Locum Psychiatrist – Child & Youth Mental Health
Toowoomba Hospital | Darling Downs Hospital & Health Service
February – May 2026
Darling Downs Hospital and Health Service is seeking an experienced Locum Psychiatrist (Child & Youth Mental Health) to support services at Toowoomba Hospital for a well-defined locum block in early 2026.
This is a well-supported role with no on-call requirements, accommodation and travel provided, and a strong multidisciplinary team environment.
* Start: Monday 2 February )
* Finish: Friday 1 May )
* Daily rate: Up to $2,303.70 per day
* Paid in accordance with B45 Policy
The Role
* Child & Youth Mental Health services
* Mix of community outpatient work and inpatient care
* 8-bed inpatient unit
* Some outpatient clinics delivered via videoconference (VC)
* No travel between sites
* No on-call requirements
* Monday to Friday, day shifts only
Accommodation & Travel
* Self-contained accommodation provided for the duration of the locum
* Return economy flights to and from Toowoomba provided
* If driving, mileage reimbursed at 37.5c per km for the return trip
Essential Requirements
* Specialist registration with AHPRA
* Eligibility to obtain a Medicare rebateable provider number before commencement
* Experience in Child & Youth Mental Health Psychiatry
To Progress An Application, Please Provide
* Confirmed dates of availability
* Current, signed and dated CV
* Copy of current AHPRA registration
* Two referee reports (dated within the last 12 months, at least one from a current role)
* Certified copies of:
o Driver's Licence
o Passport
Why Toowoomba?
* Major regional city with excellent amenities
* Easy access to Brisbane
* Affordable accommodation and relaxed lifestyle
* Well-established hospital and mental health services
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