20+ Psychiatry jobs found

Psychiatry jobs in Tauranga, Bay of Plenty

Q: What subspecialties of psychiatry do you recruit for?

We have Psychiatry jobs across a range of subspecialties including: Consultation-Liaison, General Adult Psychiatry, Child, Adolescent & Youth, Community Psychiatry, Perinatal & Infant Psychiatry, Forensic Psychiatry, Psychogeriatric, Indigenous Mental Health, Rehabilitation Psychiatry, Drug & Alcohol/Addiction, and Intellectual Disability. There are a variety of other jobs related to psychiatry such as: counsellors, psychologists, and psychotherapists.

Q: What qualifications do you need to work as a psychiatrist in Australia and New Zealand?

The great news is psychiatrists can work in Australia or New Zealand. If you are an IMG based in the USA, you will need a Certificate from the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. If you are based in Canada, you have a Fellowship in Psychiatry or a Certificate in Psychiatry from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons Canada. If you are based in the UK/Ireland, you will need the MRCPsych combined with the CCT (or CCST or JCHMT as appropriate). If you are interested in psychiatry jobs in Australia or New Zealand, register, and our dedicated IMG team can guide you on the medical pathway you must take.

Q: Is there a demand for psychiatrists in Australia?

Yes, there's a significant demand for psychiatrists in Australia, especially in regional and remote areas. The country's focus on mental health services has led to an increased need for professionals in this speciality and an increased volume of psychiatrist jobs.

Q: How much does a psychiatrist make in Australia?

In Australia, a psychiatrist's salary varies based on experience and location. On average, they can earn between AUD$200,000 to AUD$400,000+ annually. Experienced psychiatrists or those in private practice might earn higher.

Q: Are psychiatrists in demand in New Zealand?

Yes, psychiatrists are in demand in New Zealand. The country faces a shortage in various medical specialities, including psychiatry. As mental health awareness grows, the need for psychiatrists to treat mental illnesses increases. New Zealand continuously seeks skilled psychiatrists both domestically and internationally.

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Locum

Registrar - Psychiatry

Rotorua, North Island NZ

05 Oct 2026 ~ 08 Jan 2027

Posted 5 days ago

Locum cover is required for: 5 - 6 October 2026 14 - 16 October 2026 19 - 30 October 2026 2 - 6 November 2026 9 - 13 November 2026 16 November - 4 December 2026 7 - 11 December 2026 14 - 18 December 2026 21 - 25 December 2026 28 - 31 December 2026 4 - 8 January 2027 Position Details: Shift times: Day shifts: 0800 - 1700 Weekday on-call: 1600 - 0800 Weekend on-call: 0800 - 0800 Public holiday on-call: 24-hour cover Covering: In-patient/Ward, On-Call, Weekend On-Call, 24-Hour On-Call Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.

$90 per hourBase salary

Locum

Registrar - Psychiatry

Rotorua, North Island NZ

07 Dec 2026 ~ 31 Dec 2026

Posted 5 days ago

Locum cover is required for: 7 - 11 December 2026 14 - 18 December 2026 21 - 24 December 2026 29 - 31 December 2026 Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1700 MHSOP Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.

$90 per hourBase salary

Locum

Registrar - Psychiatry

Rotorua, North Island NZ

01 Oct 2026 ~ 08 Jan 2027

Posted 5 days ago

Locum cover is required for: 1 - 2 October 2026 5 - 9 October 2026 12 - 16 October 2026 19 - 23 October 2026 27 - 30 October 2026 2 - 6 November 2026 9 - 13 November 2026 16 - 20 November 2026 23 - 27 November 2026 30 November - 4 December 2026 7 - 11 December 2026 14 - 18 December 2026 21 - 24 December 2026 29 - 31 December 2026 5 - 8 January 2027 Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1700 Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.

$90 per hourBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Rotorua, North Island NZ

19 Oct 2026 ~ 23 Oct 2026

Posted 20 days ago

Locum cover is required from 19 - 23 October 2026.

Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

$2,080 per dayBase salary

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Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Tauranga, North Island NZ

NOW ~ 31 Dec 2026

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required ASAP - December 2026.

Position Details: Child Team 3 days per week.

Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

$2,080 per dayBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Tauranga, North Island NZ

NOW ~ 25 Sep 2026

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required from 24 August - 25 September 2026.

Position Details: Adolescent Team 4 days per week.

Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

$2,080 per dayBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Tauranga, North Island NZ

NOW ~ 02 Apr 2027

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required for: ASAP - 4 September 2026 2 November 2026 - 2 April 2027 Position Details: Adolescent Team 4 days per week.

Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

$2,080 per dayBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Tauranga, North Island NZ

NOW ~ 04 Dec 2026

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required from 31 August - 4 December 2026.

Position Details: Mental Health Services for Older People Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

$2,080 per dayBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Tauranga, North Island NZ

19 Oct 2026 ~ 29 Jan 2027

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required from 19 October 2026 - 29 January 2027.

