fractional 0.7 EFTAbout the Role Forensicare is Victoria''s specialist provider of forensic mental health services. We are seeking aHospital Lead, Psychiatryin this newly created role, to provide operational and strategic leadership for psychiatrists across Thomas Embling Hospital. This role ensures psychiatric care is safe, personcentred, and evidencebased, while fostering innovation and professional development. You will work closely with the Director, Clinical Services to support broader directorate priorities, including governance, innovation, and integrated models of care.Key ResponsibilitiesLead psychiatric services ensuring safe, evidencebased care aligned with strategic priorities.Supervise and develop consultants and registrars, promoting clinical excellence.Coordinate medical workforce planning, including rotation schedules and leave management, to maintain service continuity and operational efficiency.Support the Director, Clinical Services strengthening clinical governance, embedding a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.Drive workforce planning, governance, and service innovation.Build strong stakeholder relationships and support integrated models of care.About YouFellowship of RANZCP (or equivalent) and AHPRA registered, with substantial experience in psychiatry and prior experience as a forensic psychiatrist.Advanced Training Certificate highly regarded.Demonstrated understanding and application of clinical governance principles in the delivery of safe, highquality forensic mental health services.Proven leadership in clinical settings, including experience managing and supervising a medical workforce.Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.Why Join Forensicare? At Forensicare, we deliver recoveryfocused programs that support people living with serious mental illness who are connected to, or at risk of contact with, the justice system. Our team works across secure hospitals, community settings, and innovative service models to make a real difference. Join us and be part of a forwardthinking workforce committed to safety, recovery, and excellence.EligibilityInfluenza and immunisation evidence.This position is subject to a Police Check.You will be required to register with eCredential.Forensicare is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and developing a diverse workforce which reflects the community we serve. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTQI, people with a lived experience of disability, as well as people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Forensicare promotes our guiding principles ofRESPONSIVENESS, INTEGRITY, IMPARTIALITY, ACCOUNTABILITY, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP, HUMAN RIGHTS ; and promotes behaviours that are consistent with these values at all times. Forensicare is an equal opportunity employer and offers a smokefree environment.Seniority level DirectorEmployment type ParttimeJob function Health Care Provider, Management, and OtherIndustries Mental Health Care, Hospitals and Health Care, Public Health#J-18808-Ljbffr