- Package of $300,000 - $450,000 p.a. plus a generous family relocation allowance
- Senior clinical leadership role within a Mental Health High Dependency / Intensive Psychiatric Care Unit
- Permanent full-time position offering a 40-hour working week
- Funding and leave options to support ongoing professional development
- Access to confidential counselling and wellbeing programs for staff
- Health and lifestyle perks, including fitness memberships and wellness initiatives
- Close to Sydney CBD - easy access to city amenities while enjoying nearby beaches, parks, entertainment, sporting events, restaurants, cafes and outdoor activities
- Access to top-tier educational facilities for the whole family
- Permanent residency support for eligible international applicants
A rare opportunity has arisen for an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist to join a leading mental health service in South East Sydney, assuming a senior position within the Mental Health Intensive Care Unit. This full-time, permanent role provides both hands-on clinical practice and leadership oversight of a specialised unit caring for patients with acute psychiatric challenges. The role combines direct patient care with strategic involvement in service planning, clinical governance and quality improvement, offering a platform for those looking to shape the future of high-intensity mental health care.
In this role, you will provide expert clinical care to patients experiencing severe psychiatric conditions, working within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. You will be responsible for guiding and mentoring both junior and senior medical staff, fostering professional development and ensuring high standards of patient care. The position involves active participation in unit governance, risk management and initiatives aimed at enhancing service delivery.
Beyond clinical duties, the role includes offering consultative support across the local health district, contributing to coordinated care and engaging in the education and training of medical students, trainees and allied health professionals. There is also scope to contribute to research projects, evaluate clinical programs and drive innovative approaches to mental health service provision. This position is particularly suited to psychiatrists seeking accelerated career growth and leadership experience within the Australian public mental health system, including those trained internationally who are ready to take on a senior leadership challenge.
About the location
South East Sydney offers the perfect balance of city convenience and relaxed coastal living. With excellent access to Sydney CBD, commuting is easy, while a wide range of modern facilities - from shopping centres and medical services to top-tier schools - ensures everything you need is close at hand.
Outdoor enthusiasts will love the abundance of nearby beaches, parks and nature reserves, ideal for surfing, hiking or simply soaking up the sun. The area also boasts a vibrant dining and café scene, lively entertainment options and a calendar full of sporting events and cultural experiences.
Housing options are diverse, ranging from stylish apartments to spacious family homes, making it easy to find the perfect place to live. With reliable public transport links and well-connected roads, exploring the city and beyond is effortless. South East Sydney truly combines convenience, lifestyle and opportunity - making it a fantastic place to live, work and play.
Relocating to Australia… support we can offer you
- Forget Government Job Boards - We know our hospitals. We provide you with exclusive Psychiatrist job vacancies and direct link-ups with Mental Health Dept. Directors
- Our recruitment service is FREE and personalised to your career and location requirements
- Psychiatrist Peer to Peer Group Support with the RANZCP Specialist Assessment and Medical Board Applications
- All Job applications prepared and submitted by our recruitment team.
- Support with enrolling your children into leading private or state schools
- Registered Migration Agent advice and support
Contact Jonathan Richards, your Psychiatry Recruitment Specialist, to find out more about this role and all it has to offer.
Tel: 0422408729
Email: jonathanr@ccjobs.com.au
About Jonathan Richards
“I have 15+ years’ experience connecting Psychiatrists with the best job opportunities across Australia. It is my passion and privilege to ensure you are being provided with the best recruitment services available.”
