Psychiatry Registrar / Career Medical Officer Regional Victoria | 90 Minutes from Melbourne | Training & Specialist Pathway OpportunitiesBuild Your Psychiatry Career in a Supportive Regional Health Service
Located just 90 minutes from Melbourne, this role offers the perfect combination of clinical exposure, professional development, and lifestyle. Whether you are pursuing specialist training, progressing through the Specialist Pathway, or seeking broader mental health experience, you will join a collaborative team committed to high-quality patient care and education.
The Opportunity: Join a multidisciplinary Mental Health Service delivering comprehensive care across inpatient, community, and consultation settings.
This Position Provides
* Exposure to a broad range of psychiatric presentations
* Strong consultant supervision and mentoring
* Opportunities to develop skills in acute, community, and recovery-focused mental health care
* Participation in multidisciplinary case management and treatment planning
* Excellent preparation for specialist training and career progression
The Service Welcomes
* RANZCP Trainees
* Doctors on the Specialist Pathway
* Medical Officers seeking mental health experience
* International Medical Graduates pursuing specialist recognition in Australia
The Health Service: This major regional referral health service is one of Western Victoria’s leading healthcare providers, servicing a large and diverse catchment population.
The modern 200+ bed facility provides:
* 24-hour Emergency Department
* Intensive Care Unit
* Comprehensive Medical and Surgical Services
* Mental Health Services
* Women's and Children's Services
* Oncology Services
* Cardiology Services
* Renal Services
* Specialist Outpatient Clinics
You will work within a well-established and supportive mental health team committed to education, innovation, and patient-centred care.
Lifestyle & Location: Located in one of Victoria's most attractive regional centres, this vibrant city offers an outstanding quality of life.
Enjoy
* Only 90 minutes from Melbourne
* Affordable housing and excellent schools
* Thriving arts, food, and café culture
* Rich history and beautiful heritage streetscapes
* Easy access to the Grampians region
* Renowned wineries and outdoor recreation
* Family-friendly lifestyle with short commutes
This is an ideal destination for doctors seeking professional development without sacrificing lifestyle.
Eligibility Applicants Should Have
* AHPRA registration or eligibility via an approved pathway
* Eligibility through the Competent Authority Pathway or Specialist Pathway
* Interest in Psychiatry and Mental Health
* Strong communication and multidisciplinary teamwork skills
Applications Are Encouraged From
* RANZCP Trainees
* Specialist Pathway doctors assessed as Partially Comparable
* Specialist Pathway doctors assessed as Substantially Comparable
* Career Medical Officers seeking Psychiatry experience
Why Apply?
* Excellent Psychiatry training and supervision
* Strong support for Specialist Pathway doctors
* Diverse and rewarding clinical experience
* Outstanding lifestyle close to Melbourne
* Modern regional referral hospital
* Supportive and welcoming multidisciplinary team
* Career progression opportunities within Mental Health Services
For a confidential discussion or further information, contact us today.
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