Staff Specialist in Psychiatry - Hunter New England Mental Health Service
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Overview
Hunter New England Mental Health Service (HNEMH) is seeking Consultant Psychiatrists to join our dynamic and supportive teams. Whether you're seeking a permanent role or a fixed-term opportunity, we offer flexibility to suit your career stage and lifestyle.
What We're Looking For
* Fellowship with the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) and Specialist Registration with AHPRA
* Advanced Trainees anticipating Fellowship within the next 12 months are also encouraged to apply.
What We Offer
* Professional Growth: Develop your career with one of NSW's largest and most comprehensive mental health services
* Staff Wellbeing: Salary packaging options, a Fitness Passport, and an Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
* Team Culture: Collaborative and multidisciplinary teams of clinical and support professionals
* Recruitment Support: Dedicated Senior Medical Recruitment team to guide you through recruitment and onboarding, including relocation assistance
* Sustainable Healthcare: Our commitment to sustainable practices
* Fitness Passport
* Salary Packaging – up to $9K for living expenses and $2.6K for meal and entertainment
* Annual TESL allowance: Up to 25 days per year (5 weeks) for full-time staff, pro-rata for part-time
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
* Opportunity to collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
About Us
HNEMH provides a wide range of mental health services throughout the Hunter New England Health district, supported by over 1,600 staff. Our care spans all ages and levels—from early intervention to inpatient and community-based recovery services. We're dedicated to person-centred care, advancing research, and fostering education and training across all disciplines.
Our Seniority, Employment Type, and Job Function
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Part-time
* Job function: General Business, Management, and Business Development
* Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
Additional Information
Applications Close: 5 October 2025
For more information contact: Jess Glover, Senior Medical Recruitment Consultant. Email: jessica.glover@health.nsw.gov.au | Phone: (02) 6767 7063
Agency referrals will not be accepted for this position.
Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases – Category A position. Please comply with NSW Health policy directive (PD2022_015). All new employees must agree to comply with the policy.
Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment and upholding the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health's Child Safe Standards. All staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people.
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