Healthcare Australia is seeking an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist for a locum opportunity with Grampians Health in Victoria. The role involves supporting General Adult Psychiatry across the Adult Acute Unit and Consultation Liaison team.

The position offers a consistent weekday roster with no after-hours commitments, accommodation provided if required, and a competitive daily rate of $2,500. Dates: 23 December 2026 - 27 January 2027.

Healthcare Australia is seeking an experienced Psychiatry Registrar for a short-term locum at Tweed Valley Hospital in northern New South Wales. The position is in General Adult Psychiatry and based at Tweed Heads, NSW, with a rate of AUD 145 per hour.

Dates: 4 January - 12 January 2027. Travel and accommodation arrangements are to be confirmed. Applicants must hold current AHPRA registration and have relevant Psychiatry Registrar experience.

Staff Specialist - Psychiatry
Townsville, Queensland
Permanent full-time

The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (THHS) provides a family-oriented lifestyle in a vibrant coastal regional city, with access to the various international attractions of Central, North and Far North Queensland.

The THHS is looking for a Staff Specialist or Senior Staff Specialist Psychiatrist.

The position is available for a specialist Psychiatrist in the field of:

• Rehabilitation Mental Health Services Program Area
• Working knowledge in Forensic Psychiatry and familiarity with its principles is highly regarded.

You will provide high quality clinical and non-clinical services to benefit the patients of the Townsville Hospital and Health Service (THHS). This includes research as well as teaching the health professionals of the future.

Work as part of the Rehabilitation Mental Health Services Program Area to deliver care to consumers with complex rehabilitation needs, who require treatment in a secure environment due to their risks or vulnerabilities.

• Qualifications in Psychiatry, recognised by the Royal Australian & New Zealand College of Psychiatrists, and current registration with/or eligibility for registration as a Specialist with the Medical Board of Australia.
• All applicants must be awarded SoCP by the THHS Credentialling and SoCP committee.
• Possession of class C drivers' licence.
• This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role - Hepatitis B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella and Pertussis.

Become a great part of our professionals in tropical North Queensland.

Enquiries: Doreen Attard on .
Applications close: Thursday, 3 December 2026

Casual/Locum/Contract

October 26, 2026

Consultant Psychiatrist - General Adult Community Mental Health
Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service Queensland
Rate: $2,400 per day
Dates: 14 December 2026 - 25 June 2027
Specialty: General Adult Psychiatry

Healthcare Australia is seeking an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist for a long-term locum opportunity with Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service in beautiful Far North Queensland.
This position is based within the CCT North/Central Community Mental Health Service, providing adult mental health care in a community-based setting.

Working out of Cairns North, you'll be supporting an established community mental health team, with the benefit of consistent weekday hours and no after-hours commitments.

• Location: Cairns, Queensland
• Health Service: Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service
• Position: Staff Specialist - CCT North/Central (Community Reliever)
• Setting: Community-based Adult Mental Health Service

Working Hours

• Monday to Friday: 8:00am - 4:30pm
• No night shifts
• No on-call requirements
• No work required on public holidays

Christmas Coverage: The locum is required to work non-public holidays throughout the Christmas period, with public holidays off.
Travel & Accommodation The following expenses will be reimbursed for this placement:

• Return flights
• Accommodation
• Car hire

Requirements

• Specialist registration with AHPRA in Psychiatry
• Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (FRANZCP), or equivalent specialist recognition
• Experience in General Adult Psychiatry
• Previous community mental health experience would be advantageous

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Excellent daily rate of $2,400
• Long-term placement offering consistent work
• Monday-Friday roster with no nights, weekends or on-call
• Travel, accommodation and car hire reimbursed
• Opportunity to work in tropical Far North Queensland

VIC - Rural & Remote

Casual/Locum/Contract

October 26, 2026

Consultant Psychiatrist - General Adult Psychiatry
Grampians Health Victoria
Rate: $2,500 per day
Dates: 23 December 2026 - 27 January 2027
Specialty: General Adult Psychiatry
Healthcare Australia is seeking an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist for a locum opportunity with Grampians Health in Victoria.

This position involves working across the Adult Acute Unit and Consultation Liaison Psychiatry team, supporting the delivery of specialist mental health services.

With an excellent daily rate, consistent weekday hours and no after-hours commitments, this is a fantastic opportunity for a Consultant Psychiatrist looking for a well-paid locum placement over the Christmas and New Year period.

