Staff Specialist Psychiatrist - Consultation Liaison

Senior Staff Specialist / Staff Specialist Psychiatrist - Consultation Liaison | Coastal North Queensland

An exciting opportunity is available for a Senior Staff Specialist or Staff Specialist Psychiatrist - Consultation Liaison to join a leading tertiary health service in Coastal North Queensland.

This permanent full-time or part-time position offers the chance to work within a collaborative multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality Consultation Liaison Psychiatry across hospital and community settings.

Ideal for psychiatrists seeking senior clinical responsibility, career progression, and lifestyle balance.

✔ Permanent full-time or part-time role with negotiable hours
✔ Total remuneration up to $534K+
✔ Attraction & retention incentives
✔ Motor vehicle allowance + communications package
✔ Professional development allowance + leave
✔ Private practice arrangements available
✔ Relocation assistance may be available
✔ Salary packaging + generous superannuation

• Deliver specialist Consultation Liaison Psychiatry services across inpatient and community settings


• Provide expert psychiatric assessment and treatment within a tertiary hospital environment


• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient-centred care


• Contribute to teaching, supervision, and mentoring of junior doctors and trainees


• Participate in research, service development, and quality improvement initiatives


• Support recovery-focused, evidence-based mental health care delivery

• Fellowship of RANZCP or equivalent recognised specialist qualification


• Current or eligible specialist registration with the Medical Board of Australia


• Experience in Consultation Liaison Psychiatry or acute hospital mental health settings


• Strong leadership, communication, and team collaboration skills


• Commitment to ongoing professional development and clinical excellence

Enjoy a relaxed coastal lifestyle with year-round sunshine, affordable living, short commutes, and access to beaches, islands, rainforest, and outdoor adventure.

This region offers the professional scope of a major referral centre with the lifestyle benefits of a vibrant regional community.

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, get in touch today.

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