Psychiatry Specialist Position in Northern Queensland

6 days ago


Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Skilled Medical Full time
Join a Thriving Mental Health Service

We are seeking an experienced Psychiatry Specialist to join our dynamic team in Northern Queensland. This is an exciting opportunity for a full-time Staff Specialist or Senior Staff Specialist to contribute to the growth and development of our mental health services.

About the Role
  • Provide high-quality clinical care to patients with complex mental health needs, including those requiring assessment and treatment under the Mental Health Act (2016).
  • Support the education and professional development of junior medical staff and students, promoting best practice in mental health care.
Key Responsibilities
  1. Clinical Care: Deliver advanced assessment and treatment services to individuals with psychiatric, alcohol and other drug, emotional and/or behavioural disturbances.
  2. Educational Support: Supervise and teach junior medical staff and medical students, fostering ongoing education within the mental health service.
Work Environment

Our hospital and health service operates a range of facilities, including an acute mental health inpatient facility with 24 beds and a Step-Up Step-Down Unit with 10 beds. Community Mental Health Services cover various areas, such as Acute Care, Consultation Liaison Psychiatry, Continuing Care Team, Mobile Intensive Rehabilitation Team, Early Psychosis service ages 16-25, Child and Youth Mental Health, Older Persons Mental Health and Alcohol & Other Drugs Services.

The Location

This position is based in a vibrant regional centre in tropical North Queensland, serving a population of over 180,000. The region boasts a strong economy with diverse industries, including tourism, agriculture, industry, mining, education and health. Enjoy relaxed and comfortable living opportunities, close proximity to beautiful coastal regions and easy access to major cities.

What We Offer
  • Total remuneration package valued at up to $470,780 (L24), comprising salary ranging from $204,206 - $237,196 (L18-L24)
  • Total remuneration package valued at up to $514,452 (L27), comprising salary ranging from $244,201 - $258,910 (L25-L27)
  • 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
  • 17.5% leave loading for 4 weeks' annual leave
  • Generous Salary Sacrificing (conditions apply)
  • Professional Development Leave 3.6 weeks p.a.
  • Professional Development Allowance ($21,500 p.a.)
  • Motor Vehicle Allowance
  • Overtime and on-call allowances
  • Attraction and Retention Incentive Allowance (Granted Private Practice arrangements)
  • Access to paid parental leave (conditions apply)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Corporate membership discounts
  • Access to Fitness Passport (conditions apply)
Eligibility Criteria
  • Mandatory possession of a medicine degree from a registered tertiary institution
  • Registration with the Medical Board of Australia, with Specialist registration in Psychiatry or appropriate registration to practise in the specialist position
  • Fellowship or eligibility for Fellowship via the substantial comparability pathway of the Royal Australian College and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP)


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