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Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Penrith, New South Wales AU
Start dates are flexible
Posted a year ago
Consultant Psychiatrist – Triage and Assessment Centre Location: Nepean Hospital, Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD), NSW, Australia Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time (part-time hours negotiable) Salary: Competitive (aligned with NSW Health Staff Specialist Award), with relocation assistance and visa sponsorship available About the Role Nepean Hospital seeks a dynamic Consultant Psychiatrist to join its Triage and Assessment Centre (TAC), a purpose-built facility offering 24/7 emergency mental health care as an alternative to ED presentations.
Key responsibilities: • Psychiatric assessment and brief interventions for individuals in crisis • Supporting the Safe Assessment Unit (SAU) in the Emergency Department • Collaborating with nurses, peer workers, and allied health professionals • Contributing to service development, governance, and culturally safe practices • Supervising junior staff and participating in education and training About the TAC Located in Building G at Nepean Hospital, TAC is a walk-in emergency diversion facility offering timely, person-centred care.
Staffed by clinicians and peer workers, it also provides telehealth access.
$350,000 ~ $450,000Base salary
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Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Penrith, New South Wales AU
Start dates are flexible
Posted a year ago
Clinical Lead – Consultant Psychiatrist, Older Persons Mental Health Location: Nepean Hospital, Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD), NSW, Australia Employment Type: Full-Time or negotiable part-time Salary: Competitive (NSW Health Award), with relocation and visa support About the Role Nepean Hospital is seeking a senior Consultant Psychiatrist to lead its Older Persons Mental Health Unit.
This position combines direct clinical care with strategic leadership, supporting inpatient and community services for older adults with complex conditions.
Key responsibilities include: • Providing psychiatric care to older adults in inpatient and community settings • Leading governance, service development, and quality improvement • Mentoring junior medical staff • Working with teams to deliver person-centred, culturally safe care • Aligning care with NBMLHD’s strategic vision About the Service Nepean Hospital’s Older Persons Mental Health Unit is part of a mental health centre including PECC, Acute Unit, and HDU.
$350,000 ~ $450,000Base salary
Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Gosford, New South Wales AU
Start dates are flexible
Posted a year ago
Consultant Psychiatrist – Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry Location: Gosford Hospital, Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD), NSW, Australia Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time (part-time hours negotiable) Salary: Competitive (aligned with NSW Health Staff Specialist Award), with relocation assistance and visa sponsorship available About the Role Gosford Hospital is seeking a dedicated and experienced Consultant Liaison Psychiatrist to join its multidisciplinary mental health team.
This role is pivotal in delivering psychiatric care to patients across the hospital, including the Emergency Department, medical, and surgical wards.
Key responsibilities include: Providing expert psychiatric consultation and liaison services across inpatient and emergency settings Collaborating with general medical teams to support integrated, person-centred care Supervising and mentoring junior medical staff and psychiatry trainees Contributing to service development, quality improvement initiatives, and culturally safe practices Why Gosford?
$350,000 ~ $450,000Base salary

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Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Lismore, New South Wales AU
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 NSW.
The ideal start date for this position is 2 March 2026.
Position details and benefits: Consultant Psychiatrist – Acute Care Services (ACS) & Mental Health Emergency Care (MHEC)  Location: Lismore Base Hospital, Northern NSW Local Health District  Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time (part-time hours can be negotiated)  Salary: Competitive (aligned with NSW Health Staff Specialist Award), with relocation assistance and visa sponsorship available    About the Role  Lismore Base Hospital is seeking a dynamic and experienced Consultant Psychiatrist to work across both Acute Care Services (ACS) and the Mental Health Emergency Care (MHEC) team.
$170,655 ~ $230,560Base salary
Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Broken Hill, New South Wales AU
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 NSW.
The ideal start date for this position is 2 March 2026.
Position details and benefits: Consultant Psychiatrist – Adult Inpatient, Consult-Liaison & Community Mental Health  Location: Broken Hill Hospital, Far West Local Health District (FWLHD), NSW, Australia  Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time (part-time hours can be negotiated)  Salary: Competitive (aligned with NSW Health Staff Specialist Award), with relocation assistance and visa sponsorship available  About the Role  Broken Hill Hospital is seeking a versatile and committed Consultant Psychiatrist to join its expanding mental health team.
$170,655 ~ $230,560Base salary
Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Cudgen, New South Wales AU
Start dates are flexible
Posted a year ago
Consultant Psychiatrist – Acute Care Services (ACS) & Mental Health Emergency Care (MHEC) Location: Tweed Valley Hospital, Tweed Heads, Northern NSW, Australia  Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time   Salary: Competitive (aligned with NSW Health Staff Specialist Award), with relocation assistance and visa sponsorship available  About the Role  Tweed Valley Hospital is seeking a skilled and compassionate Consultant Psychiatrist to join in two teams; Acute Care Services (ACS) & Mental Health Emergency Care (MHEC).
Why Tweed?
Tweed Heads is a unique coastal town straddling the NSW-Queensland border, offering a lifestyle that feels like a perpetual holiday  Lifestyle highlights:  Beaches, rivers, and hinterland: Perfect for surfing, kayaking, hiking, and nature lovers.
$200,000 ~ $400,000Base salary
Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Lismore, New South Wales AU
Start dates are flexible
Posted a year ago
Consultant Psychiatrist – Community Mental Health  Location: Lismore, Northern NSW, Australia  Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time   Salary: Competitive (aligned with NSW Health Staff Specialist Award), with relocation assistance and visa sponsorship available  About the Role  The Northern NSW Local Health District is seeking a passionate and experienced Consultant Psychiatrist to join the Community Treatment Team based in Lismore.
This role focuses on delivering high-quality psychiatric care to adults in the community, working within a multidisciplinary framework to support recovery and continuity of care.
