Psychiatrist | Australia

Mediix; City Of London; On-site; GBP 185,000 - 308,000; Full time

Job summary

An Australian medical recruitment firm is seeking Consultant Psychiatrists from the UK or Ireland ready for relocation to Australia. This full-time, permanent role offers competitive salary packages, work visa sponsorship, and a pathway to permanent residency. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications including MRCPsych and CCT, and a passion for patient-centred care. Additional benefits include extensive annual leave and government-funded medical indemnity insurance.

Benefits

Work Visa Sponsorship

Annual leave plus professional development leave

Long Service Bonus

Government-funded medical indemnity insurance

Employer superannuation contributions

Qualifications

• Consultant Psychiatrist based in the UK or Ireland.
• Experience in various psychiatric specialties.
• Prepared for relocation to Australia.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the mental health team in Australia.
• Provide patient-centred care in regional locations.
• Engage in professional development activities.

Skills

Patient-centred care

General Adult Psychiatry

Community Mental Health

Old Age Psychiatry

Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

Addiction Psychiatry

Education

MRCPsych

CCT

Completion of GMC/PMETB-approved training programme

Job description

Position: Consultant Psychiatrists | Relocate to Australia !

Are you a Consultant Psychiatrist based in the UK or Ireland, ready for a new adventure - somewhere sunny, spacious, and professionally rewarding? 🌏☀️

I’m working closely with Western Australia Country Health Service (WACHS) in Western Australia expanding their mental health team across regional locations.

If you're passionate about patient-centred care and are looking to combine career progression with a lifestyle upgrade, this could be your perfect move.

What’s on Offer:

Full-time, permanent Consultant Psychiatrist roles
Choose from stunning Southern or Northern regions of WA

💰 Competitive salary packages:

• Southern WA: AUD 377,556 – 479,490 (Yr 1–9)
• Northern WA: AUD 526,977 – 626,991 (Yr 1–6)

🧠 Specialties in Demand:

• General Adult Psychiatry
• Community Mental Health
• Old Age Psychiatry
• Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
• Addiction Psychiatry

Benefits & Support:

• Work Visa Sponsorship + Permanent Residency pathway
• Up to 5 weeks annual leave + 3 weeks professional development leave
• Long Service Bonus (Northern WA): Up to AUD 99,318 after 3 years
• Government-funded medical indemnity insurance
• Extra benefits: regional allowances, housing subsidies, overtime rates, travel days
• Employer superannuation contributions of 12% on top of your salary

New Fast-Tracked Registration via AHPRA’s Expedited Specialist Pathway:

If you're a UK/Ireland-trained psychiatrist, you’ll need:

• MRCPsych (Membership of the Royal College of Psychiatrists)
• CCT (Certificate of Completion of Training) — awarded post-August 2007
• Completion of a GMC/PMETB-approved training programme

Ready to Make the Move?

Let’s chat , we can walk you through the relocation process and help you navigate AHPRA registration.

📧 Contact : [e-mail]

Mediix is an Australian-based medical recruitment firm connecting qualified healthcare professionals with hospitals and private clinics across Australia.

We offer a personalised, free service to support healthcare professionals in securing both permanent and temporary roles, including exclusive access to unadvertised opportunities.

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