• Service: Adult Acute Unit and Consultation Liaison


• Dates: 23 December 2026 - 27 January 2027

Working Arrangements

• Monday to Friday - ideally 5 days per week


• No on-call requirements


• No public holiday work

Enjoy a predictable weekday roster without the additional commitments of weekend or on-call shifts.
Travel & Accommodation

• Accommodation: Provided if required


• Travel: Not specified - please enquire for further details

Requirements

• Specialist registration with AHPRA in Psychiatry


• Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (FRANZCP), or equivalent specialist recognition


• Experience in General Adult Psychiatry


• Experience in acute inpatient psychiatry and consultation liaison would be advantageous


• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary mental health team

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Excellent daily rate of $2,500


• Locum opportunity across the Christmas and New Year period


• Monday-Friday roster with no weekends or on-call


• No public holiday work


• Accommodation provided if required


• Opportunity to work across both acute inpatient and consultation liaison psychiatry

Staff Specialist, Psychiatrist - Homeless Health

Permanent Part Time

0.4 FTE

Staff Specialist

As per the award

The Named NSW (Non-Declared) Affiliated Health Organisations' Staff Specialist Agreement 2021

Mental Health

St Vincent's Hospital Sydney is a leading not-for-profit organisation providing health services to our community. Guided by our values of compassion, excellence, integrity and justice, we promote a culture of diversity and inclusion and empower our people to learn, grow and innovate.

• Generous salary packaging and Fitness Passport for eligible staff
• Opportunity to access a wide of range of clinical and non-clinical education programs
• Supported post graduate opportunities within applicable fields
• Career development opportunities across the St Vincent's Health Australia Network
• Employee Assistance Program
• Work/Life balance undefined

A vacancy exists in the above unit for a highly motivated Psychiatry Staff Specialist with appropriate knowledge and skills to join our Homeless Health Service & Community Mental Health Rehabilitation Service. Our progressive and innovative team offers development opportunities for our staff and a caring environment for the delivery of high quality patient centred care to vulnerable inner city populations. This position provides psychiatric clinical leadership and supervision for the team, working in a community based setting. The team provides holistic mental and physical health care services assessment and treatment services to the homeless population of the inner city. The team consists of specialist mental health clinicians, general community health clinicians and works in partnership with other social welfare providers. The position is linked with the SVH community mental health team.

St Vincent's is committed to employing a workforce that reflects the community we care for. We strongly encourage applications from people that are Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, culturally diverse, sexuality or gender diverse and/or living with disability.

• Possess, or be eligible to possess, specialist registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA); Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (FRANZCP) or equivalent as provided for in the Staff Specialist's State Award and possess, or are working towards possessing, the RANZCP Certificate of Advanced Training in Psychiatry (or equivalent qualification); and a Medicare provider number.
• Demonstrated knowledge, skills and high standards of clinical practice in Mental Health commensurate to experience which is appropriate to the requirements of the position.
• Demonstrated experience in the psychiatric support of clients from marginalised populations, with a preference to experience with clients experiencing chronic homelessness.
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching at speciality registrar, junior medical officer and undergraduate levels.
• Demonstrated management ability in clinical service planning and the provision of a client focused, comprehensive, high quality and cost effective clinical service with knowledge and commitment to the implementation of best practice and clinical service innovation.
• Demonstrated ability to provide high quality compassionate medical care as evidenced by recent practice experience in working congenially and collaboratively as both a leader and member of a multidisciplinary team, and as a provider of services that engender high levels of patient satisfaction and experience.

At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. For further information, visit or get in contact at

For more information, please contact Dr Michael Millard, Clinical Director of Mental Health - Michael . For a copy of the position description, please email .

St Vincent's Health Australia has been serving Australians with compassionate health and aged care since our first hospital was established in Sydney in 1857. Founded by the Sisters of Charity more than 180 years ago, St Vincent's is a clinical, research and education leader delivering private hospital, public hospital and aged care services across NSW, VIC and QLD. Our founder, Mary Aikenhead's vision, commitment and inspiration lives on in us and the work we do. From modest beginnings, St Vincent's Health Australia is today the nation's largest not-for-profit health and aged care provider, offering services in Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria, including public and private hospitals and aged care facilities. The St Vincent's family comprises 22,000 outstanding nurses, researchers, cooks, doctors, executives, administrators, cleaners, volunteers and more.

St Vincent's Hospital Sydney is seeking a Staff Specialist in Psychiatry to join the Homeless Health Service and Community Mental Health Rehabilitation Service. The role includes psychiatric leadership, supervision, and direct clinical work with inner-city homeless populations.

The position is fixed to 0.4 FTE with flexible arrangements within a supportive, mission-driven team. Qualifications include AHPRA registration, FRANZCP or equivalent, and Medicare provider eligibility.

St Vincent's Health Australia is seeking a Staff Specialist for Older People's Mental Health Service (OPMHS). This 0.8 FTE role is based in Sydney and involves senior clinical leadership across inpatient, liaison, outpatient, and community settings for older adults.

