Specialist Consultant
Psychiatry
- Wollongong, New South Wales AU
- Locum
- $3,300 per day
- 20 Jan 2025 ~ 01 Apr 2025
Join our network and help Australasian communities while achieving your lifestyle and career goals. Speak to the experts in old age 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.
It's a pleasure to work with Medrecruit and I'm hoping to work with them on long-term basis.
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.
Old age psychiatry is a growing field addressing the unique mental health problems and cognitive impairments associated with the ageing process. Specialists in this area work closely with general practitioners, families, and carers to provide person-centred assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for individuals aged 65 years and older. With increasing demand for health services for older people, psychiatrists focusing on mental illness in older people are highly sought after across Australia and New Zealand.
In Australia, old age psychiatrists earn competitive annual salaries, typically ranging between $150,000 and $300,000 AUD, with locum positions offering up to $3,500 AUD per day. Meanwhile, in New Zealand, salaries range from $150,000 to $250,000 NZD annually, with locum rates reaching up to $2,000 NZD per day. These figures vary based on experience, geographical location, and the type of healthcare facility.
As the population continues to age, there is a rising need for mental health services for older individuals, with psychiatrists playing a critical role in managing both mental and physical health issues. Opportunities abound for those committed to enhancing the quality of life for older persons through expert mental health care.
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.
Old age psychiatrists in Australia typically earn between $200,000 and $400,000 AUD annually, depending on experience and location. Locum opportunities may provide higher pay for short-term assignments.
Old age psychiatrists in New Zealand generally earn between $180,000 and $300,000 NZD per year. Senior or locum positions often offer increased earning potential.
Yes, old age psychiatrists are in demand in Australia. The country's ageing demographic has created a heightened need for expertise in geriatric mental health care.
Yes, old age psychiatrists are in demand in New Zealand. With an ageing population and increased focus on mental health care for older adults, there is a growing need for specialists in this field.