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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

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

The Position

This is an exciting opportunity to join a regional mental health service during a major $190 million redevelopment phase. As a Consultant Psychiatrist, you will provide high‑quality psychiatric care across inpatient and community settings, including assessment, treatment planning and ECT services.

You will work as part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team, offering expert consultation to GPs, clinicians, and service partners. The role includes contributing to service development, clinical governance, and quality improvement initiatives. Teaching and mentoring is a key component, with opportunities to supervise registrars, RMOs and medical students through established academic partnerships.

Flexible appointment types are available, with options for permanent, fixed‑term, part‑time and sessional roles. Manageable on‑call commitments support strong work–life balance.

The Hospital

The mental health service is part of a major regional health campus undergoing extensive redevelopment, including a new 15‑bed Mental Health Inpatient Unit with 4 PICU beds, co‑located with Community Mental Health services for integrated care.

The broader service includes inpatient care, community mental health, and alcohol and drug services, delivered through a strong multidisciplinary model. The medical team includes an experienced Director of Clinical Services – Mental Health, Consultant Psychiatrists, Registrars, RMOs and interns.

The service has well‑established links with the Rural Clinical School and universities, supporting a strong focus on education, research and the Rural Psychiatry Training Pathway.

The Location

Based in a vibrant coastal region of Western Australia, this location offers a relaxed lifestyle with easy access to beaches, outdoor activities and a friendly regional community. The area is known for its affordability, excellent schools, and an easy pace of life, while still being well‑connected to Perth.

It’s a popular choice for families, professionals seeking space, and specialists wanting a balance of meaningful clinical work and quality living.

Essential Criteria

• Eligible for specialist registration with the Medical Board of Australia
• FRANZCP or equivalent, with eligibility for comparability assessment
• Broad clinical experience in general adult psychiatry
• Australian citizenship or permanent residency is required for permanent appointment
• RANZCP trainees in their penultimate year of training may be considered for fixed‑term roles

Ready to Apply? Submit your application today with a copy of your CV or get in touch with Chloe for a confidential discussion.