You will promote recovery-oriented, person-centered care and participate in teaching and service development. The position supports professional development, in a leading not-for-profit health network, with opportunities for

Job Description:

Position Title: Staff Specialist - Older People's Mental Health Service (OPMHS)Employment Type: Permanent Part TimeHours per week: 0.8 FTEPosition Grade: Staff Specialist

Salary:

As per the awardEnterprise Agreement: The Named NSW (Non-Declared) Affiliated Health Organisations' Staff Specialist Agreement 2021Department Name: Mental Health

About us:

St Vincent's Hospital Sydney is a leading not-for-profit organisation providing health services to our community. Guided by our values of compassion, excellence, integrity and justice, we promote a culture of diversity and inclusion and empower our people to learn, grow and innovate.

Benefits of working at St Vincent's include:

Generous salary packaging and Fitness Passport for eligible staffOpportunity to access a wide of range of clinical and non-clinical education programsSupported post graduate opportunities within applicable fieldsCareer development opportunities across the St Vincent's Health Australia NetworkEmployee Assistance ProgramWork/Life balanceundefined

About the role:

The OPMHS provides integrated clinical services to the older people's population of the St Vincent's Mental Health Service catchment area (and beyond, as required). The OPMHS model of care includes inpatient, consultation-liaison, hospital outpatients, community clinics and outreach to older people at home and residential aged care facilities.

This position will act as a senior clinician within a multidisciplinary team providing psychiatric assessment and treatment in the above-mentioned settings. This position will also provide clinical leadership in promoting a high standard of patient care as well as service improvement, innovation and evaluation. There is capacity for the incumbent to work in other positions across the Mental Health and Homeless Health service on mutual agreement.

Diversity and Inclusion at St Vincent's:St Vincent's is committed to employing a workforce that reflects the community we care for. We strongly encourage applications from people that are Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, culturally diverse, sexuality or gender diverse and/or living with disability.

Employment with St Vincent's is subject to you having current immunity status that complies with the Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases - NSW Health Policy Directive (PD2023_022) or subsequent revisions in force. Appointment and ongoing employment will be subject to continued compliance with this policy directive.

Application Instructions:

To have your application considered you are required to upload a current CV/Resume as well as a separate cover letter/document addressing the 'Selection Criteria' as below. Internal applicants i.e. current employees of St Vincent's Hospital or an entity of SVHA are required to apply via their Workday account.

Selection Criteria:

Personal integrity and demonstrated commitment to the Philosophy, Mission and Values of Mary Aikenhead Ministries and St Vincent's Health Australia.

Possess, or be eligible to possess, specialist registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA); Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (FRANZCP) or equivalent as provided for in the Staff Specialist's State Award and possess, or are working towards possessing, the RANZCP Certificate of Advanced Training in Psychiatry of Old Age (or equivalent qualification); and a Medicare provider number.

Demonstrated knowledge, skills and high standards of clinical practice in Psychiatry of Old Age (including electroconvulsive therapy) commensurate to experience which is appropriate to the requirements of the position.

Demonstrated expertise and commitment to person-centred, recovery-oriented, family/carer-inclusive and trauma-informed principles of care.

Demonstrated ability to lead and work in collaborative interprofessional contexts that include lived-experience professions to support the delivery of an effective, high quality mental health service.

Demonstrated commitment to teaching and supervision of specialist trainees, junior medical officers, medical students and non-medical colleagues.

Demonstrated leadership skills that support and foster a culture of safety learning, with proven ability to improve the quality of services and patient care outcomes.

Demonstrated ongoing contribution to the development, dissemination, and translation of new knowledge and practices commensurate with work in an academic teaching hospital environment.

For more information, please contact Dr Michael Millard, Clinical Director of Mental Health and Homeless Health - a copy of the position description, please email n Action Plan:

At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

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St Vincent's Hospital Sydney, part of St Vincent's Health Australia, seeks a Staff Specialist in Older People's Mental Health Service. The role involves senior clinical leadership, psychiatric assessment and treatment across inpatient and community settings within a multidisciplinary team.

AHPRA specialist registration with FRANZCP or equivalent is required, with opportunities for teaching and service improvement.

St Vincent's Hospital Sydney is seeking a Staff Specialist in Psychiatry to join our Homeless Health Service & Community Mental Health Rehabilitation Service. The role provides psychiatric clinical leadership in a community-based setting, delivering holistic mental and physical health care to vulnerable inner-city populations.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team, support education and training for registrars and junior medical staff, and contribute to service planning and innovation.

