Consultant Psychiatrist - General Adult

  • Full-time opportunity
  • Be supported by experienced staff in a welcoming environment
  • Enjoy stunning beaches, national parks, and a laid-back lifestyle
Where you’ll be working
You will be working at a major rural community hospital in Northern New South Wales.

This is a 484-bed, Level 3/4 facility, and is the only hospital in the region providing surgical services.

It has recently undergone a $263.8 billion redevelopment, improving capacity and models of care.

Included is a new three-storey building with an expanded Emergency Department, Emergency Short Stay, MRI, inpatient unit, and an expanded Day Surgery and Operating Suite with two additional operating theatres. 

The Mental Health Unit includes a 15-bed Acute Inpatient Unit for Older Persons, over 60 inpatient beds across two General Adult Acute Inpatient Units, and a 4-bed Psychiatric Emergency Care Centre.

As Consultant Psychiatrist, you will provide best practice, evidence based specialist services to achieve quality patient outcomes.

You will be supported by a collegial team of Consultants, Registrars, and RMOs.

You will also collaborate with Mental Health Assessment Teams, Consultation Liaison Psychiatry services and Adult Mental Health Acute Care Teams.

You will have the opportunity to undertake training  for Electroconvulsive Therapy, as well as opportunities to contribute to the  education and supervision of junior medical doctors. 

Where you’ll be living
This is an enviable coastal region of Northern New South Wales, dotted with rivers, beaches and World Heritage-listed rainforest reserves.

This picturesque location is one of the most dynamic and fastest growing regions in all of NSW.

The diverse communities here enjoy a scenic and laid-back lifestyle, short commutes, an affordable housing market and a lower cost of living.

Situated just 3 hours south of the Gold Coast, 2 hours south of Byron Bay and 1 hour north of Coffs Harbour, this region offers easy access to some of Australia's most stunning beaches.

A regional airport nearby gives you easy access to all Australian capital cities. 

Salary information
Consultant Psychiatrists can expect a competitive salary package in line with the NSW Staff Specialists Award, plus benefits.

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

Psychiatrists eligible for the fast-track registration pathway are encouraged to apply.

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: 20/08/2025
  • Rate: Package from $350k+ depending on seniority
  • Location: Gosford,Australia
  • Type: Permanent
  • Industry: Medical
  • Recruiter: Elective Recruitment
  • Contact: Emma Gordon
  • Tel: +61 480 002 470
  • Email: to view click here
  • Reference: BH-3741
  • Posted: 2025-08-20 07:34:04 -

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