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.
* 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
This role offers meaningful, youth-focused clinical practice in a supportive and well-structured environment.
* 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
* 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.