Position Title: Staff Specialist - Older People's Mental Health Service (OPMHS) Employment Type: Permanent Part Time Hours per week: 0.8 FTE Position Grade: Staff Specialist Salary: As per the award Enterprise Agreement: The Named NSW (Non-Declared) Affiliated Health Organisations' Staff Specialist Agreement 2021 Department Name: Mental Health

St Vincent's Hospital Sydney is a leading not-for-profit organisation providing health services to our community. Guided by our values of compassion, excellence, integrity and justice, we promote a culture of diversity and inclusion and empower our people to learn, grow and innovate.

• Generous salary packaging and Fitness Passport for eligible staff
• Opportunity to access a wide of range of clinical and non-clinical education programs
• Supported post graduate opportunities within applicable fields
• Career development opportunities across the St Vincent's Health Australia Network
• Employee Assistance Program
• Work/Life balance undefined

The OPMHS provides integrated clinical services to the older people's population of the St Vincent's Mental Health Service catchment area (and beyond, as required). The OPMHS model of care includes inpatient, consultation-liaison, hospital outpatients, community clinics and outreach to older people at home and residential aged care facilities. This position will act as a senior clinician within a multidisciplinary team providing psychiatric assessment and treatment in the above-mentioned settings. This position will also provide clinical leadership in promoting a high standard of patient care as well as service improvement, innovation and evaluation. There is capacity for the incumbent to work in other positions across the Mental Health and Homeless Health service on mutual agreement.

St Vincent's is committed to employing a workforce that reflects the community we care for. We strongly encourage applications from people that are Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, culturally diverse, sexuality or gender diverse and/or living with disability.

Employment with St Vincent's is subject to you having current immunity status that complies with the Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases - NSW Health Policy Directive (PD2023_022) or subsequent revisions in force. Appointment and ongoing employment will be subject to continued compliance with this policy directive.

• Personal integrity and demonstrated commitment to the Philosophy, Mission and Values of Mary Aikenhead Ministries and St Vincent's Health Australia.
• Possess, or be eligible to possess, specialist registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA); Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (FRANZCP) or equivalent as provided for in the Staff Specialist's State Award and possess, or are working towards possessing, the RANZCP Certificate of Advanced Training in Psychiatry of Old Age (or equivalent qualification); and a Medicare provider number.
• Demonstrated knowledge, skills and high standards of clinical practice in Psychiatry of Old Age (including electroconvulsive therapy) commensurate to experience which is appropriate to the requirements of the position.
• Demonstrated expertise and commitment to person-centred, recovery-oriented, family/carer-inclusive and trauma-informed principles of care.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and work in collaborative interprofessional contexts that include lived-experience professions to support the delivery of an effective, high quality mental health service.
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching and supervision of specialist trainees, junior medical officers, medical students and non-medical colleagues.
• Demonstrated leadership skills that support and foster a culture of safety learning, with proven ability to improve the quality of services and patient care outcomes.
• Demonstrated ongoing contribution to the development, dissemination, and translation of new knowledge and practices commensurate with work in an academic teaching hospital environment.

For more information, please contact Dr Michael Millard, Clinical Director of Mental Health and Homeless Health - For a copy of the position description, please email

At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

For further information, visit or get in contact at

St Vincent's Health Australia has been serving Australians with compassionate health and aged care since our first hospital was established in Sydney in 1857. Founded by the Sisters of Charity more than 180 years ago, St Vincent's is a clinical, research and education leader delivering private hospital, public hospital and aged care services across NSW, VIC and QLD. Our founder, Mary Aikenhead's vision, commitment and inspiration lives on in us and the work we do. From modest beginnings, St Vincent's Health Australia is today the nation's largest not-for-profit health and aged care provider, offering services in Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria, including public and private hospitals and aged care facilities. The St Vincent's family comprises 22,000 outstanding nurses, researchers, cooks, doctors, executives, administrators, cleaners, volunteers and more.

Global Medics is seeking a Locum Consultant Psychiatrist to join the Continuing Care Team in regional Victoria. The role focuses on delivering specialist mental health services to adults with complex, persistent conditions, within a multidisciplinary setting that supports recovery and independence.

This locum assignment offers a daily rate of AU$2,500 and runs from 14 December 2026 to 29 January 2027, with a lifestyle that includes access to outdoor recreation and a welcoming community.

Job Description: Position Title: Staff Specialist - Psychiatrist - Pathways to Community Living Initiative Employment Type: Permanent Part Time Hours per week: 0.4 FTE Position Grade: Staff Specialist Salary: As per the award Enterprise Agreement: The Named NSW (Non-Declared) Affiliated Health Organisations' Staff Specialist Agreement 2021 Department Name: Mental Health

St Vincent's Hospital Sydney is a leading not-for-profit organisation providing health services to our community. Guided by our values of compassion, excellence, integrity and justice, we promote a culture of diversity and inclusion and empower our people to learn, grow and innovate.