Position Details: OST Team | Adult Community and Inpatient 4 days per week.

Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

$2,080 per dayBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Tauranga, North Island NZ

21 Sep 2026 ~ 11 Dec 2026

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required for: 21 September - 2 October 2026 16 November - 11 December 2026 Position Details: North Team Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

$2,080 per dayBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Tauranga, North Island NZ

24 Sep 2026 ~ 25 Sep 2026

Posted 7 months ago

Locum cover is required from 24 - 25 September 2026.

Position Details: Consult Liaison Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.

$2,080 per dayBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Tauranga, North Island NZ

21 Sep 2026 ~ 23 Sep 2026

Posted 7 months ago

Locum cover is required from 21 - 23 September 2026.

Position Details: Home Base Treatment Team Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.

$2,080 per dayBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Tauranga, North Island NZ

NOW ~ 12 Feb 2027

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required for: 17 August - 19 December 2026 1 - 12 February 2027 Position Details: Crisis Team Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

$2,080 per dayBase salary

Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Tauranga, North Island NZ

Available from 28 Sep 2026

Posted a month ago

🌟 Shape the Future of Neurodevelopmental Care in New Zealand Bay Paediatrics is growing and seeking a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist or Paediatrician to join its recognised team of experts in Tauranga.

With a strong focus on ADHD, Autism and neurodevelopmental health, this role combines clinical excellence, flexibility, professional growth, and exceptional lifestyle benefits.

✔ No on-call requirements ✔ Flexible and hybrid working options ✔ Partnership pathway available ✔ Award-winning multidisciplinary team ✔ Beautiful Bay of Plenty location Please note that FTE is open to discussion from part time to full time.

Available on applicationBase salary

Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Rotorua, North Island NZ

Available from 01 Jan 2027

Posted 3 months ago

Consultant Psychiatrist – Public Hospital Setting Location: Rotorua, New Zealand Employment Type: Permanent (1 January 2027 – 31 December 2027) Salary: $200,000 – $350,000 per annum About the Role A fantastic opportunity is available for a Consultant Psychiatrist to join a well-established mental health service in Rotorua.

You will be part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality, patient-centred care across inpatient and/or community settings.

In this role, you will conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments, develop and oversee treatment plans, and provide clinical leadership within the service.

$200,000 ~ $350,000Base salary

Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Tauranga, North Island NZ

Available from 01 Jan 2027

Posted 3 months ago

Consultant Psychiatrist – Public Hospital Setting Location: Tauranga, New Zealand Employment Type: Permanent (1 January 2027 – 31 December 2027) Salary: $200,000 – $350,000 per annum About the Role A rewarding opportunity is available for a Consultant Psychiatrist to join a well-established mental health service in Tauranga.

You will work within a collaborative multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality, patient-centred care across inpatient and/or community settings.

In this role, you will undertake comprehensive psychiatric assessments, develop and oversee treatment plans, and provide clinical leadership within the service.

$200,000 ~ $350,000Base salary

Permanent

Resident Medical Officer - Psychiatry

Tauranga, North Island NZ

Start dates are flexible

Posted 4 months ago

Our client is advertising an opportunity for a Psychiatry SHO to permanently join their team at a public hospital in New Zealand's North Island.

The ideal start date for this position is ASAP.

Position Details: Mental Health Service - Older Persons

Available on applicationBase salary

Locum

Resident Medical Officer - Psychiatry

Tauranga, North Island NZ

NOW ~ 18 Oct 2026

Posted 4 months ago

Locum cover is required from 20 July - 18 October 2026.

Position Details: MHSOP HO Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.

$75 per hourBase salary

Permanent

Registrar - Psychiatry

Tauranga, North Island NZ

Start dates are flexible

Posted 6 months ago

Psychiatry Registrar As per Collective Agreement IMG's Considered Assistance with registration and visas

$90,000 ~ $140,000Base salary

Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Tauranga, North Island NZ

Start dates are flexible

Posted a year ago

Our client is advertising an opportunity for a Consultant Psychiatrist to permanently join their team at a Public Hospital in the North Island of NZ.

The ideal start date for this position is 1 January 2026.

$180,000 ~ $280,000Base salary

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What is the average psychiatrist salary?

The average annual Psychiatrist salary in Australia is $220,000. Psychiatry Registrars and Senior Registrars can expect to earn $85,000 up to $200,000 per year in a permanent role. Psychiatry Specialists earn up to $500,000 – with specialists in private practice earning even higher annual salaries. Locum Consultants are earning up to $3500 a day.

What subspecialties of psychiatry do you recruit for?

What qualifications do you need to work as a psychiatrist in Australia and New Zealand?

Is there a demand for psychiatrists in Australia?

How much does a psychiatrist make in Australia?

Are psychiatrists in demand in New Zealand?