Global Medics is partnering with a vibrant and diverse Local Health District in New South Wales (situated close to Sydney) to recruit a Consultant Psychiatrist in the Mental Health Triage and Assessment Centre .
The District encompasses metropolitan, semi‑rural, and rural communities, offering an exceptional blend of clinical challenge, lifestyle, and professional growth opportunities. It offers a supportive environment for clinicians, with strong links to research, education, and service development. Situated in a stunning region known for its breathtaking landscapes, outdoor activities and reach cultural heritage.
The Mental Health Triage and Assessment Centre is a modern, purpose‑built, 24/7 acute mental health service designed to provide timely, compassionate, and specialised care for individuals experiencing urgent mental health concerns. It offers a dedicated alternative to the Emergency Department for people seeking immediate mental health support.
The key responsibilities for the role:
* Leads the multidisciplinary team to provide specialist psychiatric services to patients
* Promotes patient safety and quality of care. Provides leadership, orientation, training, supervision and education, where relevant, for doctors in training, Health Service Medical Practitioners and other health workers
* Works within the scope of clinical practice as defined and recommended by the LHD
Essential Selection Criteria:
* Coming from the UK:
* Membership of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych) and a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), awarded under any RCPsych curriculum from August 2007 to date following satisfactory completion of a General Medical Council or Postgraduate Medical Education and Training Board approved specialty training program in psychiatry in the United Kingdom.
* Other Countries - Eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia and Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists or equivalent
* Demonstrated clinical skills and experience working with mental health problems in Adult Mental Health
* Demonstrated experience and ability to work effectively as part of multi-disciplinary team
The benefits:
* Competitive salary
* Work/ Life Balance
* Visa sponsorship - 482 visa (186 up for discussion)
* Relocation package and assistance
If you're interested in this opportunity and would like to learn more, please apply below or send your CV directly