Leann Mortimer
Cannon Hill,Australia
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Medical Officer
Metro South AOD and Mental Health Service
Brisbane
08.2020 - Current
- Collaborated across Metro South Hospital and Health Service District Drug and Alcohol Clinics to enhance patient care and support.
- Contributed to Opioid Substitution Program, focusing on patient-centered treatment strategies.
- Led outpatient withdrawal management for alcohol, cannabis, and methylamphetamine, ensuring comprehensive support for patients during recovery.
Senior Medical Officer
Metro North AOD and Mental Health Service
Brisbane
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Participated in the treatment of patients in the Opioid Substitution program.
- Outpatient Alcohol Withdrawal
- Worked in the Inpatient Alcohol and Drug unit (HADS)at Royal Brisbane Hospital
- Worked in the Outpatient Alcohol and Drug Clinic at Biala in Metro North AOD service.
Senior Medical Officer
Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service
Cairns
06.2018 - 12.2019
- Implemented AOD programs in rural and remote services, focusing on withdrawal services and QLD OTP.
Assistant Clinical Director
Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service
Cairns
07.2011 - 06.2018
Senior Medical Officer
Cairns and Hinterland AOD and MHS
Cairns
06.2008 - 06.2011
Psychiatry Training Program
07.2000 - 06.2008
- Rotations at Nambour Hospital, Wolston Park Hospital and Cairns Hospital. terms included General Adult Psychiatry, Child and Youth Psychiatry, Consultation Liaison Psychiatry and Forensic Psychiatry.
Visiting Medical Officer
Cairns District Hospital
Cairns
12.1994 - 07.2000
General practitioner
Cairns, Caloundra
01.1989 - 12.1992
- General Practice with external employment with Breast Medicine and Family Planning clinics.
Registrar and residency positions
Cairns, Gold Coast
01.1989 - 12.1992
- Cairns Hospital and Gold Coast Hospital.
Education
Master of Science - Addiction
University of Adelaide
UK01-2016
MBBS - Medicine
University of QLD
BrisbaneSenior High School Certificate -
Southport High School
Southport, QLDSkills
- Clinical Leadership
- Medical Expertise
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Program Development
- Ethical Compliance
- Devising AOD treatment in Rural and Remote areas
- Advanced understanding of addiction theories and models including biological, psychological, and social perspectives
- Skills in designing and evaluating addiction treatment programs tailored to diverse populations
- Ethical and legal considerations in addiction treatment and healthcare delivery
- Proficiency in research methodologies related to addiction studies, including data analysis and interpretation
- Development of strategies for prevention, harm reduction, and recovery support within clinical and community settings
- Training in multidisciplinary approaches to addiction treatment integrating medical, psychological, and social rehabilitation techniques
- Working with Indigenous communities
Hobbies and Interests
- Flower Arranging
- Cooking
- Motor racing
- Craft
- Book binding
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 04/16/65
Childhood spent in Papua New Guinea
2 Children
Timeline
Senior Medical Officer
Metro South AOD and Mental Health Service
08.2020 - Current
Senior Medical Officer
Metro North AOD and Mental Health Service
01.2020 - 01.2021
Senior Medical Officer
Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service
06.2018 - 12.2019
Assistant Clinical Director
Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service
07.2011 - 06.2018
Senior Medical Officer
Cairns and Hinterland AOD and MHS
06.2008 - 06.2011
Psychiatry Training Program
07.2000 - 06.2008
Visiting Medical Officer
Cairns District Hospital
12.1994 - 07.2000
General practitioner
01.1989 - 12.1992
Registrar and residency positions
01.1989 - 12.1992
Master of Science - Addiction
University of Adelaide
MBBS - Medicine
University of QLD
Senior High School Certificate -
Southport High School