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The Position

This is an excellent opportunity for Psychiatrists to join a major mental health and Alcohol & Other Drugs (AOD) service in Far North Queensland. You will provide high‑quality psychiatric assessment, treatment and clinical leadership across inpatient, community and outreach settings.

Working within a collaborative multidisciplinary team, you will help shape service delivery, support local clinicians, and contribute to improving mental health outcomes across a broad geographical region. The service values community engagement and clinician input into planning and evaluating models of care.

Positions are available full‑time, part‑time, permanent or fixed‑term, with flexibility to support work–life balance. Opportunities also exist to contribute to teaching, training, and ongoing service development.

The Hospital

You will be part of a large, well‑resourced mental health service offering a wide range of acute, specialist and community‑based programs. The service delivers mental health and AOD care across metropolitan, rural and remote areas, supporting diverse populations and cultural groups, including First Nations communities.

The health service is committed to excellence in clinical care, education, and research, with strong internal governance and pathways for career development. Staff work in a progressive environment that embraces innovation, digital health, and community partnership.

The Location

Based in Far North Queensland, this region offers one of Australia’s most desirable lifestyles. Surrounded by tropical rainforest, reef and coastline, the area provides year‑round sunshine, outdoor adventure, and a relaxed way of life.

Enjoy easy access to the Great Barrier Reef, World Heritage–listed national parks, vibrant markets and cafés, and a welcoming multicultural community. With excellent schools, a growing health and education sector, and a laid‑back coastal feel, it’s an ideal location for both families and professionals.

Essential Criteria

• Eligible for specialist registration with the Medical Board of Australia
• RANZCP Fellowship or equivalent, with eligibility for the Specialist Pathway (Substantially Comparable or Expedited)
• Demonstrated experience in adult psychiatry or related subspecialties

Ready to Apply?

For a confidential discussion or to express interest, get in touch with Chloe

The Position

A fantastic opportunity to advance your psychiatry career across CAMHS (0–18 years) or Adult Mental Health (18–65 years). These roles offer the opportunity to provide high‑quality psychiatric care, support multidisciplinary colleagues and contribute to the ongoing development of accessible, person‑centred mental health services.

Consultant Psychiatrist – CAMHS (0–18 years)

Provide assessment and treatment for infants, children, and adolescents with complex mental health needs. Lead clinical reviews and decision‑making within the CAMHS team. Offer guidance to families, schools, and youth‑focused support services. Support implementation of child and adolescent mental health reform initiatives and evidence-based models of care.

Consultant Psychiatrist – Adult Mental Health (18–65 years)

Deliver assessment, treatment, and ongoing management for adults presenting with a range of mental health conditions. Provide senior clinical input into adult case reviews and complex care planning, while strengthening partnerships with GPs, community services, and adult-focused support networks.

Key Responsibilities (Both Roles)

• Provide comprehensive psychiatric assessment, formulation, and treatment within a community setting.
• Offer clinical leadership and specialist consultation to multidisciplinary teams.
• Support GPs, health professionals, and community agencies with expert advice.
• Contribute to service improvement, care coordination, and best‑practice clinical pathways.
• Ensure compliance with relevant mental health legislation, policies, and clinical standards.
• Participate in case reviews, clinical governance activities, and collaborative care planning.

The Hospital

The service delivers high-quality, recovery-focused mental health care for all ages, including Aboriginal and culturally diverse communities. Teams include Consultant Psychiatrists, Clinical Psychologists, Social Workers, Child and Adolescent specialists, Aboriginal Health Workers, and Community Mental Health Nurses, with strong liaison across hospitals and specialist services.

The Location

Enjoy a peaceful regional lifestyle with welcoming communities, affordable housing, natural landscapes and vibrant local towns - all just an hour from Perth for city amenities, international travel and cultural experiences. This makes it ideal for professionals seeking the perfect balance of work, lifestyle and family-friendly living.

Essential criteria

• be eligible for registration by the Medical Board of Australia.
• Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (FRANZCP) or equivalent.
• Substantial clinical experience in CAMHS or Adult Psychiatry.
• UK/Ireland candidates may be eligible via the Expedited Specialist Pathway (MRCPsych + CCT/CCST and AMC primary source verification).

Apply now or contact Chloe for a confidential discussion.

The Position

Multiple opportunities are available for Consultant Psychiatrists to join a large and well-established mental health service in Northern New South Wales.

Whether your interests lie in Adult Inpatient, Adult Community, Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, Older Persons Psychiatry, Addiction Psychiatry, or Consultation Liaison Psychiatry, there are a range of positions and locations available across the district. Both Staff Specialist and Visiting Medical Officer appointments are being considered, with flexible full-time and part-time arrangements available.

Working within multidisciplinary teams, you will provide contemporary psychiatric care while contributing to service development, clinical leadership, teaching, supervision and quality improvement initiatives. The service supports psychiatrists with varied clinical interests and provides opportunities to practise within your preferred scope while collaborating with experienced mental health professionals across inpatient and community settings.

Psychiatrists with an interest in education, research, service innovation and workforce development will find ample opportunity to contribute beyond direct clinical care.

The Hospital

This large regional mental health service delivers comprehensive care across a network of hospitals and community services, supporting a diverse and growing population throughout Northern New South Wales.

Services span inpatient, community, consultation-liaison, older persons, addiction and child and adolescent mental health programs. Psychiatrists work alongside experienced nurses, psychologists, social workers, occupational therapists, peer workers and trainee doctors within a collaborative multidisciplinary environment.