• Generous salary packaging and Fitness Passport for eligible staff
• Opportunity to access a wide of range of clinical and non-clinical education programs
• Supported post graduate opportunities within applicable fields
• Career development opportunities across the St Vincent's Health Australia Network
• Employee Assistance Program
• Work/Life balance undefined

The Pathways to Community Living Initiative (PCLI) was established to support the transition of long-stay mental health patients into appropriate community-based living and services. PCLI's aim is to transition longstay patients - or those at risk of long stays - who experience very complex mental health issues back into the community and create a practice change in inpatient and community services across NSW to decrease the number and length of long stay admissions. This position will work within a multidisciplinary team to provide psychiatric consultation, treatment, care planning and clinical oversight of patients referred to the PCLI team using person-centred, recovery-oriented, family/carer-inclusive and trauma-informed principles of care. Collaborative engagement with other clinicians will be crucial in influencing practice change across the mental health service. This position will act also as a senior clinician providing leadership within the multidisciplinary team.

St Vincent's is committed to employing a workforce that reflects the community we care for. We strongly encourage applications from people that are Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, culturally diverse, sexuality or gender diverse and/or living with disability.

Employment with St Vincent's is subject to you having current immunity status that complies with the Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases - NSW Health Policy Directive (PD2023_022) or subsequent revisions in force. Appointment and ongoing employment will be subject to continued compliance with this policy directive.

• Personal integrity and demonstrated commitment to the Philosophy, Mission and Values of Mary Aikenhead Ministries and St Vincent's Health Australia.
• Possess, or be eligible to possess, specialist registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of undefined
• Demonstrated knowledge, skills and high standards of clinical practice in Adult Psychiatry undefined
• Demonstrated expertise and commitment to person-centred, recovery-oriented, family/carer-inclusive and trauma-informed principles of care.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and work in collaborative interprofessional contexts that include lived experience professions to support the delivery of an effective, high quality mental health service.
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching and supervision of specialist trainees, junior medical officers and medical students and non-medical colleagues.
• Demonstrated leadership skills that support and foster innovation to create a learning culture, with proven ability to improve the quality of services and patient care outcomes.
• Demonstrated ongoing contribution to the development, dissemination, and translation of new knowledge and practices commensurate with work in an academic teaching hospital environment.

For more information, please contact Dr Michael Millard, Clinical Director of Mental Health - Michael

Reconciliation Action Plan: At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. For further information, visit or get in contact at

St Vincent's Health Australia has been serving Australians with compassionate health and aged care since our first hospital was established in Sydney in 1857. Founded by the Sisters of Charity more than 180 years ago, St Vincent's is a clinical, research and education leader delivering private hospital, public hospital and aged care services across NSW, VIC and QLD. Our founder, Mary Aikenhead's vision, commitment and inspiration lives on in us and the work we do. From modest beginnings, St Vincent's Health Australia is today the nation's largest not-for-profit health and aged care provider, offering services in Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria, including public and private hospitals and aged care facilities. The St Vincent's family comprises 22,000 outstanding nurses, researchers, cooks, doctors, executives, administrators, cleaners, volunteers and more.

Spinner Medical seeks a Consultant Psychiatrist in Older Age Psychiatry to deliver comprehensive multidisciplinary assessment and treatment for older adults across inpatient and community settings. The role includes supervising junior doctors, registrars and trainees, and leading a patient-centred, team-based care approach.

The service emphasises collaboration, multidisciplinary care, and a culture of best practice with families and carers, plus opportunities for professional development and

St Vincent's Hospital Sydney is seeking a Staff Specialist - Acute Care Service (Community Mental Health) to deliver psychiatric assessment, treatment and care planning within a multidisciplinary team. This permanent Part Time role (0.4 FTE) provides clinical oversight and leadership in a recovery-based model.

Applicants must have specialist registration with AHPRA, FRANZCP or equivalent, and eligibility for RANZCP Advanced Training; Medicare provider number.

St Vincent's Hospital Sydney, part of St Vincent's Health Australia, invites applications for a Staff Specialist - Psychiatrist within the Pathways to Community Living Initiative. This permanent part-time role (0.4 FTE) focuses on transitioning long-stay mental health patients to community living with recovery-oriented care and clinical leadership within a multidisciplinary team.

We value teaching and supervision of trainees and staff, with opportunities for professional development within a

• Location: Bundaberg, SubtropicalQueensland.
• Package: Up to $573k plus oncall, recall, penalty shift allowances.
• Job: Consultant Psychiatrist in Older Age Psychiatry.

The service provides care in a beautiful region of Queensland and has developed sophisticated models of care which are consistent with both national Australian standards and which are also responsive to the needs of this community. Emphasis is put on collaborative, multidisciplinary care and a culture of best practice which is inclusive of families and carers , with a strong focus on relapse prevention. The mental health service also provides inpatient services which are supported by a 20 bed community care unit, a 10 bed step up step down sub-acute unit. Additional community mhs are provided throughout the region.

