SAS - Dual Disability Psychiatry - Hobart

Career Medical Officer – Dual Disability Psychiatry A rare opportunity to work at the intersection of intellectual disability and adult psychiatry within a highly supported specialist service, while enjoying an exceptional Tasmanian lifestyle. This is an exciting opportunity for a Specialty Doctor / Senior Registrar (ST6–ST7) / SAS Doctor (or equivalent experience) with a strong psychiatry background, particularly within Dual Disability, Intellectual Disability, and Adult Mental Health, to join Tasmania’s statewide mental health service. You will be part of a multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality, person-centred care to a complex and rewarding patient group, with strong Consultant support and genuine scope for clinical autonomy.
- Specialist clinical focus – Dual Disability Psychiatry (intellectual disability + adult mental health)
- High level of autonomy within a supportive Consultant-led service
- Meaningful clinical impact with a highly vulnerable patient cohort
- Lifestyle balance – coastal living, national parks, and a relaxed Tasmanian pace of life
- Salary: $128,750 – $183,340 (commensurate with experience) The Role You will join Tasmania’s Statewide Mental Health Services, part of the Department of Health, delivering integrated care across hospital and community settings. The service offers strong clinical governance, multidisciplinary collaboration, and access to tertiary-level support across a network of hospitals and community teams. As a Dual Disability Medical Officer, you will provide comprehensive psychiatric assessment, treatment, and ongoing care for individuals with complex intellectual disability and mental health needs. Key responsibilities
- Provide specialist psychiatric assessment and management within Dual Disability services
- Work closely with families, carers, and external agencies including the NDIS
- Act as an Approved Medical Practitioner under the Mental Health Act
- Contribute to care planning, risk management, and multidisciplinary decision-making
- Support continuity of care across inpatient, community, and specialist services
- Participate in teaching, supervision, and service development initiatives Experience required We are seeking a doctor with significant post-foundation experience in psychiatry (typically 3–5+ years minimum), operating at Specialty Doctor / Senior Registrar level (ST6–ST7 or SAS equivalent depending on experience), with demonstrated exposure to:
- Intellectual disability psychiatry and adult mental health
- Complex case management within multidisciplinary teams
- Mental health legislation, including guardianship frameworks where applicable
- Liaison with families, carers, and community services (including disability systems such as NDIS) This is a senior CMO-level role requiring a high degree of clinical independence , while remaining supported within a Consultant-led service. The Location Life in Tasmania offers something truly different. From award-winning restaurants and cultural festivals to pristine beaches and alpine wilderness, you’ll enjoy a lifestyle that blends career progression with genuine balance. Hobart offers a rare combination of career development and lifestyle. As Australia’s second-oldest capital city, it is known for its relaxed pace, solid sense of community, and outstanding natural surroundings. You will enjoy:
- A vibrant food and arts scene, including MONA and Salamanca Market
- Easy access to hiking, sailing, beaches and national parks
- Affordable living compared with mainland capitals
- A welcoming, family-friendly environment with excellent schools Tasmania is a place where doctors can truly balance a rewarding career with an exceptional quality of life. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3r915y