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Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Bundaberg, Queensland AU
Start dates are flexible
Posted a year ago
Location: Major regional health service in Queensland Position Type: Permanent Full-Time (part-time negotiable) Classification: Staff Specialist / Senior Staff Specialist Salary: As per state award About the Role We are seeking a skilled Consultant Psychiatrist – General Adult Mental Health to join a multidisciplinary team delivering care across both inpatient and community settings.
This role involves providing comprehensive psychiatric assessment, treatment planning, and ongoing management for adults with acute and complex mental health conditions.
Key responsibilities include: Clinical leadership across inpatient units and community mental health teams Psychiatric assessments, diagnosis, and evidence-based treatment Supervision and mentoring of junior medical staff and registrars Participation in service development, clinical governance, and culturally safe practices Collaboration with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure continuity of care About You FRANZCP or equivalent, with AHPRA specialist registration Experience in general adult psychiatry across acute and community settings Strong leadership, communication, and teaching skills Commitment to recovery-oriented care and cultural safety What We Offer Opportunities for research, teaching, and leadership Flexible work arrangements to support work–life balance Competitive remuneration and generous superannuation Supportive, inclusive workplace culture
$340,220 ~ $528,085Base salary
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Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Caboolture, Queensland AU
Start dates are flexible
Posted a year ago
Location: Major metropolitan mental health service in Queensland Position Type: Permanent Full-Time (part-time hours negotiable) Classification: Staff Specialist / Senior Staff Specialist Salary: As per state award About the Role We are seeking an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist – Forensics to join a specialist forensic mental health team.
This role involves delivering high-quality psychiatric care to individuals involved with the criminal justice system, including those requiring assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation in secure inpatient and community settings.
Key responsibilities include: Conducting comprehensive forensic psychiatric assessments and risk evaluations Developing and implementing treatment plans for patients in secure units and community programs Providing expert advice to courts, correctional facilities, and legal stakeholders Collaborating within multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, evidence-based care Supervising junior medical staff and contributing to education and training Supporting service development, clinical governance, and culturally safe practices About You FRANZCP or equivalent, with experience or advanced training in forensic psychiatry AHPRA specialist registration in psychiatry Strong leadership and communication skills Commitment to recovery-oriented care and cultural safety What We Offer Opportunities for research, teaching, and leadership Flexible work arrangements to support work–life balance Competitive remuneration and generous superannuation Inclusive, supportive workplace culture
$357,998 ~ $447,015Base salary
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Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Caboolture, Queensland AU
Start dates are flexible
Posted a year ago
About the Role We are seeking an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist – Older Persons Mental Health to join a multidisciplinary team providing clinical care, treatment planning, and governance for consumers aged 65 + experiencing mental illness and cognitive disorders.
The role spans inpatient and community settings within a large metropolitan health service.
Key responsibilities include: Comprehensive psychiatric assessments and ongoing management of older adults Clinical leadership and collaboration with GPs, aged care facilities, and internal teams Supervision and education of junior medical staff and registrars Compliance with the Mental Health Act and accurate documentation in electronic systems Preparation of clinical reports and participation in multidisciplinary meetings About You FRANZCP or equivalent, with advanced training or accredited membership in psychiatry of old age AHPRA specialist registration in psychiatry Strong leadership, teaching, and collaborative skills Commitment to recovery-oriented care and cultural safety What They Offer Professional development, teaching, and research opportunities Flexible part-time arrangements to support work–life balance Competitive remuneration and generous superannuation Inclusive, supportive workplace culture
$357,998 ~ $447,015Base salary
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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 – Child & Adolescent Mental Health (CAMHS)  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 dedicated Consultant Psychiatrist to lead and deliver high-quality psychiatric care for children and adolescents across both community-based services and the new Acute Mental Health Inpatient Unit.
$170,655 ~ $230,560Base salary

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Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Queensland AU
Start dates are flexible
Posted 10 months ago
Join a leading private practice specializing in Parkinson’s disease, Tourette’s syndrome, and Essential Tremor, with a strong focus on Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS).
About the Role Permanent/ongoing position only (no locums).
Face-to-face consultations in clinic (no telehealth).
