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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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Resident Medical Officer - Psychiatry

Traralgon West, Victoria AU

10 Sep 2026 ~ 25 Sep 2026

Posted 7 days ago

Locum cover is required for: 10 - 11 September 2026 14 - 18 September2026 21 - 25 September 2026 Position Details: Shift times: 0830 - 1630 Covering: Community Mental health Rates: HMO $115 per hour or Registrar $160 per hour Benefits: Accommodation is included.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$115 per hourBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Cairns North, Queensland AU

14 Sep 2026 ~ 02 Oct 2026

Posted 6 days ago

Locum cover is required for: 14 September - 2 October 2026 2 November - 18 December 2026 Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1630 No on call, nights and weekends required.

Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$2,300 per dayBase salary

Locum

Registrar - Psychiatry

Daw Park, South Australia AU

14 Sep 2026 ~ 02 Oct 2026

Posted 6 days ago

Locum cover is required from 14 September - 2 October 2026.

Position details: Shift times: 0845 - 1645 No on-call or overtime Covering: Older Persons Mental Heath Services Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$183 per hourBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Wodonga, Victoria AU

07 Sep 2026 ~ 31 Jan 2027

Posted 6 days ago

Locum cover is required from 7 September 2026 - 31 January 2027.

Position Details: Shift times: 0830 - 1700 Monday to Friday On call – once every two weeks and one weekend per month CCT, Rehab and Recovery Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$2,500 per dayBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Adelaide, South Australia AU

06 Oct 2026 ~ 09 Oct 2026

Posted 9 days ago

Locum cover is required from 6 - 9 October 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0830 - 1700 Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$2,500 per dayBase salary

Locum

Registrar - Psychiatry

Cairns North, Queensland AU

NOW ~ 31 Jan 2027

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required from ASAP - 31 January 2027.

Position Details: PHO Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$1,034 per dayBase salary

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Registrar - Psychiatry

Bentley, Western Australia AU

NOW ~ 04 Sep 2026

Posted 6 days ago

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

Position Details: Shift times: Standard hours | Monday - Friday Daily rate: $160 - $200 per hour, based on experience Benefits: Return Flight.

Accommodation and car allowance.

$160 per hourBase salary

Locum

Registrar - Psychiatry

Caboolture, Queensland AU

07 Sep 2026 ~ 31 Jan 2027

Posted 2 months ago

Locum cover is required from ASAP - 31 January 2027.

Position Details: Principal House Officer – Psychiatry Reliever Full time (on call and weekends may be required) Rate is depending on experience Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$1,104 per dayBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

New Town, Tasmania AU

26 Oct 2026 ~ 13 Nov 2026

Posted 6 days ago

Locum cover is required from 26 October - 13 November 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: Full-time day work On-call may be required Covering: Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services Benefits: Travel and accommodation are included.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$2,500 per dayBase salary

Locum

Registrar - Psychiatry

Pialba, Queensland AU

NOW ~ 20 Sep 2026

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required ASAP - 20 September 2026.

Position Details: PHO Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$1,034 per dayBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Albury, New South Wales AU

NOW ~ 07 Dec 2026

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required for: 25 - 27 September 2026 3 - 4 October 2026 17 - 18 October 2026 24 - 25 October 2026 7 - 8 November 2026 14 - 15 November 2026 5 - 6 December 2026 Position Details: Shift times: 0830 - 0830 Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$2,500 per dayBase salary

Locum

Registrar - Psychiatry

Lismore, New South Wales AU

07 Sep 2026 ~ 25 Sep 2026

Posted 6 days ago

Locum cover is required from 7 - 25 September 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1630 On call required.

Covering: Community Treatment Team.

$145 per hourBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Cairns North, Queensland AU

NOW ~ 02 Oct 2026

Posted 7 days ago

Locum cover is required from 31 August - 2 October 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1630 | Monday - Friday No on call, nights and weekends required.

Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

$2,300 per dayBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Cairns North, Queensland AU

NOW ~ 18 Dec 2026

Posted 3 months ago

Locum cover is required ASAP - 18 December 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1630 No on call, nights and weekends required.

Covering: Addictions and Other Drugs Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

$2,300 per dayBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Cairns North, Queensland AU

NOW ~ 02 Oct 2026

Posted 3 months ago

Locum cover is required from ASAP - 2 October 2026 Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1630 No on call, nights and weekends required.

Covering: ED and Consultation Liaison Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$2,300 per dayBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Cairns North, Queensland AU

NOW ~ 13 Sep 2026

Posted 7 days ago

Locum cover is required from 31 August - 13 September 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1630 | Monday - Friday No on call, nights and weekends required.

Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

$2,300 per dayBase salary

Locum

Registrar - Psychiatry

Port Macquarie, New South Wales AU

28 Sep 2026 ~ 30 Oct 2026

Posted 7 days ago

Locum cover is required from 28 September - 30 October 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1630 Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$170 per hourBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Cairns North, Queensland AU

NOW ~ 13 Nov 2026

Posted 7 days ago

Locum cover is required for: ASAP - 2 October 2026 19 October - 13 November 2026 Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1630 | Monday - Friday No on call, nights and weekends required.

Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$2,300 per dayBase salary

Locum

Registrar - Psychiatry

Wellington, North Island NZ

NOW ~ 04 Sep 2026

Posted 7 days ago

Locum cover is required ASAP - 4 September 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1600 - No afterhours Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.

$90 per hourBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Pialba, Queensland AU

28 Sep 2026 ~ 02 Oct 2026

Posted 7 days ago

Locum cover is required from 28 September - 2 October 2026.

Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$2,300 per dayBase 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?