Looking for a new challenge in a major city? Great opportunities for Consultant Psychiatrists in a variety of specialties in Sydney, NSW.
- New South Wales’s fastest growing region
- New multi-million dollar Integrated Mental Health Complex
- Salary package up to AUD$400,000 (dependent upon experience)
- Lovely climate with warm summers and mild winters
The Opportunity
You will be part of a supportive and cohesive team, providing excellent clinical care to patients as well as contributing to the development of Psychiatric Services and mentoring of junior medical officers and registrars.
Currently seeking Consultant Psychiatrists in the following subspecialties:
- Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
- Perinatal Psychiatry
- Old Age Psychiatry (In-Patient and Community)
- Consultation Liaison Psychiatry
- Psychiatrist Emergency Care Centre (PECC)/Emergency Department
- Adult Psychiatry (In-Patient and Community)
- Director – Adult Psychiatry (role is both clinical and managerial).
Requirements
Applicants should be registered (or eligible for registration) as a specialist with the Medical Board of Australia and be a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (FRANZCP) or equivalent as an overseas trained specialist who has completed their training in either the UK, Ireland, Canada, USA (ABPN certified) or New Zealand.
The Medical Board of Australia implemented a new expedited pathway to specialist registration in December 2024, eliminating the need for a specialist assessment with a specialist medical college for those with an accepted qualification in Psychiatry. The only accepted qualifications are MRCPsych and a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) after 2007. Now is the time to apply for a new role.
Join Head Medical's online event on Thursday, 29th May 2025, at 7 PM (GMT) to learn about the new expedited specialist pathway and current job opportunities. We are excited to be joined by an Australian employer as we explore what it’s like to live and work as a psychiatrist in Australia, including: An overview of psychiatry opportunities in Australia, insights from an Australian employer, the registration process and timelines and a live Q&A.
The Location
Sydney, the capital city of New South Wales, is the most populous city in Australia. It's known for its stunning harbour, iconic landmarks like the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge, and beautiful beaches such as Bondi and Manly.
Sydney offers a vibrant mix of cultural experiences, from world-class museums and galleries to diverse dining options and lively festivals. The city is also surrounded by natural beauty, including the Blue Mountains to the west and numerous national parks
We have a dedicated Registration Team who seamlessly manage all aspects of your regulatory and temporary work visa applications after you accept a suitable job offer, at no cost to you. Our aim is to get you ready to start work within agreed timeframes and with minimal hassle to you or your new employer.