Unit Director - Eating Disorders

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About the Role 

Monash Health is seeking an experienced and passionate Psychiatrist to lead our Eating Disorders Unit as Unit Director within the Mental Health Program. This is an exciting opportunity to provide clinical, professional, and academic leadership while shaping the future of eating disorder services within Victoria’s largest health service. This role may also include an adjunct appointment with Monash University’s Department of Psychiatry with the level depending on qualifications. The successful candidate will contribute to teaching and research ensuring Monash Health remains a learning institution that delivers exemplary patient care. Reporting to the Service Director, the Unit Director is responsible for the clinical governance, leadership, and strategic direction of Eating Disorders services. This includes: 

• Inpatient services at Dandenong 

• Day Program services 

• Community outpatient services 

Working collaboratively with senior leaders, the Unit Director will drive innovation, service improvement, and workforce development to ensure the highest quality of patient care. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide clinical leadership and ensure a consultant-led model of care. 

• Lead by example with active involvement in patient care. 

• Support and develop teaching, research, education, and training programs. 

• Oversee clinical governance and contribute to service development. 

• Ensure high-quality, multidisciplinary teamwork within the Eating Disorders service. 

• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to enhance patient care and workforce capacity. 

• Manage financial responsibilities within the allocated budget and contribute to cost-effective service delivery. 

About You 

To be successful in this role, you will be a senior Psychiatrist with demonstrated leadership experience in eating disorders or mental health services. You will have a strong academic background, a commitment to teaching and research, and the ability to drive service innovation and improvement. 

Essential Criteria:

• Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (FRANZCP) 

• Specialist registration with AHPRA 

• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Consultant Psychiatrist 

• Demonstrated leadership experience in a mental health setting 

• Strong commitment to education, training, and research 

• Working with Children Check 

Desirable Criteria:

• A higher research degree (PhD) or equivalent research achievements 

• Experience in service development and quality improvement 

Why Join Monash Health? 

• Largest public health service in Victoria, providing care across the entire lifespan 

• Strong affiliation with Monash University, offering unique academic and research opportunities 

• Supportive leadership team committed to professional development and service excellence 

• Diverse and inclusive work environment that values collaboration and innovation 

For further details, please contact: 

• Professor Megan Galbally via email at Megan.Galbally@monashhealth.org 
• Dr Miguel Fernandez via email at Miguel.Fernandez@monashhealth.org 

Position Description can be found here

We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards. At Monash Health we are relentless in our pursuit of excellence and work to our six guiding principles and our five ICare values.

How to Apply

Applications are accepted via the Monash Health online EHub system. For information including how to apply and probity check requirements, please click here for the ‘Application Guide’ 

Applications will be screened upon receipt and selection activity may commence prior to the closing date. 

The successful candidate must complete the Credentialing and Scope of Practice process before appointment and commencement. 

If you are a visionary leader with a passion for clinical excellence, research, and education, we encourage you to apply and help shape the future of Eating Disorders care at Monash Health. 

Apply now and be part of a team dedicated to making a difference. 

Applications close on 20th February, 2025.