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Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Pialba, Queensland AU
07 Dec 2026 ~ 31 Jan 2027
Posted 2 months ago
Locum cover is required from 7 December 2025 - 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.
$2,300 per dayBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Shellharbour, New South Wales AU
NOW ~ 11 Sep 2026
Posted 2 months ago
Locum cover is required from 10 August - 11 September 2026.
Position Details: Shift times: 0830 - 1700 Consultant/Staff Specialist/VMO Covering: PECC/ED.
Benefits: Accommodation allowance is included.
$3,050 per dayBase salary

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Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Coffs Harbour, New South Wales AU
19 Oct 2026 ~ 30 Oct 2026
Posted 2 months ago
Locum cover is required from 19 - 30 October 2026.
Position Details: Shift times: 0830 - 1700 | Monday - Friday Consultant/Specialist/VMO This position will be required to be a RANZCP Accredited Supervisor.
This position will be required to participate in the on-call roster [via phone calls only].
$2,700 per dayBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Traralgon West, Victoria AU
NOW ~ 08 Oct 2026
Posted 3 months ago
Locum cover is required ASAP - ongoing.
Position Details:  Shift times: 0830 - 1630 | 2 days per week (Flexible) Covering: Community Mental Health Telehealth 65+ Benefits:   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

Kempsey, New South Wales AU
NOW ~ 02 Oct 2026
Posted 2 months ago
Locum cover is required from 31 August - 2 October 2026.
Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1630 Consultant/Spec/Vmo Benefits: Travel and accommodation is 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

Traralgon West, Victoria AU
NOW ~ 22 Sep 2026
Posted 3 months ago
Locum cover is required 22 June - ongoing.
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.
$2,200 per dayBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Mount Nasura, Western Australia AU
NOW ~ 28 Feb 2027
Posted 2 months ago
Locum cover is required from 31 August - 28 February 2026.
Position Details: Shift times: Full-time hours, no on calls 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
Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Christchurch, South Island NZ
Available from 28 Sep 2026
Posted 2 months ago
Consultant Psychiatrist – Child & Adolescent Location: Christchurch, New Zealand Employment Type: Permanent Start Date: 28 September 2026 Salary: Competitive, based on experience About the Role A rewarding opportunity is available for a Consultant Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist to join a well-established hospital service in Christchurch.
You will work within a collaborative multidisciplinary team delivering specialist mental health care to children, adolescents, and their families.
Key responsibilities include: Providing comprehensive psychiatric assessments and evidence-based treatment Developing and implementing individualised care plans Working closely with psychologists, nurses, social workers, and external providers Supervising and supporting junior medical staff Contributing to service development and quality improvement initiatives This role offers a supportive clinical environment with strong professional development opportunities.
Available on applicationBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Christchurch, South Island NZ
28 Sep 2026 ~ 29 Jan 2027
Posted 2 months ago
Locum cover is required from 28 September 2026 - 29 January 2027.
Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.
$2,000 per dayBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Blenheim, South Island NZ
01 Oct 2026 ~ 31 Oct 2026
Posted 2 months ago
Locum cover is required for October 2026.
Position Details: Shift times: 0830 - 1630/1700 | Monday - Friday No on call component.
Covering: A mix of acute crisis work and structured outpatient clinics.
$2,080 per dayBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Blenheim, South Island NZ
NOW ~ 28 Jan 2027
Posted 3 months ago
Locum cover is required from 7 July 2026 - 28 January 2027.
Position Details: Shift times: 0830 - 1630/1700 | every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday Ongoing expressions of interest welcomed.
Part-time or full-time options available; could be a mix of in-person and remote.
$2,080 per dayBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Nelson, South Island NZ
NOW ~ 19 Oct 2026
Posted 6 months ago
Locum cover is required from 17 July - 19 October 2026.
Position Details: Shift times: 0830 - 1630/1700 | Monday - Friday This can be half or full weeks or remote if nothing else.
Opportunity for a combination of onsite and remote work.
$2,080 per dayBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Nelson, South Island NZ
NOW ~ 24 Jan 2027
Posted 3 months ago
Locum cover is required for: 15 July - 9 August 2026 22 - 31 August 2026 12 - 20 September 2026 3 - 9 October 2026 11 - 15 October 2026 | two vacancies 24 October 2026 onwards | ongoing vacancy Position Details: Shift times: 0830 - 1630/1700 | Monday - Friday No on call component.
Psychiatry - Adult Inpatients.
Adult Mental Health Inpatient Unit (working alongside 3 experienced registrars, 1 house officer, 4 senior nurses, 25 beds shared with another SMO, roughly 12 patients max)  Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.
$2,080 per dayBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