• Provide comprehensive multidisciplinary assessment and treatment of older adults with complex mental health conditions in a range of settings including acute inpatient and community mental health.
• Supervise, assess, and teach undergrad and postgrad junior doctors, as well as registrars and advanced trainees.
• Use a patient centred and team based model of care.
• Participate in service development, utilisation and effectiveness.
• Participate in clinical governance initiatives.
• Ensure your own professional development is maintained whilst act as an advocate for the ongoing professional development of juniorcolleagues.

• Amazing and affordable housing options - beach side living available as well as hinterland rain forest oasis properties.
• Beaches.
• Sensational marine and coastal environments.
• Busy and reliable airport - 1hr flight to Brisbane for international and domestic transfers.
• Good schooling , including private schools.
• Fantastic all year round warm subtropical climate.
• All year round outdoor sporting facilities.

• Base salary.
• Plus 50% private practice allowances.
• Professional development allowance $23k.
• MV allowance $23k - $28k depending on years of experience.
• Employer paid superannuation 12.75%

• FRANZCP or equivalent. Advanced cert of old psychiatrist or specialist quals in old age psychiatrywould be highly regarded.
• Demonstrated experience in older persons psychiatry across a range of settings such as hospital, community and telehealth.
• A collaborative approach to your work .
• Ability to provide leadership in a multidisciplinary team context and to collaborate as a team member.
• First class communication skills.
• Experience in quality improvement, risk management, peer review and audit activities.
• Demonstrated ability to participate in undergrad and postgraduate teaching.

We provide free, expert, personable and friendly guidance through all Australian regulatory processes.

We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the lands and waters of Australia and the Torres Strait. We acknowledge them as the first inhabitants of Australia and the traditional custodians of the lands. We also pay our respects to Elders past and present.

Job Description:

Position Title: Staff Specialist - Acute Care Service (Community Mental Health)Employment Type: Permanent Part TimeHours per week: 0.4 FTEPosition Grade: Staff Specialist

Salary:

As per the awardEnterprise Agreement: The Named NSW (Non-Declared) Affiliated Health Organisations' Staff Specialist Agreement 2021Department Name: Mental Health

About us:

St Vincent's Hospital Sydney is a leading not-for-profit organisation providing health services to our community. Guided by our values of compassion, excellence, integrity and justice, we promote a culture of diversity and inclusion and empower our people to learn, grow and innovate.

Benefits of working at St Vincent's include:

Generous salary packaging and Fitness Passport for eligible staffOpportunity to access a wide of range of clinical and non-clinical education programsSupported post graduate opportunities within applicable fieldsCareer development opportunities across the St Vincent's Health Australia NetworkEmployee Assistance ProgramWork/Life balanceundefined

About the role:

The Acute Care Service (Community Mental Health) provides short-term community-based clinical services to adult patients presenting with a broad range of mental illnesses and disorders. This position will work within a multidisciplinary team to provide psychiatric assessment, treatment, care planning and clinical oversight of allocated patients using harm-minimisation and recovery-based models of care. This position will act also as a senior clinician providing leadership in a multidisciplinary team. There is capacity for the incumbent to work in other positions across the Mental Health and Homeless Health service on mutual agreement.

Diversity and Inclusion at St Vincent's:St Vincent's is committed to employing a workforce that reflects the community we care for. We strongly encourage applications from people that are Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, culturally diverse, sexuality or gender diverse and/or living with disability.

Employment with St Vincent's is subject to you having current immunity status that complies with the Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases - NSW Health Policy Directive (PD2023_022) or subsequent revisions in force. Appointment and ongoing employment will be subject to continued compliance with this policy directive.

Application Instructions:

To have your application considered you are required to upload a current CV/Resume as well as a separate cover letter/document addressing the 'Selection Criteria' as below. Internal applicants i.e. current employees of St Vincent's Hospital or an entity of SVHA are required to apply via their Workday account.

Selection Criteria:

Personal integrity and demonstrated commitment to the Philosophy, Mission and Values of Mary Aikenhead Ministries and St Vincent's Health AustraliaPossess, or be eligible to possess, specialist registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA); Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (FRANZCP) or equivalent as provided for in the Staff Specialist's State Award and possess, or are working towards possessing, the RANZCP Certificate of Advanced Training in Psychiatry (or equivalent qualification); and a Medicare provider numberDemonstrated knowledge, skills and high standards of clinical practice in Adult Psychiatry commensurate to experience which is appropriate to the requirements of the positionDemonstrated ability to provide high quality compassionate medical care as evidenced by recent practice experience in working congenially and collaboratively as both a leader and member of a multidisciplinary team, and as a provider of services that engender high levels of patient satisfaction and experience.

