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Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

New Plymouth, North Island NZ
Available from 01 Jan 2027
Posted 2 months ago
Consultant Psychiatrist – Public Hospital Setting Location: Taranaki, New Zealand Employment Type: Permanent (1 January 2027 – 31 December 2027) Salary: $200,000 – $350,000 per annum About the Role An exciting opportunity is available for a Consultant Psychiatrist to join a well-established mental health service in Taranaki.
You will work within a collaborative multidisciplinary team, providing 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

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Rotorua, North Island NZ
Available from 01 Jan 2027
Posted 2 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 2 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

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Whangarei, North Island NZ
Available from 01 Jan 2027
Posted 2 months ago
Consultant Psychiatrist – Public Hospital Setting Location: Whangārei, New Zealand Employment Type: Permanent (1 January 2027 – 31 December 2027) Salary: $200,000 – $350,000 per annum About the Role An excellent opportunity is available for a Consultant Psychiatrist to join a well-established mental health service in Whangārei.
You will work within a collaborative multidisciplinary team providing high-quality psychiatric care across inpatient and/or community settings.
Key responsibilities include conducting comprehensive mental health assessments, developing and overseeing treatment plans, and contributing to clinical leadership within the service.
$200,000 ~ $350,000Base salary
Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Christchurch, South Island NZ
Available from 01 Jan 2027
Posted 2 months ago
Consultant Psychiatrist – Public Hospital Setting Location: Christchurch, 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 Christchurch.
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

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Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Nelson, South Island NZ
Available from 01 Jan 2027
Posted 2 months ago
Consultant Psychiatrist – Public Hospital Setting Location: Nelson, New Zealand Employment Type: Permanent (1 January 2027 – 31 December 2027) Salary: $200,000 – $350,000 per annum About the Role An excellent opportunity is available for a Consultant Psychiatrist to join a well-established mental health service in Nelson.
You will be part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team providing 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

Gisborne, North Island NZ
Available from 01 Jan 2027
Posted 2 months ago
Consultant Psychiatrist – Public Hospital Setting Location: Gisborne, 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 Gisborne.
You will be part of a supportive 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
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Campbelltown, New South Wales AU
NOW ~ 16 Nov 2026
Posted 3 months ago
Locum cover is required from 17 August - 12 November 2026.
Position Details: Shift times: 0830 - 1700 Covering: Young Adult (Youth Stream) On call / Callback required Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.
$2,750 per dayBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

New Plymouth, North Island NZ
NOW ~ 18 Oct 2026
Posted 3 months ago
Locum cover is required from 24 August - 18 October 2026.
Position Details: It would be a 0.7 FTE, so 4 days a week, one week then 3 the next, or less if needed, but must be in-person work.
Telehealth is unsuitable for these patients.
$2,080 per dayBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Bunbury, Western Australia AU
14 Dec 2026 ~ 29 Jan 2027
Posted 3 months ago
Locum cover is required from 9 June - 1 August 2025.
Position Details: Shift times: 0830 - 1630 | Monday - Friday On call required Covering: Consultation-Liaison  6+ years Australian experience Benefits: Travel and accommodation reimbursement.
Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.
$2,800 per dayBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Ipwsich, Queensland AU
NOW ~ 19 Sep 2026
Posted 5 months ago
Locum cover is required ASAP - 3 months.
Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1630 | Monday - Friday Covering: Prison Mental Health Service Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.
$2,200 per dayBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Bunbury, Western Australia AU
07 Sep 2026 ~ 18 Sep 2026
Posted 3 months ago
Locum cover is required from 7 - 18 September 2026.
Position Details: Shift times: 0830 - 1630 Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.
Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.
$2,100 per dayBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Wagga Wagga, New South Wales AU
NOW ~ 31 Dec 2026
Posted 3 months ago
Locum cover is required from 10 August - 31 December 2026.
Position Details: Shift times: 0900 - 1700 Consultant/Specialist Psychiatry - Adult Inpatient Unit.
1 day per week (specifically Mondays).
$3,050 per dayBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Woodville South, South Australia AU
21 Dec 2026 ~ 31 Dec 2026
Posted 3 months ago
Locum cover is required from 21 - 31 December 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

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Young, New South Wales AU
NOW ~ 31 Dec 2026
Posted 3 months ago
Locum cover is required from 1 July - 31 December 2026.
Position Details: Shift times: 0900 - 1700 Consultant/Specialist Telehealth Opportunity - Young Community Team.
Fortnightly clinics.
$3,050 per dayBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Wodonga, Victoria AU
28 Sep 2026 ~ 29 Jan 2027
Posted 3 months ago
Locum cover is required from 28 September 2026 - 29 January 2027.
Position Details:  Shift times: 0830 - 1700 Monday - Friday RANZCP supervisor certification is required Must have ICYMHS experience  On call 1:2 Benefits:   Travel and accommodation is included.
Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.
$2,700 per dayBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Caboolture, Queensland AU
NOW ~ 23 Oct 2026
Posted 3 months ago
Locum cover is required from 24 August - 23 October 2026.
Position Details: Shift times: Full time (no on call or weekends) Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.
Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.
$2,600 per dayBase salary
Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Launceston, Tasmania AU
Start dates are flexible
Posted 3 months ago
Our client is advertising an opportunity for a Specialist Medical Practitioner - Alcohol and Drug Service to permanently join their team at a public hospital in TAS.
The ideal start date for this position is ASAP.
$222,789 ~ $319,701Base salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Nambour, Queensland AU
28 Sep 2026 ~ 09 Oct 2026
Posted 3 months ago
Locum cover is required from 28 September - 9 October 2026.
Position Details: Shift times: Monday - Friday  Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.
Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.
$2,200 per dayBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Whangarei, North Island NZ
NOW ~ 31 Jan 2027
Posted 3 months ago
Locum cover is required ASAP till early 2027.
Position Details: POPS - In Person  Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.
$2,080 per dayBase 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.