$190,000 ~ $250,000Base salary
Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Caringbah, New South Wales AU
Start dates are flexible
Posted a year ago
Location: Sutherland Hospital, South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD), 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 Sutherland Hospital is seeking a dedicated and experienced Consultant Psychiatrist to join its Adult Acute Mental Health Service in an integrated role spanning inpatient and community care.
This position offers the opportunity to provide comprehensive psychiatric care to adults experiencing acute mental illness, while also contributing to continuity of care across service settings.
Key responsibilities include: Providing psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment in the 28-bed Acute Mental Health Unit Supporting the Mental Health Rehabilitation Unit and Community Mental Health Services as part of an integrated care model 1 Leading multidisciplinary teams and contributing to clinical governance and service development Supervising junior medical staff and psychiatry trainees Promoting trauma-informed, recovery-oriented, and culturally safe care About the Service Sutherland Mental Health Service offers a continuum of care through its inpatient units and community teams.
Available on applicationBase salary
Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Caringbah, New South Wales AU
Start dates are flexible
Posted a year ago
Location: Sutherland Hospital, South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD), 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 Sutherland Hospital is seeking a dedicated and experienced Consultant Psychiatrist to join its Adult Acute Mental Health Service in an integrated role spanning inpatient and community care.
This position offers the opportunity to provide comprehensive psychiatric care to adults experiencing acute mental illness, while also contributing to continuity of care across service settings.
Key responsibilities include: Providing psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment in the 28-bed Acute Mental Health Unit Supporting the Mental Health Rehabilitation Unit and Community Mental Health Services as part of an integrated care model 1 Leading multidisciplinary teams and contributing to clinical governance and service development Supervising junior medical staff and psychiatry trainees Promoting trauma-informed, recovery-oriented, and culturally safe care About the Service Sutherland Mental Health Service offers a continuum of care through its inpatient units and community teams.
$200,000 ~ $400,000Base salary
Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Gosford, New South Wales AU
Start dates are flexible
Posted a year ago
Consultant Psychiatrist – Child and Adolescent Mental Health 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 committed and experienced Child and Adolescent Consultant Psychiatrist to join its multidisciplinary mental health team.
This role focuses on providing specialist psychiatric care to children and young people experiencing moderate to severe mental health challenges, across both community and acute care settings.
Key responsibilities include: Conducting psychiatric assessments and delivering evidence-based treatment for children and adolescents Collaborating with families, schools, and community services to support holistic care Leading multidisciplinary case reviews and care planning Supervising junior medical staff and contributing to education and service development Promoting trauma-informed, developmentally appropriate, and culturally safe practices Why Gosford?
$350,000 ~ $450,000Base salary
Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Hamlyn Terrace, New South Wales AU
Start dates are flexible
Posted a year ago
Consultant Psychiatrist – Child and Adolescent Mental Health Location: Wyong 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 Wyong Hospital is seeking a passionate and experienced Child and Adolescent Consultant Psychiatrist to join its dedicated mental health team.
This role focuses on delivering specialist psychiatric care to children and young people experiencing moderate to severe mental health challenges, in both community and acute settings.
Key responsibilities include: Providing comprehensive psychiatric assessment and treatment for children and adolescents Working collaboratively with families, schools, and community services to support recovery and wellbeing Leading multidisciplinary case discussions and care planning Supervising junior medical staff and contributing to training and service development Promoting trauma-informed, developmentally appropriate, and culturally safe care Why Wyong?
$350,000 ~ $450,000Base salary
Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Hamlyn Terrace, New South Wales AU
Start dates are flexible
Posted a year ago
Consultant Psychiatrist – Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry Location: Wyong 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 Wyong Hospital is seeking an experienced and collaborative Consultant Liaison Psychiatrist to join its expanding mental health team.
This role is central to providing psychiatric expertise across the hospital, supporting patients with complex mental health needs in medical, surgical, and emergency settings.
Key responsibilities include: Delivering high-quality consultation-liaison psychiatry services across inpatient wards and the Emergency Department Collaborating with general medical teams to support integrated, holistic care Providing supervision and mentorship to junior medical staff and trainees Contributing to service development, quality improvement, and culturally safe practices Why Wyong?