Demonstrated commitment to teaching and supervision of specialist trainees, junior medical officers and medical students and non-medical colleagues.

Demonstrated leadership skills that support and foster innovation to create a learning culture, with proven ability to improve the quality of services and patient care outcomes.

Demonstrated ongoing contribution to the development, dissemination, and translation of new knowledge and practices commensurate with work in an academic teaching hospital environment.

For more information, please contact Dr Michael Millard, Clinical Director of Mental Health - Michael a copy of the position description, please email n Action Plan:

At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

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A Northern New South Wales health service is seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist to provide inpatient Child and Youth Mental Health Services support.

This role involves providing specialist psychiatric care to children and adolescents within an inpatient setting, working as part of a multidisciplinary team to support acute mental health presentations and ongoing treatment planning.

Located in Northern NSW, the region offers a relaxed lifestyle, beautiful natural surroundings, and easy access to stunning beaches, national parks, and local attractions. The area is known for its strong sense of community and excellent work-life balance.

$2,750 per day

04 January - 29 January 2027

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Clinical Director & Staff Specialist Psychiatrist
A Coastal New South Wales Hospital is seeking a Clinical Director & Staff Specialist Psychiatrist to provide leadership, clinical oversight, and specialist psychiatric care within a well-established mental health service.

This opportunity offers a combination of clinical and leadership responsibilities, including the delivery of high-quality psychiatric care, strategic service development, multidisciplinary team leadership, and support for ongoing quality improvement initiatives. The successful candidate will work within a collaborative environment committed to providing comprehensive mental health services to the local community.

Located in a sought-after coastal region of New South Wales, this role offers an exceptional lifestyle with beautiful beaches, outdoor recreation, excellent schools, and a vibrant local community. The area combines the benefits of coastal living with access to modern healthcare facilities and infrastructure, making it an attractive destination for long-term career growth and work-life balance.

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Start Date: Present
End Date: Ongoing

Global Medics APAC is seeking a Locum Psychiatry Registrar to provide specialist assessment and treatment within an Acute Inpatient Unit in a regional New South Wales mental health service. This role delivers high-quality care to adults with acute conditions, working within a multidisciplinary team in a structured inpatient setting.

Dates: 16 November 2026 to 27 November 2026. Pay: $150 per hour plus super.

Job Category: Prof

Requisition Number: PSYCH005252

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The Psychiatrist (Child / Adolescent) is responsible for providing psychiatric and medication assessments and medication management as part of the Behavioral Health program. Provides psychiatry services in compliance with applicable CommuniCare policies and procedures and other outside regulatory laws and regulations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Provides initial psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, treatment and follow-up for assigned patients. Maintains proper documentation of patient caseload and respond to patient request in a timely manner.

2. Responsible for functioning at or above the 90th percentile in productivity and providing excellent clinical outcomes based on their patient panel.

3. Assist with quality control of the behavioral health department including compliance with accreditation standards. Provides exceptional clinical care based on patient satisfaction scores, clinical outcome measures and chart audits. Participate in department chart audits as directed.

4. Strive to achieve a patient satisfaction survey of 94% or above.

5. Document patient outcome measures for the BH program. This includes but is not limited to the Patient Health Questionnaire-9, the Vanderbilt ADHD Scale and other outcome measures implemented in the course of practice and appropriate to demonstrate patient BH status.

6. Attends and actively participates in the Department meetings and Center activities in order pursue the mission and vision of the Center.

7. Provides excellent internal/external customer service via telephone, fax or face-to-face contact to assist patients with their behavioral health care needs and representing the Center in any outside communication or activities.

8. Establishes and maintains a working relationship with community-based agencies in the best interest of the patient and the Center.

9. Provide telepsychiatry services within Bexar, Kendall and Hays counties when applicable.

10. Provides supervision of Advanced Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants.

11. Maintains a problem-oriented health record for each patient seen in accordance with the Center's established Health Informatic Management policies and procedures to include providing appropriate and legible documentation. Completes thorough documentation of each patient's visit in the electronic health record and ensures encounters are closed within 24 hours in accordance with the Center's established Health Information Management policies and procedures.

12. Reviews patient satisfaction survey and check for trends of any unfavorable quality practice or issue and make appropriate corrective action. Assure that patient satisfaction surveys are at 94% or above.

13. Responsible for assuring each assigned medical provider is functioning at 100% productivity, providing excellent clinical outcomes and completing assigned chart audits (Peer Record Review) in a timely manner.

