Forensic Psychiatrist

2 weeks ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Wavelength International Full time $200,000 - $250,000 per year

Western Sydney, NSW | Job Ref: 91020

Advance your career in one of Australia's largest forensic jurisdictions—where every day brings unique challenges and meaningful impact.

Why this role?

  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of psychiatrists, registrars, and allied health professionals, with access to teaching, research, and leadership opportunities.
  • Work across custodial, inpatient, court, and community settings, managing complex psychiatric cases and high-profile legal assessments.
  • Access academic, research, teaching, and leadership opportunities within a highly experienced multidisciplinary team.

Positions Available:

  • Correctional Facility-Based Roles
    – Male, Male & female custodial settings
  • Peripatetic Forensic Psychiatry Cover
    – Hospitals, community, courts, prisons, and adolescent services

About the Service

Deliver forensic mental health care across a large metropolitan and regional catchment, serving a diverse population of over two million people. Join a multidisciplinary team, contribute to Supreme Court reports, and help improve outcomes across the criminal justice system—all while advancing your expertise in forensic psychiatry.

Life in Western Sydney

Enjoy a vibrant, multicultural community with affordable living, major hubs like Parramatta and Blacktown, leafy parklands, and easy access to the Blue Mountains. Excellent infrastructure and transport links—including the upcoming Western Sydney International Airport—make it an exciting region for both career and lifestyle growth.

What You'll Need

  • Eligible for Medical Board of Australia registration via the Specialist Pathway (Substantially Comparable) or Expedited Specialist Pathway
  • Passion for forensic psychiatry, complex patient care, and professional growth

Why Wavelength?

With 25+ years supporting doctors in Australia and New Zealand, we make relocation seamless, handling registration and visa processes with clarity and care.

Ready to take the next step?
Apply now or connect with Chloe Frost: for a confidential conversation.

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