- Package of $400,000 - $550,000 p.a. + generous relocation allowance
- Multiple positions across General Adult Inpatient and Community Psychiatry
- Balanced 40-hour working week with flexible work arrangements
- Generous leave entitlements and salary packaging options
- Excellent career development pathways, with structured training, mentorship opportunities, ongoing professional upskilling, and clear progression routes to support long-term growth and success
- Conveniently located close to Brisbane CBD and a major international airport
- Easy access to world-class entertainment venues, major shopping precincts, modern sporting facilities, iconic Gold Coast theme parks, and stunning beaches
- Permanent residency application support available to eligible candidates
The Brisbane region is supported by a network of well-established tertiary, general, and specialist hospitals that deliver high-quality healthcare services within modern, progressive, and academically engaged environments. Mental health services operate across inpatient, outpatient, and community settings, providing integrated, recovery-oriented care for individuals with severe and complex mental illness, often alongside co-occurring substance use or physical health conditions. Care is delivered through multidisciplinary teams, ensuring comprehensive assessment, treatment planning, and ongoing support across the continuum of care, with strong links between hospital services, community mental health teams, and primary care providers.
As a Consultant Psychiatrist working across adult inpatient or community services, you will provide senior clinical leadership across acute inpatient units and community-based programs, including outpatient clinics and multidisciplinary team reviews. Responsibilities include comprehensive psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and management of complex presentations, as well as consultation–liaison support to general hospital services for patients with co-morbid medical and psychiatric needs. These roles also involve clinical governance, teaching and supervision of trainees and junior staff, participation in quality improvement and research activities, and contribution to service development. Participation in an after-hours on-call roster is expected, providing specialist psychiatric advice and support for acute presentations across inpatient and emergency settings.
About the location
Nestled in one of Australia’s most sought-after regions, the Brisbane area offers a seamless blend of career opportunity, vibrant lifestyle, and strong community spirit. Its metropolitan areas feature a rich multicultural atmosphere and thriving, family-friendly neighbourhoods that make settling in easy and enjoyable. The city is renowned for its excellent public and private schools, reliable and well-connected transport systems, and a wide range of world-class sporting and entertainment venues hosting everything from major events to local festivals.
Residents enjoy access to some of South-East Queensland’s best children’s parks, lush green spaces, and scenic riverside walkways, along with effortless weekend escapes to pristine beaches and picturesque national parks just a short drive away. Combined with a diverse job market, high-quality amenities, and a relaxed, welcoming lifestyle, Brisbane offers an ideal environment for individuals and families alike to thrive personally and professionally.
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 these roles and all they have 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.”