14. Performs other related duties as assigned.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Must have Doctoral Degree in Psychiatry from an accredited university

Must possess a current unrestricted license and DEA in the State of Texas

Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association

Annual continuing medical education as required by Board specialty

Knowledge of psychiatric treatment guidelines for common psychiatric diagnosis

Knowledge of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of the American Psychiatric Association

Knowledge of computer system and ability to accurately input necessary information

Ability to work with diverse populations and knowledge of multi-ethnic cultures

Scheduled hours and/or work locations are subject to change

REQUIRED PHYSICAL AND MENTAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS:

Finger Dexterity: Using fingers to make small movements such as typing or picking up small objects. Normal fine and gross motor control of fingers and hands.

Talking: Frequently conveying detailed or important instructions or ideas accurately, clearly, or quickly.

Hearing: Able to hear average or normal conversations and receive ordinary information; hear whispered voice at five (5) feet.

Repetitive Motions: Frequently and regularly using the wrists, hands, and fingers.

Visual: Visual acuity necessary for the proper evaluation of a patient and to prepare or inspect documents or other materials. Ability to accurately view computer monitors

Physical: Sitting 20-30% of time and standing, walking 70-80% of time. Lift up to 25 lbs; push and pull up to 45 lbs. Able to bend at the waist, twist and turn along axial plane.

Medical Doctor or better in Medicine.

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Drug Enforcement Admin.

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This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

1. Provides initial psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, treatment and follow-up for assigned patients. Maintains proper documentation of patient caseload and respond to patient request in a timely manner.
2. Responsible for functioning at or above the 90th percentile in productivity and providing excellent clinical outcomes based on their patient panel.
3. Assist with quality control of the behavioral health department including compliance with accreditation standards. Provides exceptional clinical care based on patient satisfaction scores, clinical outcome measures and chart audits. Participate in department chart audits as directed.
4. Strive to achieve a patient satisfaction survey of 94% or above.
5. Document patient outcome measures for the BH program. This includes but is not limited to the Patient Health Questionnaire-9, the Vanderbilt ADHD Scale and other outcome measures implemented in the course of practice and appropriate to demonstrate patient BH status.
6. Attends and actively participates in the Department meetings and Center activities in order to pursue the mission and vision of the Center.
7. Provides excellent internal/external customer service via telephone, fax or face-to-face contact to assist patients with their behavioral health care needs and representing the Center in any outside communication or activities.
8. Establishes and maintains a working relationship with community-based agencies in the best interest of the patient and the Center.
9. Provide telepsychiatry services within Bexar, Kendall and Hays counties when applicable.
10. Provides supervision of Advanced Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants.
11. Maintains a problem-oriented health record for each patient seen in accordance with the Center's established Health Informatic Management policies and procedures to include providing appropriate and legible documentation. Completes thorough documentation of each patient's visit in the electronic health record and ensures encounters are closed within 24 hours in accordance with the Center's established Health Information Management policies and procedures.
12. Reviews patient satisfaction survey and checks for trends of any unfavorable quality practice or issue and makes appropriate corrective action. Assures that patient satisfaction surveys are at 94% or above.
13. Responsible for assuring each assigned medical provider is functioning at 100% productivity, providing excellent clinical outcomes and completing assigned chart audits (Peer Record Review) in a timely manner.
14. Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Doctoral Degree in Psychiatry from an accredited university.
• Current unrestricted license and DEA in the State of Texas.
• Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association.
• Annual continuing medical education as required by Board specialty.
• Knowledge of psychiatric treatment guidelines for common psychiatric diagnosis.
• Knowledge of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of the American Psychiatric Association.
• Knowledge of computer system and ability to accurately input necessary information.
• Ability to work with diverse populations and knowledge of multi-ethnic cultures.
• Scheduled hours and/or work locations are subject to change.
• Medical Doctor or better in Medicine.
• Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) authorization.

• Finger Dexterity: Using fingers to make small movements such as typing or picking up small objects. Normal fine and gross motor control of fingers and hands.
• Talking: Frequently conveying detailed or important instructions or ideas accurately, clearly, or quickly.
• Hearing: Able to hear average or normal conversations and receive ordinary information; hear whispered voice at five (5) feet.
• Repetitive Motions: Frequently and regularly using the wrists, hands, and fingers.
• Visual: Visual acuity necessary for the proper evaluation of a patient and to prepare or inspect documents or other materials. Ability to accurately view computer monitors.
• Physical: Sitting 20-30% of time and standing, walking 70-80% of time. Lift up to 25 lbs; push and pull up to 45 lbs. Able to bend at the waist, twist and turn along axial plane.

Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Mediix is seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist to join the Adult Community Mental Health team in metropolitan Adelaide. This role combines meaningful clinical care with the lifestyle of one of Australia's most liveable cities.

You will conduct specialist assessments for adults, lead multidisciplinary conferences and contribute to governance and service development, working closely with inpatient units and primary care to deliver recovery oriented care.