Consultant Psychiatrist - General Adult

  • Permanent, full-time opportunity
  • Make a meaningful impact on mental health services in the region
  • Opportunity for private practice on top of your earnings 
Where you’ll be working
This Health Service operates 3 major hospitals in regional Queensland and provides some of the most advanced specialist services available.

All major health specialties are incorporated, including Medicine, Surgery, Psychiatry, Oncology, Women’s and Newborn services as well as Trauma Services.

A recent multi-million dollar investment has made major developments to these facilities, furthering the positive impacts and outcomes of this Health Service for the region's growing population. 

You will be working across two hospitals operated by this Health Service, one being an acute 142-bed facility, and the other being a smaller 80 bed hospital.

You will join a dynamic team of Psychiatrists, Registrars, RMOs and other multidisciplinary medical staff on the delivery of clinical excellence in outpatient, inpatient and hospital-in-the-home-services.

You will have the opportunity to contribute to the training and education of junior doctors, as well as ample opportunity for your own research and continued professional development.

You will also have the opportunity to establish private practice outside of your appointment with local private hospitals.

 

Where you’ll be living
This coastal part of Queensland enjoys a lower cost of living and affordable housing in one of the world’s most beautiful and diverse regions.

Known for its diverse, natural landscapes, easygoing lifestyle and mild climate, this area is ideal for those looking to find a work-life balance like no other.

You will enjoy an affordable housing market, lower cost of living and excelling schooling options.

World Heritage listed Fraser Island is at your doorstep, with an abundance of sandy beaches and island retreats surrounding you.

Other natural attractions include unspoilt rainforests, freshwater lakes and crystal clear creeks. 

Here, you can enjoy the beauty of regional Queensland’s breathtaking landscapes while also taking advantage of big city amenities and working in modern medical facilities.

Only a 3 hour drive to and from Brisbane.

There is also a local airport where you will have access to daily flights to Australia’s capital cities. 

Salary information
Consultant Psychiatrists can expect a total remuneration of $182,106 - $528,085, plus benefits.

Requirements  
Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (FRANZCP), or equivalent.

About us
Elective Recruitment is a person-centred recruitment consultancy.

Your career progression is just as important to us as your well-being and work-life balance. 

We are not just another recruitment company; we do things our way and we consult.

We have a very clear vision: create great careers, better lifestyles, and add value - and we won’t stop until this is achieved.

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For a confidential discussion contact the Elective Recruitment Team at +61 2 9137 4300, or apply now!


  • Start: 01/07/2025
  • Rate: Total remuneration of $182106 - $528,085, plus benefits
  • Location: Hervey Bay,Australia
  • Type: Permanent
  • Industry: Medical
  • Recruiter: Elective Recruitment
  • Contact: Emma Gordon
  • Tel: +61 480 002 470
  • Email: to view click here
  • Reference: BH-3928
  • Posted: 2025-07-01 04:46:04 -

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