New Town, Tasmania AU
NOW ~ 25 Sep 2026
Posted 2 months ago
Locum cover is required from ASAP - 25 September 2026.
Position Details: On call may be required Covering: Mental Health and Intellectual Disability Services  Benefits: Travel and accommodation included.
Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.
$2,500 per dayBase salary
Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Auckland, North Island NZ
Available from 01 Jan 2027
Posted 2 months ago
Consultant Psychiatrist – Hospital Setting Location: Auckland, New Zealand Employment Type: Permanent Salary: $200,000 – $350,000 Dates: 1 January 2027 – 31 December 2027 About the Role An exciting opportunity is available for a Consultant Psychiatrist to join a well-established multidisciplinary team within a major tertiary hospital in Auckland.
This role offers the chance to deliver high-quality specialist mental health services across inpatient and/or outpatient settings, working alongside experienced clinicians, allied health professionals, and support staff.
Key responsibilities include comprehensive psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and management of patients with varying mental health needs.
$200,000 ~ $350,000Base salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Penrith, New South Wales AU
21 Sep 2026 ~ 04 Oct 2026
Posted 2 months ago
Locum cover is required from 21 September - 4 October 2026.
Position Details: Shift times: 0830 - 1700 Consultant/Specialist/VMO Covering: Psychiatry General Adults and Mental Health Inpatient Units.
Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.
$2,750 per dayBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Coffs Harbour, New South Wales AU
NOW ~ 18 Oct 2026
Posted 2 months ago
Locum cover is required from 20 July - 18 October 2026.
Position Details: Shift times: 0830 - 1700 Monday - Friday Consultant/Specialist/VMO Covering: Psych General Adult and Inpatient Unit.
This position will be required to be a RANZCP Accredited Supervisor.
$2,500 per dayBase salary
Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Hamilton, North Island NZ
Available from 01 Jan 2027
Posted 2 months ago
Consultant Psychiatrist – Adult Mental Health Location: Waikato, New Zealand Employment Type: Permanent Salary: $200,000 – $350,000 per annum Dates: 1 January 2027 – 31 December 2027 About the Role An excellent opportunity is available for a Consultant Psychiatrist to join a well-established mental health service based in Waikato.
You will work within a collaborative multidisciplinary team, delivering high-quality psychiatric care across inpatient and community settings.
International candidates can be considered.
$200,000 ~ $350,000Base salary
Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Camberley, Hastings, North Island NZ
Available from 01 Jan 2027
Posted 2 months ago
Consultant Psychiatrist – Public Hospital Setting Location: Hawke’s Bay, 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 Hawke’s Bay.
You will work as part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality, patient-centred care across inpatient and/or community settings.
Key responsibilities include conducting comprehensive psychiatric assessments, developing and overseeing treatment plans, and providing clinical leadership within the service.
$200,000 ~ $250,000Base salary
Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Wellington, North Island NZ
Available from 01 Jan 2027
Posted 2 months ago
Consultant Psychiatrist – Public Hospital Setting Location: Wellington, 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 Wellington.
You will work as part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality, patient-centred care across inpatient and/or community settings.
In this role, you will be responsible for conducting comprehensive psychiatric assessments, developing and overseeing treatment plans, and providing clinical leadership within the service.
$200,000 ~ $350,000Base salary
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Frequently asked questions about Specialist Consultant Psychiatry jobs

Common questions from doctors searching for Specialist Consultant Psychiatry roles.

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.