The organisation maintains a strong focus on evidence-based care, professional development, innovation and quality improvement, with opportunities for psychiatrists to help shape service delivery across multiple sites.

The Location

Stretching from the Queensland border through the Northern Rivers and Clarence regions, Northern NSW offers one of Australia's most sought-after lifestyles.

Whether you're drawn to the coastal communities of the far north coast, vibrant regional centres, hinterland villages or family-friendly communities, the region offers a remarkable balance between career opportunity and lifestyle. Residents enjoy world-renowned beaches, national parks, rainforests, outdoor recreation, excellent local produce and a strong sense of community.

For psychiatrists seeking flexibility around where and how they work, this region offers a variety of locations and service settings to match different career and lifestyle goals.

Essential Criteria 

Eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia via the Specialist Pathway (Substantially Comparable) or Expedited Specialist Pathway. 

At Wavelength International, we make your move to Australia seamless—cutting through the complexity of medical registration and visa processes with the clarity and care you deserve, so you can focus on what’s next.  

Ready to take the next step? Apply now or connect with Chloe for a confidential conversation about the role. 

The Position 

We're seeking Consultant Psychiatrists to join dedicated teams in Community Mental Health, Child, Adolescent and Youth Mental Health, and Adult Inpatient Mental Health. 

In these pivotal roles, you'll provide high-quality psychiatric assessment, treatment, and care planning, championing person-centred, recovery-oriented, family/carer-inclusive, and trauma-informed principles. We're looking for effective communicators, collaborators, leaders, health advocates, scholars, and professionals who are passionate about proactive mental health service development, fostering a culture of learning and best practice, and contributing to quality improvement and research. 

You'll participate in a pro-rata consultant on-call roster, providing after-hours coverage across mental health inpatient units, general hospitals (including emergency departments), and community mental health teams. Key responsibility will also include teaching and supervision of other staff, including Trainees in Psychiatry. 

The Hospital  

This comprehensive mental health service offers specialised support across all age groups. It includes robust community and inpatient care for children, adolescents, and youth, featuring dedicated programs for early intervention in psychosis and urgent psychiatric emergency care. Adult services encompass both acute and sub-acute inpatient units, alongside extensive community-based mental health support focused on recovery and wellbeing. Additionally, programs addressing the needs of children with parents experiencing mental illness ensure holistic care within a coordinated multidisciplinary framework. 

The Location 

This vibrant stretch of New South Wales offers a desirable blend of relaxed coastal living and convenient city amenities, just a short drive from Sydney. Residents enjoy an active outdoor lifestyle, with abundant opportunities for beach activities, bushwalking, and exploring national parks. The area boasts a strong sense of community, diverse housing options ranging from charming coastal towns to more urban centres, and a good range of educational facilities and local services, making it an attractive place for families and professionals seeking a balanced lifestyle. 

Essential Criteria 

Eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia via the Specialist Pathway (Substantially Comparable) or Expedited Specialist Pathway. 

At Wavelength International, we make your move to Australia seamless—cutting through the complexity of medical registration and visa processes with the clarity and care you deserve, so you can focus on what’s next.  

Ready to take the next step? Apply now or connect with Chloe for a confidential conversation about the role. 

The Position

A Staff Specialist / Senior Staff Specialist position is available within a comprehensive forensic mental health service providing care across secure inpatient, correctional and youth justice settings.

You will work as part of an experienced multidisciplinary team delivering specialist psychiatric assessment, treatment and ongoing management for patients with complex mental health needs. The role offers exposure to a diverse forensic caseload and opportunities to contribute to teaching, research, clinical governance and service development initiatives.

Strong academic partnerships with leading universities support research activity and may provide opportunities for conjoint academic appointments for suitably qualified candidates.

A remuneration package valued between $395,000 and $530,000 is available, including incentives and allowances, together with relocation support of up to $55,000, salary packaging benefits, professional development support and visa sponsorship for eligible applicants.

The Health Service

This large tertiary health service is recognised for delivering specialist care across a broad range of medical and mental health disciplines. The organisation is committed to providing high-quality, patient-centred healthcare while maintaining a strong culture of education, research and clinical excellence.

The forensic mental health program is a key component of the wider mental health service and provides care across secure inpatient facilities, correctional environments and youth justice settings. Supported by experienced multidisciplinary teams, the service operates within a contemporary recovery-focused framework and is well regarded for its commitment to innovation, professional development and evidence-based practice.

Clinicians benefit from established teaching programs, strong academic partnerships and access to extensive research opportunities.

The Location

Enjoy all the advantages of a sophisticated metropolitan centre without the congestion and long commute times of larger cities. The region offers excellent schools, thriving dining and cultural precincts, abundant green spaces and easy access to both coastal and alpine destinations.

With a highly educated population, strong infrastructure and an exceptional quality of life, this location continues to attract medical specialists seeking a balance between career progression, family lifestyle and professional fulfilment.

Essential Criteria

Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) with appropriate forensic psychiatry qualifications, or equivalent specialist recognition.

Specialist registration, or eligibility for specialist registration, with AHPRA.

Demonstrated expertise in forensic psychiatry and the management of complex mental health presentations.

Commitment to multidisciplinary care, teaching and clinical excellence.

If you are seeking a senior forensic psychiatry opportunity offering complex and rewarding clinical work, excellent remuneration, academic involvement and outstanding lifestyle benefits, contact Chloe for a confidential discussion.