Alfred Health
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We are a leader in healthcare delivery, improvement, research and education.
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About Us
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We provide comprehensive specialist physical and mental healthcare to residents of Melbourne's inner south, in addition to a range of state-wide services. We deliver high-quality healthcare, research and training.
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About the Role
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This is a Specialist in Psychiatry - Addiction Medicine (Fractional) role at Alfred Health. You will work primarily in the community addictions program but also support the Consultation Liaison (CL) Addictions team.
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Qualifications and Skills Required
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* Legally qualified practitioners registered or registrable with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency
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* Fellowship of the Chapter of Addiction Medicine or Royal Australian College of General Practitioners
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* Demonstrable relevant knowledge and experience in Addiction Medicine and/or Addiction Psychiatry, and greater than 5 years' experience in caring for consumers experiencing complex substance use disorders, including medication assisted treatment of opiate use disorders
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* Meeting our requirements for credentialing and scope of practice in Addiction Medicine/Addiction Psychiatry
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* Outstanding communication skills, including well-developed conflict resolution skills
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* Ability to liaise well with other staff at all levels
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* Demonstrated flexibility in problem solving and the capability to develop and sustain highly collaborative relationships with others/other teams
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About This Opportunity
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Alfred Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.
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We are committed to providing a safe working environment. In accordance with health regulations, certain roles require vaccination against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption.