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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

07 Sep 2026 ~ 02 Oct 2026

Posted 15 days ago

Locum cover is required for: 7 - 11 September 2026 | 0830 - 1630 14 - 20 September 2026 | 16000 - 0000 + on call to 0830 | $125/hour ($240 flat rate on call/callbacks) 21 - 24 September 2026 | 0830 - 1630 28 September - 2 October 2026 | 0830 - 1630 Position Details: HMO/Registrar Benefits: Accommodation is included.

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

$115 per hourBase salary

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Registrar - Psychiatry

Cairns North, Queensland AU

NOW ~ 02 Nov 2026

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required ASAP - 2 November 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

Bunbury, Western Australia AU

30 Nov 2026 ~ 24 Dec 2026

Posted 15 days ago

Locum cover is required from 30 November - 24 December 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0830 - 1630 | Monday - Friday Covering: Older Adult Mental Health Benefits: Travel and accommodation included.

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

$2,800 per dayBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Wodonga, Victoria AU

04 Jan 2027 ~ 17 Jul 2027

Posted 15 days ago

Locum cover is required from 4 January - 17 July 2027.

Position Details: Shift times: 0830 - 1700 Monday - Friday | One on call – weeknight 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

Morisset, New South Wales AU

12 Oct 2026 ~ 20 Nov 2026

Posted 15 days ago

Locum cover is required from 12 October - 20 November 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0830 - 1700 | Monday - Friday Consultant/Specialist/VMO Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$2,700 per dayBase salary

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Locum

Registrar - Psychiatry

Traralgon West, Victoria AU

07 Sep 2026 ~ 18 Sep 2026

Posted 15 days ago

Locum cover is required from 7 - 18 September 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0830 - 1630 Benefits: Accommodation is included.

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

$192 per hourBase salary

Locum

Registrar - Psychiatry

Traralgon West, Victoria AU

10 Sep 2026 ~ 11 Sep 2026

Posted 15 days ago

Locum cover is required from 10 - 11 September 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0830 - 1630 Benefits: Accommodation is included.

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

$160 per hourBase salary

Locum

Registrar - Psychiatry

Traralgon West, Victoria AU

14 Sep 2026 ~ 17 Sep 2026

Posted 15 days ago

Locum cover is required from 14 - 17 September 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0830 - 1630 Benefits: Accommodation is included.

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

$160 per hourBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Broken Hill, New South Wales AU

06 Sep 2026 ~ 13 Sep 2026

Posted 15 days ago

Locum cover is required from 6 - 12 September 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 1205 - 1205 Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

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

$3,000 per dayBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Waratah, New South Wales AU

07 Sep 2026 ~ 06 Nov 2026

Posted 16 days ago

Locum cover is required from 7 September - 6 November 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0830 - 1700 | Monday - Friday Consultant/Specialist/VMO Covering: Community days as required.

SPDR training is a requirement of this role.

$2,750 per dayBase salary

Locum

Registrar - Psychiatry

New Town, Tasmania AU

NOW ~ 23 Oct 2026

Posted 21 days ago

Locum cover is required from 2 September - 23 October 2026.

Position Details: Full time day work Career Medical Officer / Registrar Department of Emergency - Psychiatry On call required, which may include weekend work and Public Holidays.

Benefits: Accommodation is included.

$1,200 per dayBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Cudgen, New South Wales AU

NOW ~ 04 Sep 2026

Posted 22 days ago

Locum cover is required from 24 August - 4 September 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1630 Consultant/Staff Specialist/VMO Psychiatry - General Adult | ACS/MHEC On call required.

Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

$2,750 per dayBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Lismore, New South Wales AU

NOW ~ 04 Sep 2026

Posted 22 days ago

Locum cover is required from 24 August - 4 September 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1630 Consultant/Staff Specialist/VMO Benefits: Travel reimbursement and accommodation provided.

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

$2,750 per dayBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Westmead, New South Wales AU

28 Sep 2026 ~ 09 Oct 2026

Posted 22 days ago

Locum cover is required from 28 September - 9 October 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0830 - 0830 Covering: Rehabilitation Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$2,750 per dayBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Mackay, Queensland AU

NOW ~ 28 Feb 2027

Posted 22 days ago

Locum cover is required from 31 August 2026 - 28 February 2027.

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

Resident Medical Officer - Psychiatry

Traralgon West, Victoria AU

14 Sep 2026 ~ 17 Sep 2026

Posted 22 days ago

Locum cover is required from 14 - 17 September 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0830 - 1630 HMO $115/hr | Registrar $125/hr Flynn Ward Benefits: Accommodation is included.

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

$115 per hourBase salary

Locum

Registrar - Psychiatry

Shepparton, Victoria AU

NOW ~ 09 Oct 2026

Posted 22 days ago

Locum cover is required from 24 August - 9 October 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0830 - 1700 Monday - Friday Older Adults Inpatient and Outpatient setting Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

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

$160 per hourBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Woolloongabba, Queensland AU

NOW ~ 26 Feb 2027

Posted 22 days ago

Locum cover is required from 31 August 2026 - 26 February 2027.

Position Details: Shift times: 0830 - 1700 with no on-call, recall and no requirement to work Queensland Public Holidays Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$2,200 per dayBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Tauranga, North Island NZ

NOW ~ 31 Dec 2026

Posted 22 days 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 22 days 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

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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?