Senior Staff Specialist / Staff Specialist - Psychiatry

Key Highlights

Exciting Psychiatry Specialist Opportunity
Join a dedicated team providing exceptional mental health care in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Work across diverse settings, including community services, inpatient units, and specialist outreach clinics.

Comprehensive Career Development
Benefit from a structured and accredited training environment with opportunities for subspecialty experience in addiction, forensic, and child & adolescent psychiatry.

Collaborate with experienced consultants and multidisciplinary teams to advance your expertise.

Exceptional Lifestyle Location
Enjoy a fulfilling career while experiencing the vibrant culture, natural beauty, and relaxed lifestyle of Central Queensland.

About the Health Service
This health service is a leading provider of comprehensive mental health programs, including inpatient care, community-based services, and outreach programs.

It serves as a regional hub for mental health services, with dedicated teams for forensic, addiction, and child & adolescent psychiatry.

Accredited for advanced psychiatry training, the service has strong affiliations with academic institutions and offers ample opportunities for research, education, and career progression.

Position Details
As a Senior Staff Specialist or Staff Specialist (Psychiatry), you will:

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  Provide high-quality psychiatry services within a multidisciplinary team.

  
  


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  Deliver patient-centered care across a range of settings, including community clinics, inpatient units, and outreach services.

  
  


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  Support and mentor junior medical officers and contribute to RANZCP-accredited training programs.

  
  


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  Play a key role in the ongoing expansion and development of mental health services in the region.

  
  

Job Details:

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  Permanent, full-time and part-time options available.

  
  


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  Salary: AUD $210,332 - $266,677 per annum.

  
  


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  Total remuneration package up to AUD $528,432 per annum.

  
  

Benefits
Competitive Salary Package
Total remuneration of up to AUD $528,432 per annum, including:

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  Overtime and on-call allowances.

  
  


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  Motor vehicle allowance.

  
  


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  Attraction and retention incentives.

  
  


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  Generous salary sacrificing options.

  
  


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  Paid parental leave and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

  
  


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  Discounted private health insurance and fitness passport access.

  
  

Requirements
Qualifications:

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  MBBS or equivalent, eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia.

  
  


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

  
  


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  Eligibility for accreditation as a RANZCP-approved supervisor is desirable.

  
  

Essential Skills and Experience:

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  Extensive experience in adult psychiatry and mental health service delivery.

  
  


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  Strong leadership, teamwork, and communication skills.

  
  


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  Commitment to evidence-based care and professional growth.

  
  

Vaccination Requirements:
Compliance with vaccine-preventable disease requirements is mandatory.

About Us
At Paragon Medics, we are committed to supporting your career aspirations and personal well-being.

Explore a rewarding career while enjoying the unique lifestyle opportunities Central Queensland offers.

For a confidential discussion, contact Kiran at +61 2 8316 2844 or apply now!