Addiction Medicine/Addiction Psychiatry Consultant

• Location: New Footscray Hospital

• Employment Type: Full-Time or Part-Time available (A total of 1.1 permanent FTE is available; this will be shared between successful applicants)
• Salary: HN15-59 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

About the role 

This is an opportunity for dynamic Addiction Psychiatrists and Addiction Medicine Specialists to join the Addiction Medicine team at Western Health.

The Specialist Addiction Services of Western Health offer innovative and diverse programs including Dual Diagnosis Services, Residential Services, Custodial Programs, Specialist Outpatient Programs, Youth & Family Services and Hospital Inpatient Addiction Medicine Services. We provide specialist services for patient groups marked by significant trauma and marginalisation, and a broad range of co-existing and complex needs.  Addiction Medicine and Psychiatry consultants support patients and staff across these programs by providing expert clinical care and clinical direction.

The successful applicants will join Victoria's largest Addiction Medicine team of eight consultants, eight registrars, three HMOs and six nurse practitioners.

Consultants are currently being recruited for roles focussed on New Footscray Hospital, including the Mental Health/AOD Hub in the emergency department; but will also support other programs.

Key responsibilities: 

This position requires an appropriately qualified and clinically experienced Consultant in Addiction Medicine or Addiction Psychiatry. The position will include the following responsibilities:

1. Addiction Specialist clinical care to consumers of Drug Health Services and Western Health.

1. Clinical leadership and clinical governance to clinical programs of Drug Health Services and Western Health.

1. Work closely with Director of Drug Health Services, Head of Unit for Addiction Medicine, and Program Managers to plan and co-ordinate services to ensure that the goals of the Best Care Framework are achieved.

1. Junior Medical Staff Supervision and support Specialist Training
2. Contribution to evaluation, improvement and research initiatives.

About you: 

To be successful in this role, you will:

• Have recognised qualifications as a Consultant Psychiatrist (FRANZCP, Advanced Certificate in Addiction Psychiatry preferred) or Addiction Medicine (FAChAM).
• Have well-developed professional communication and interpersonal skills, and a demonstrated commitment to professional development of yourself and others.
• Demonstrate a commitment to patient safety, quality improvement, and delivery of evidence-based best care is essential. You contribute to a positive organisational culture and role model professionalism with respect to patient dignity and compassion, effective communication, and ethical clinical care.
• Have experience in and enjoy teaching and supervision of Junior Medical Staff, Medical Students and the broader team.
• Be involved in service evaluation and audits and will be encouraged to be involved in research activities.

Position Description

About Western Health 

Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne’s western suburbs.

With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centred care across every life stage.

We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach services to aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties include oncology, renal, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology.

We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia’s most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges.

Western Health operates four acute public hospitals: Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s), Footscray Hospital, Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women’s prison located in Ravenhall.

Why join us?

Compensation and benefits

• Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.
• Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.
• Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.

Learning and development opportunities

• Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways.
• Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.
• Mentorship and career support.

Community impact and inclusion

• Make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through compassionate care.
• Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.
• Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.

Organisational culture and environment

• Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
• Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.

Ready to make an impact? 

If you’re passionate about contribution to a dynamic team, compassionate care and innovation, we’d love to hear from you. Simply click on the “apply” button and follow the prompts.

If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.  

Closing date: 11:59pm on 17 November 2025.

Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact:

Name: Jon Cook

Title: Head of Unit – Addiction Medicine

Email: Jon.Cook@wh.org.au

Phone: (03) 8345 8862

Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).

Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.