Consultant Psychiatrist – IDD & Autism Specialist (QLD)

Sante Recruitment; Queensland; On-site; AUD 193,000 - 283,000; Full time

Job summary

Sante Recruitment is seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist in Bundaberg, Queensland, to deliver specialist psychiatric care to individuals with intellectual disability and autism spectrum disorders. The role combines clinical work with leadership within the Intellectual and Developmental Disability team, with opportunities for private practice alongside public duties.

The position offers a highly competitive total package up to 564,548 AUD per year, including base salary, superannuation and leave

Qualifications

• Qualified Consultant Psychiatrist with registration and supervision requirements.
• Experience or interest in intellectual and developmental disability psychiatry.
• Interest or experience in autism spectrum disorder.
• Experience in Consultation Liaison psychiatry and multidisciplinary teams.
• Commitment to person-centred, recovery-focused care.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist psychiatric assessment, diagnosis and management.
• Support patients with intellectual disability and/or autism spectrum disorder.
• Provide Consultation Liaison services to community and inpatient teams.
• Participate in multidisciplinary assessment and treatment planning.
• Provide professional leadership within the Mental Health service.
• Collaborate with medical, nursing and allied health colleagues.
• Support education, supervision and service development.
• Contribute to private practice opportunities when feasible.

Job description

Sante Recruitment is seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist in Bundaberg, Queensland, to deliver specialist psychiatric care to individuals with intellectual disability and autism spectrum disorders. The role combines clinical work with leadership within the Intellectual and Developmental Disability team, with opportunities for private practice alongside public duties.

The position offers a highly competitive total package up to 564,548 AUD per year, including base salary, superannuation and leave