Join our network and help Australasian communities while achieving your lifestyle and career goals. Speak to the experts in addiction psychiatry recruitment with the largest network of jobs in Australia and New Zealand.
Specialist Consultant
Specialist Consultant
Specialist Consultant
Our team have a deep knowledge of the healthcare industry's nuances, long-standing relationships, and a wealth of insights into trends, salary benchmarks, and in-demand skills, offering personalised guidance tailored to your career aspirations.
You will be assigned a dedicated recruitment expert in your field, committed to helping you reach your career and lifestyle goals with personalised service and ongoing placement support.
We have our finger on the pulse when it comes to medical recruitment in Australia. Speak to the experts in medical recruitment with the largest network of jobs including access to exclusive roles.
I will warmly recommend Medrecruit to others. I was very impressed with the team’s professionalism, communication, knowledge, negotiations and helpful attitude.
Locum Consultants can earn fantastic rates with flexible hours and locations across Australia and New Zealand. No matter your future financial goals - locuming is a great way to boost your earnings.
For most placements, your travel and accommodation costs are covered. Many of our Consultant locums even bring their family along for a working holiday.
Search yourself or take advantage of our free career support service and let our team find roles for you. We’re preferred suppliers to hospitals and clinics in Australia and New Zealand, meaning more chance of finding the perfect role.
Addiction medicine psychiatry is a vital specialty within mental health services across Australia and New Zealand. With increasing awareness of substance use disorders and their impact, the demand for specialists in this field is wide-ranging, spanning urban centres to rural communities.
In Australia, addiction psychiatrists typically earn between $150,000 to $300,000 AUD annually, with locum rates reaching up to $3,500 AUD per day for part-time roles. New Zealand offers competitive remuneration, with salaries ranging from $150,000 to $250,000 NZD and locum opportunities paying up to $2,000 NZD per day.
These rates vary based on experience, location, and the type of healthcare facility, but the demand for part-time and full-time addiction psychiatry professionals remains strong, reflecting the growing need for comprehensive mental health services across the region.
Meet our expert Psychiatry team, dedicated to placing doctors in hospitals and clinics across Australasia. With strong ties to healthcare facilities, they ensure you access specialist roles before they reach the market.
What I love about my role: It’s a fulfilling, fast-paced role. I enjoy building strong relationships, and the feeling that you’re making a real difference.
What I love about my role: Working with such a positive team. I love building great connections with both doctors and hospitals.
This depends on where you work – the hospital or clinic chooses how a doctor is paid. This will work one of three ways:
Your recruitment specialist can tell you which method you’ll be paid for each job you undertake.
No, our service is free for doctors! We're paid by hospitals and clinics for our services and are preferred suppliers in several states and areas. Because we have a huge network of doctors, we save clinics and hospitals time (and money) by taking the stress out of the hiring and credentialing process.
Your registration number, a current CV and three references are the essentials of any job application. Other paperwork that's commonly required is:
What you'll need can vary slightly between Australian states and New Zealand. Some states/locations also require you to complete an online training course (eMedical Courses). We're here to help guide you through the requirements, and we'll give you a checklist detailing everything you need.
Known as one of the best medical locum recruitment agencies in Australia and New Zealand, we're preferred suppliers to hospitals and health care practices across Australasia. This means we can get jobs to you before they've reached the market. Our recruiters and dedicated placement teams go the extra mile to deliver exceptional service and be the very best locum agency. Our consultants are experienced, knowledgeable and strong negotiators. They will find the right job for you at the best rate.
Addiction psychiatrists in Australia typically earn between $200,000 and $400,000 AUD annually, depending on experience and job location. Locum roles often provide higher hourly rates for short-term contracts.
Addiction psychiatrists in New Zealand generally earn between $180,000 and $300,000 NZDper year. Senior roles or locum positions may offer additional earning potential.
Yes, addiction psychiatrists are in demand in Australia. Rising rates of substance use disorders and mental health challenges have created significant opportunities for specialists in addiction psychiatry.
Yes, addiction psychiatrists are in demand in New Zealand. With increasing awareness of addiction-related issues, there is a growing need for specialists to provide comprehensive care and treatment.