Why Lismore?
$200,000 ~ $400,000Base salary
Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Coffs Harbour, New South Wales AU
Start dates are flexible
Posted a year ago
Location: Coffs Harbour, NSW, Australia  Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time (part time hours can be negotiated) Start date: Negotiable Salary: Competitive (aligned with NSW Health Staff Specialist Award), with relocation assistance and visa sponsorship available    About the Role  Mid North Coast Local Health District is seeking a committed and experienced Consultant Psychiatrist to join the Acute Inpatient Unit at Coffs Harbour Health Campus.
This role involves providing comprehensive psychiatric care to patients in an acute setting, working closely with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, effective, and person-centred treatment.
International candidates are welcome to apply.
$200,000 ~ $400,000Base salary
Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Warrawong, New South Wales AU
Start dates are flexible
Posted a year ago
Consultant Psychiatrist – Inpatient Mental Health Unit  Location: Illawarra and Shoalhaven, NSW, Australia  Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time (part-time hours can be negotiated)  Start Date: Negotiable  Salary: Competitive (aligned with NSW Health Staff Specialist Award), with relocation assistance and visa sponsorship available  About the Role  Illawarra and Shoalhaven Local Health District is seeking an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist to join the Inpatient Mental Health Unit, providing acute psychiatric care in a hospital setting.
The role involves working within a multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, evidence-based treatment and support recovery.
International candidates are welcome to apply.
$200,000 ~ $400,000Base salary
Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Warrawong, New South Wales AU
Start dates are flexible
Posted a year ago
Consultant Psychiatrist – Community Mental Health  Location: Illawarra and Shoalhaven, NSW, Australia  Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time (part-time hours can be negotiated)  Start Date: Negotiable  Salary: Competitive (aligned with NSW Health Staff Specialist Award), with relocation assistance and visa sponsorship available  About the Role  Illawarra and Shoalhaven Local Health District is seeking a dedicated Consultant Psychiatrist to join the Community Mental Health Team, providing recovery-oriented care to adults living in the community.
The role involves working within a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, person-centred psychiatric services.
International candidates are welcome to apply.
$200,000 ~ $400,000Base salary
Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Warrawong, New South Wales AU
Start dates are flexible
Posted a year ago
Consultant Psychiatrist – Child and Adolescent Mental Health  Location: Illawarra and Shoalhaven, NSW, Australia  Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time (part-time hours can be negotiated)  Start Date: Negotiable  Salary: Competitive (aligned with NSW Health Staff Specialist Award), with relocation assistance and visa sponsorship available  About the Role  We are seeking a passionate Consultant Psychiatrist to join the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) within the Illawarra and Shoalhaven Local Health District.
This role focuses on providing specialist psychiatric care to children and young people, working collaboratively with families, schools, and community services.
International candidates are welcome to apply.
$200,000 ~ $400,000Base salary
Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Waratah, New South Wales AU
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 NSW.
Position Details: Consultant Psychiatrist – Adult Inpatient & Community Mental Health  Location: Newcastle Mental Health Service, Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD), NSW, Australia  Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time   Salary: Competitive (aligned with NSW Health Staff Specialist Award), with relocation assistance and visa sponsorship available  About the Role  Newcastle Mental Health Services are seeking a dedicated and experienced Consultant Psychiatrist to join their dynamic Adult Mental Health team.
This role involves providing high-quality, evidence-based psychiatric care across both inpatient units and community mental health services within the Hunter New England Local Health District.
Available on applicationBase salary
Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Taree, New South Wales AU
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 NSW.
Position Details: Consultant Psychiatrist – Adult Inpatient & Community Mental Health Location: Manning Hospital, Taree, Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) NSW, Australia Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time Salary: Competitive (aligned with NSW Health Staff Specialist Award), with relocation assistance and visa sponsorship available About the Role Manning Hospital, part of the Hunter New England Local Health District, is seeking a committed and compassionate Consultant Psychiatrist to join its Adult Mental Health team.
This role spans both inpatient care and community mental health services, offering a diverse and rewarding clinical experience.
Available on applicationBase salary
Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Wodonga, Victoria AU
Start dates are flexible
Posted a year ago
Consultant Psychiatrist – Inpatient Mental Health Location: Albury Wodonga, NSW/VIC Border Region, Australia Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time (part-time hours negotiable) Start Date: Negotiable Salary: Competitive (aligned with relevant State Health Staff Specialist Award), with relocation assistance and visa sponsorship available About the Role Albury Wodonga Health is seeking a dedicated and experienced Consultant Psychiatrist to join our Inpatient Mental Health Unit.
This role involves providing comprehensive psychiatric care to adult inpatients, working within a multidisciplinary team to support recovery and continuity of care.
You’ll be part of a dynamic and supportive environment, contributing to clinical leadership, supervision, and service development.
$200,000 ~ $400,000Base salary
Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Auckland, North Island NZ
Start dates are flexible
Posted a year ago
Our client is advertising an opportunity for a Psychiatry consultant to permanently join their team at a public hospital in the North Island of NZ.
The ideal start date for this position is 1 November 2025.
$260,000 ~ $300,000Base 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
Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

New Plymouth, 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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Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Dunedin, South Island NZ
NOW ~ 10 Oct 2026
Posted a year ago
Locum cover is required from 10 July - 10 October 2026.
Position Details: Covering: Outpatients  0.6FTE Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.
$2,000 per dayBase salary
Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Frenches Forest, New South Wales AU
Start dates are flexible
Posted a year ago
Our client is advertising an opportunity for a Psychiatrist - Community Mental Health to permanently join their team at a public hospital in NSW.
The ideal start date for this position is 1 June 2026.
$200,000 ~ $400,000Base salary
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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.