Medrecruit partners with NSW Health to address Psychiatrist workforce needs

Medrecruit has partnered with New South Wales Health to provide Consultant Psychiatrists across the state. This collaboration is a significant step toward strengthening mental health services and ensuring access to high-quality psychiatric care throughout NSW.

These opportunities are open to Consultant Psychiatrists from New Zealand, the United Kingdom and Australia. As Australasia’s largest medical recruitment agency, we support hundreds of international medical graduates (IMGs) relocating to Australia and New Zealand every year as well as New Zealand-based doctors seeking cross-Tasman opportunities.

What's the Opportunity?

Right now, Consultant Psychiatrists are in high demand across New South Wales, with dozens of exclusive roles spanning inpatient, community, forensic, child and adolescent, adult and older person psychiatry. These are positions that offer a chance to shape evolving mental health services in a range of locations – from major hospitals to regional hubs – and provide real impact where it’s most needed.

After a period of pay negotiations, staffing challenges, and pandemic-related disruptions, the sector is entering a phase of renewed stability and investment. Many teams are rebuilding and investing in long-term capability. For incoming psychiatrists, this presents a rare chance to contribute meaningfully while enjoying job security in some of the most desirable locations in Australia, including:

Greater Sydney Area
Blue Mountains / Nepean
Newcastle and the Hunter Region
Central Coast
Port Macquarie
Coff’s Harbour

These roles are highly sought after and available for a limited time. Whether you're seeking a permanent relocation or exploring a long-term sabbatical-style move, now is an ideal time to consider NSW.

Benefits for Candidates

As Australasia’s largest medical recruitment agency, we are uniquely positioned to support your transition. Consultant Psychiatrists who join NSW Health through Medrecruit will benefit from:

Faster Registration:

Fast-tracked registration for UK Consultants through new expedited pathway
Streamlined AHPRA registration processfor NZ Consultants Financial Rewards:
Competitive salaries with Rural Health Workforce incentives and retention bonuses
Higher earning potential than many NHS or NZ roles
Salary packaging, additional call rates, and relocation reimbursements.
Visa sponsorship and financial relocation reimbursements. Lifestyle and Career Flexibility:
Live and work in vibrant metro centres or explore quieter lifestyle towns near coastlines, mountains, and wine regions.
Flexible options for permanent or long-term locum
Opportunities for academic, teaching, and research roles. Free, End-to-End Support:
Comprehensive assistance from our expert team: paperwork, registration, visas, job matching, logistics, and more.
Success guarantee: 95% of doctors we present secure the job.
18+ years of experience in medical recruitment in Australasia.

Relocation for UK Consultant Psychiatrists

If you’re a UK-trained psychiatrist, there’s never been a better time to explore Australia. With the launch of the new expedited specialist pathway earlier this year, UK-trained psychiatrists now have a faster route to medical registration in Australia.

You’re eligible for fast-track registration if you:

Hold Membership of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych)
Have a UK Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) awarded under any RCPsych curriculum from August 2007 onwards
Completed a GMC- or PMETB-approved specialty training program. With this pathway you can:
Bypass the typical Australian specialist college assessment and secure AHPRA specialist registration faster - often within a few months
Note: Other candidates holding UK qualifications issued prior to 2007 may also be given consideration, so please get in touch to discuss your eligibility.

Medrecruit is here to guide you through every step, from preparing your documentation, securing visas and the right role, getting here and more – making your transition as smooth and efficient as possible.

Looking for better work-life balance, warmer weather, or a new professional challenge? We’re here to help make it happen, register today.

Relocation for NZ Consultant Psychiatrists

New Zealand-trained psychiatrists are in strong demand across New South Wales due to the close alignment between NZ and Australian training standards.

The process is simple:

NZ psychiatrists can access streamlined AHPRA registration, usually completed in 8-12 weeks
AHPRA’s online application system makes it easy to enter your information and upload your documents with less needed than before
Medrecruit manages your application, contacts AHPRA on your behalf, and supports you through every step Why are Kiwi doctors making the move?
Broaden your scope and gain access to new clinical settings and models of care
Earn significantly more, especially in rural or regional placements with attractive incentives
Ideal for psychiatrists searching for a lifestyle shift
Enjoy the flexibility of permanent or long-term locum roles

If you're ready for a new challenge or just curious about what a move could look like, we can help you assess your options – with no obligation.

Ready to make the move?

This is a pivotal moment for Consultant Psychiatrists considering a move to Australia. With the support of Medrecruit and the backing of NSW Health, you can step into a role that’s professionally rewarding and personally fulfilling.

Whether you’re from the UK, New Zealand or nearby in Australia, we’re here to support your next step.