Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, Part Time opportunities
Position Classification: Dependent on qualifications
Remuneration: $77,358.00 - $116,963.48 per annum, pro rata (+ super +17.5% leave loading where applicable)
Hours Per Week: up to 38
Requisition ID: REQ598235
Applications Close: 10 September 2025
Vaccination Category: A
Are you a talented Clinician looking to make a significant impact within regional communities?
Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD) are looking for motivated, enthusiastic and passionate Clinicians who are ready for a new adventure.
Wagga Wagga is the largest inland city in NSW. This vibrant regional centre sits pretty on the banks of the Murrumbidgee River in the heart of the Riverina. In short, it’s the perfect base to discover a delicious food and wine scene, wonderful galleries, tranquil riverbank walks, gorgeous gardens and parks, and fascinating heritage.
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About the role:
The Mental Health Emergency Consultation and Support (MHECS) Clinician is part of a multidisciplinary team. The MHECS Clinician is responsible for coordinating and delivering emergency mental health consultations, assessments and support services to persons (including their family, and/or carers) who are experiencing acute mental health crisis in the MLHD. The MHECS Clinician together with the on-call consultant psychiatrist develop a plan to assist, support and guide the emergency department clinicians in 32 hospitals across MLHD in managing mental health consumers risk, medications and plans for ongoing care.
The MHECS Clinician will also be required to complete duties as a Police Ambulance Clinician Early Response (PACER) Clinician. The PACER service involves conducting emergency assessments in the community settings with police and ambulance services. This work occurs in person in Wagga and is conducted via virtual platforms across the district The MH.
To see all role requirements please review the position description.
What MLHD offer:
Incentives - $10,000 sign on bonus under the NSW Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme, and up to $5,000 each year.
Relocation Support - Assistance for interstate applicants to help you transition smoothly into our community
Make a Meaningful Impact – Play a vital role in delivering essential health services to our diverse and vibrant regional communities.
Attractive Remuneration – Enjoy competitive pay aligned with your skills and experience.
Generous Salary Packaging – Access up to $20,600 per annum tax-free for living expenses, plus the option for novated car leasing.
Professional Development – Take advantage of ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
Health & Wellbeing Support – Benefit from our comprehensive wellness programs for you and your family, including Employee Assistance Programs Fitness Passport and initiatives to support both physical and mental health.
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About You
Our ideal candidate will demonstrate:
Ensure client/patient care is delivered within professional, organisational, legal and ethical boundaries and reflects evidence-based practice and knowledge.
Minimum 5 years experience working in the Mental Health profession
Be a confident / consciousness team player with an engaging personality aligning with NSW Health Core values – Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment
Hold relevant Australian standard qualification
How to Apply
If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click apply now! Ensure to include a current Resume and Cover letter.
Please contact Paul Craft, MHECSC Manager on 02 5943 1720 or Paul.Craft@health.nsw.gov.au if you have any questions about this role.
MLHD is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including Aboriginal People and people from racial, ethnic, or ethno-religious minority groups and people with disability.
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