Consultant Psychiatrist
Full Time
Mildura Base Public Hospital's Mental Health Services are offering a unique opportunity to join the dynamic medical team. The service provides the full range of specialist public mental health services to a population of approximately 70,000 people across an area of 25,000 square kilometres.
Located on the iconic Murray River and bordering NSW, Mildura provides a cultural and lifestyle experience few rural and metropolitan cities can offer. The fantastic restaurants serving the bountiful local produce and wine make Mildura a popular tourist destination. The region offers great educational opportunities with a selection of private and public schools. MBPH enjoys academic affiliations with Monash and Latrobe University's for the provision of undergraduate and postgraduate medical, nursing and allied health education.
As a Specialist Psychiatrist, you will provide leadership in the provision of high-quality psychiatric services to our clients. This excellent opportunity offers the flexibly of either full time or part time work to suit your lifestyle.
You will work closely with inpatient and consultation-liaison psychiatrists and our Clinical Director, fostering collaboration within our experienced and diverse medical team. This role is ideal for a new fellow seeking a mentored experience with unique opportunities not typically available in metropolitan and regional areas.
Benefits:
* Small, flexible and nimble mental health service with a commitment to innovation in mental health care
* Opportunities to develop private practice
* Financial incentives available
* Possibility of negotiating flexible working arrangements
* Relocation assistance will be available to suitable candidates
Qualifications:
* Primary medical degree and specialist qualifications in Psychiatry.
* Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
* Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) or eligibility for Fellowship.
* Experience in crisis intervention and home treatment settings is highly desirable.
* Strong commitment to patient-centered care and continuous improvement.
The base salary range is $262,099 to $360,391 per year depending on experience as well as a rural incentive allowance.
What we can offer you:
* Flexible work arrangements
* Ongoing professional development
* A supportive and innovative team environment
* Access to Salary Packaging (pay less tax) and novated leasing
* Staff Wellbeing Program and Employee Assistance Program
* Free parking
* Our amazing location Further information regarding Mildura @
How to Apply:
Please direct enquiries regarding this position to:
David Kirby, Executive Director – Area Mental Health & Wellbeing Service
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or
Dr Scott Hall, Clinical Director – Area Mental Health & Wellbeing Service
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For a copy of the position description and/or further information on the hospital, please visit our website:
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To apply for this position please press the 'apply now' button below. Please attach a cover letter and CV along with names and contact details of three professional referees.
Applicants will be required to provide a current National Police check, an Employee working with children's check and undertake immunisation screening prior to commencement.
Applications close: 09 November 2025