General Practitioner (Part-Time / Seasonal) We are seeking salaried part‑time or seasonal General Practitioners to join the team in Katoomba, working flexible hours within a collaborative youth mental health setting.
As a salaried GP, you will receive all Uniting staff benefits in addition to your relevant award entitlements — offering stability, flexibility and strong organisational support.
This operates under a holistic, multidisciplinary model of care, supporting young people aged 12‑25. At headspace Katoomba, you will work alongside experienced youth health professionals including psychologists, social workers, occupational therapists, psychiatrists, dietitians, mental health clinicians and nurse practitioners.
Funded by the Australian Government under the National Youth Mental Health Initiative, headspace has been improving access to early intervention services since 2006.
Responsibilities
Provide high‑quality GP assessments for young people presenting with physical and mental health concerns
Conduct history taking, diagnosis, investigation, treatment and referrals as appropriate
Develop Mental Health Care Plans to support internal referrals, Psychiatry and Allied Health services
Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure coordinated care
Support young people in accessing sexual health, alcohol and other drug services, and preventative health care
Work within a collaborative multidisciplinary framework
Access clinical supervision from the Clinical Manager
Be fully supported by an experienced administration team
Qualifications
Approved tertiary qualifications with current registration through Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency
Eligibility to provide services under the Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS – Better Access initiative)
Strong clinical experience in youth health and mental health
Demonstrated ability to apply evidence‑based therapeutic practices
Experience coordinating care for young people with complex and diverse health needs
Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
Benefits
Flexible working arrangements
Access to ongoing professional development and training
Supportive, integrated and youth‑centred workplace culture
Opportunities for career progression within a national network
This is an excellent opportunity for a GP passionate about youth health and early intervention to make a tangible difference in a collaborative and progressive service.
Confidential enquiries are welcome.
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