Consultant Psychiatrist - RAH ED

Health; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 461,743 - 622,840; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options

Professional development allowances

Health, fitness, and wellbeing support

Flexible work options

Job summary

Health is seeking an experienced Psychiatrist to join the Emergency Department Mental Health team in Adelaide. In this role, you will deliver high-quality psychiatric assessment and leadership within a multidisciplinary environment, ensuring compassionate care for individuals presenting with acute mental health needs.

The position benefits from competitive remuneration, salary packaging options, and a culture of safety and continuous improvement, supporting both professional growth and work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Experienced Psychiatrist with a commitment to recovery-focused care.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Expertise in providing high-quality mental health assessment and treatment.

Responsibilities

• Lead psychiatric assessment and treatment in the ED.
• Guide multidisciplinary care and clinical decision-making.
• Contribute to research, education, and service development.

Skills

Expert psychiatric care

Clinical leadership

Support for teaching and supervision

Education

Fellow of the RANZCP with Specialist Registration

Job description

Job no: 942954

Work type: Full time

Location: Adelaide CBD

Categories: Medical

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)

• The Royal Adelaide Hospital, Emergency Department
• MD02 Total Indicative Remuneration Salary $461,743 / $622,840 per annum + Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Full time ongoing contract available

Grow Your Medical Career With Us

Join CALHN's exceptional medical team and play a vital role in shaping the future of health through innovation, collaboration and world-class care.

• Work across diverse clinical specialties and services
• Advance your skills through structured learning and development
• Benefit from supportive teams and dedicated non-clinical time
• Make a real impact delivering safe, connected compassionate care

Find out more about CALHN sites and services, our stories and the opportunities to be part of CALHN.

About the Role

Join our Emergency Department Mental Health team and provide expert psychiatric care when people need it most. Working within a fast-paced multidisciplinary environment, you will deliver high-quality assessment, treatment and clinical leadership for consumers presenting with acute mental health needs, helping to ensure safe, timely and recovery-focused care.

Responsibilities

• Lead psychiatric assessment and treatment in the ED
• Guide multidisciplinary care and clinical decision-making
• Support registrars, junior doctors and student learning
• Drive quality, safety and continuous improvement activities
• Contribute to research, education and service development

About You

You are an experienced Psychiatrist who combines clinical expertise with compassionate leadership and a commitment to recovery-focused mental health care.

• Fellow of the RANZCP with Specialist Registration
• Deliver expert mental health care and clinical leadership
• Support teaching, supervision and workforce development
• Build strong partnerships across multidisciplinary teams
• Drive quality, safety and continuous improvement

Benefits of joining CALHN

• Salary packaging – up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals & entertainment + pre-tax super & novated lease options
• Safe connections – be part of a culture of safety and connectivity, focusing on outcomes and continuous improvements
• Professional development - Receive allowances of up to $8,500 along with additional dedicated leave for advancing your skills and career.
• Expert Mentorship - Work under the guidance of experienced consultant supervisors to support your career progression.
• Priority Training - Dedicated, protected, and paid teaching time available for ACEM Trainees and Resident Medical Officers.
• Employment Guidance - Comprehensive support for requirements like working visas and medical registration.
• Generous Leave - Enjoy paid annual/recreation leave each year plus professional development leave.
• Flexible work options – speak to us about flexibility options for this role to suit your lifestyle.
• Health, fitness and wellbeing support - Fitness Passport access and the Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.
• Recognition & growth – celebrate success and explore opportunities across CALHN's many sites.

Diversity & Inclusion

We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and supported. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, culturally diverse backgrounds, and LGBTQIA+ communities.

Application Information

• Please refer to the role description for essential educational and vocational qualifications that may be required.
• Appointment will be subject to satisfactory Criminal History Clearances and compliant immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.

Applications close: 11:55 pm, Tuesday 14th July 2026

Job Ref: 942954