Psychiatrist | Australia

Mediix; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 187,000 - 312,000; Full time

Job summary

A medical recruitment firm is seeking Consultant Psychiatrists to relocate to Australia. The role offers full-time permanent positions in beautiful regions of Western Australia, with competitive salary packages ranging from AUD $377,556 to $626,991, depending on location and experience. Candidates must hold an MRCPsych and have completed a GMC-approved training program. Join a passionate team, enjoy benefits like long service bonuses and generous annual leave while progressing your career in a sun-filled environment.

Benefits

Work Visa Sponsorship

Up to 5 weeks annual leave

3 weeks professional development leave

Government-funded medical indemnity insurance

Employer superannuation contributions of 12%

Qualifications

• Must have MRCPsych and CCT awarded post-August 2007.
• Completion of a GMC/PMETB-approved training programme required.
• Passionate about patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychiatric care in regional locations of WA.
• Contribute to a multidisciplinary mental health team.
• Support the relocation process for candidates.

Skills

Patient-centred care

General Adult Psychiatry

Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

Addiction Psychiatry

Education

MRCPsych

CCT (Certificate of Completion of Training)

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.