$350,000 ~ $450,000Base salary
Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Hamlyn Terrace, New South Wales AU
Start dates are flexible
Posted a year ago
Consultant Psychiatrist – Inpatient Psychiatry Location: Wyong 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 Wyong Hospital is seeking a dedicated and collaborative Consultant Psychiatrist to join its dynamic mental health team.
This role focuses on providing high-quality psychiatric care within the hospital’s Adult Acute Inpatient Mental Health Unit, which supports patients requiring short- to medium-term admission for assessment and treatment.
Key responsibilities include: Delivering comprehensive psychiatric care in a multidisciplinary inpatient setting Supporting clinical decision-making and recovery-oriented care Providing leadership and supervision to junior medical staff and trainees Contributing to service development and integration of culturally safe practices Why Wyong?
$350,000 ~ $450,000Base salary
Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Gosford, New South Wales AU
Start dates are flexible
Posted a year ago
Consultant Psychiatrist – Inpatient 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 skilled and compassionate Consultant Psychiatrist to join its well-established mental health team.
This role is focused on delivering high-quality psychiatric care within the hospital’s Adult Acute Inpatient Mental Health Unit, supporting patients through short- to medium-term admissions for assessment, treatment, and recovery.
Key responsibilities include: Providing psychiatric care in a multidisciplinary inpatient setting Supporting clinical decision-making and recovery-oriented treatment plans Supervising junior medical staff and contributing to teaching and training Participating in service development and promoting culturally safe practices Why Gosford?
$350,000 ~ $450,000Base salary
Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Westmead, New South Wales AU
Start dates are flexible
Posted a year ago
Our client is advertising an opportunity for a psychiatrists to permanently join their team at a Public Hospital in NSW.
The ideal start date for this position is 2 March 2026.
Consultant Psychiatrist – Child & Adolescent Mental Health (CAMHS)  Location: Cumberland Hospital, Westmead, 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  Cumberland Hospital, part of the Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD), is seeking a dedicated and experienced Consultant Psychiatrist to join its Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS).
Available on applicationBase salary
Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Westmead, New South Wales AU
Start dates are flexible
Posted a year ago
Director – Acute Mental Health Services Location: Cumberland Hospital, Westmead, 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    Cumberland Hospital, part of the Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD), is seeking an experienced and visionary Director of Acute Mental Health Services to lead its acute psychiatric units.
This role is pivotal in delivering high-quality, trauma-informed care and driving innovation across inpatient and emergency mental health services.
You will: Provide strategic and clinical leadership across acute mental health units, including Hainsworth and other adult inpatient wards.
Available on applicationBase salary
Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Westmead, New South Wales AU
Start dates are flexible
Posted a year ago
Consultant Psychiatrist – Adult Rehabilitation Psychiatry Location: Cumberland Hospital, Westmead, 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  Cumberland Hospital, part of the Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD), is seeking a dedicated Consultant Psychiatrist to join its Adult Rehabilitation Psychiatry team.
This role focuses on providing long-term, recovery-oriented psychiatric care to adults with severe and persistent mental illness, supporting their transition back into the community.
You will:  Deliver comprehensive psychiatric assessments, treatment planning, and rehabilitation-focused care.
Available on applicationBase salary
Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Penrith, New South Wales AU
Start dates are flexible
Posted a year ago
Consultant Psychiatrist – Youth and Family Mental Health Location: Nepean Hospital, Nepean Blue Mountains LHD, NSW, Australia Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time (part-time negotiable) Salary: Competitive (NSW Health Staff Specialist Award), with relocation and visa support About the Role Nepean Hospital seeks Consultant Psychiatrists to join the Child, Youth and Family Mental Health (CYF-MH) stream.
Positions are based in the Nepean Adolescent Mental Health Unit (NAMHU), a purpose-built facility for youth aged 12–17.
Key Responsibilities: • Psychiatric assessment and treatment for youth with complex needs • Inclusive, trauma-informed support for families and care networks • Leadership in clinical decision-making and service development • Registrar supervision and medical student education • Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, including lived experience and Aboriginal staff About the Service NAMHU is a 10-bed inpatient unit co-located with Nepean Mental Health Centre.
$350,000 ~ $450,000Base salary
Permanent

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
Permanent

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
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