Consultant Psychiatrist (CAMHS)

Consultant Psychiatrist - Child & Adolescent Mental Health | Western Australia

Permanent Part-Time Opportunity | 0.6 FTE | Coastal Lifestyle | UK Applicants Welcome

An exciting opportunity is available for a Consultant Psychiatrist specialising in Child and Adolescent Mental Health to join an established regional mental health service in, Western Australia.

This role offers the opportunity to provide specialist psychiatric care to children and adolescents across community and inpatient settings, contribute to clinical leadership and medical education, and work within a supportive multidisciplinary team.

With manageable caseloads, flexible sessional arrangements and the opportunity to enjoy Australia's stunning southern coastline, this is an excellent opportunity for psychiatrists seeking a rewarding career move and an exceptional lifestyle.

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  Competitive remuneration

  
  


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  Permanent part-time position: 0.6 FTE

  
  


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  Manageable caseloads: Focus on delivering high-quality, patient-centred care

  
  


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  Professional development: Access to education, training, research and ongoing clinical development

  
  


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  Clinical leadership: Opportunities to contribute to service development and clinical governance

  
  


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  Relocation and regional benefits: Potential financial, housing and other regional incentives, subject to eligibility

  
  


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  Outstanding lifestyle: Beautiful beaches, coastal walks, wineries and a welcoming regional community

  
  

You will provide specialist psychiatric assessment, diagnosis and treatment for children and adolescents aged 0-18 across community and inpatient settings throughout the Great Southern region.

Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary professionals, you will support early intervention, evidence-based treatment and improved mental health outcomes for young people and their families.

Key responsibilities include:

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  Providing comprehensive psychiatric assessments and evidence-based treatment

  
  


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  Supporting clinical governance and service development across Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services

  
  


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  Collaborating with GPs, paediatricians, allied health professionals and community services

  
  


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  Supervising and mentoring medical students, junior doctors and psychiatry registrars

  
  


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  Contributing to education, research and quality improvement initiatives

  
  


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  Providing specialist consultation to general practitioners

  
  


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  Supporting regional service delivery, including outreach and telehealth where appropriate

  
  

Participation in the regional mental health on-call and electroconvulsive therapy rosters is negotiable.

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  Fellowship of the RANZCP, with specialist registration in Psychiatry in Australia, or eligibility through an approved specialist registration pathway

  
  


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  Extensive clinical experience in Child and Adolescent Mental Health

  
  


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  Strong skills in psychiatric assessment, diagnosis and biological and psychotherapeutic interventions

  
  


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  Excellent communication and multidisciplinary collaboration skills

  
  


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  Experience in clinical leadership, supervision and medical education

  
  


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  Ability to support regional service delivery, including travel or telehealth where required

  
  

Psychiatrists holding MRCPsych (UK) and a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in Psychiatry who are eligible for specialist registration through the expedited specialist pathway are encouraged to enquire.

Please note that this opportunity is not available to Specialist International Medical Graduates requiring a supervised practice placement through the specialist college assessment pathway.

Imagine combining a rewarding consultant role with the lifestyle of Western Australia's spectacular southern coastline.

Albany offers pristine beaches, scenic coastal trails, a vibrant food and wine scene and a welcoming, family-friendly community.

Enjoy outdoor adventures, excellent local amenities and a more relaxed pace of life while continuing to make a meaningful difference to the mental health of children and young people.

For psychiatrists considering a move from the UK, Albany offers an opportunity to experience regional Australian living while developing your specialist career in a supportive clinical environment.

Whether you're an Australian-based Consultant Psychiatrist or a UK-trained specialist considering a move to Australia, we'd love to hear from you.

Contact Paragon Medics for a confidential discussion about the opportunity, eligibility requirements, relocation considerations and potential pathways to practising in Australia.

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