Permanent Consultant Psychiatrist - Private Hospital Melbourne, VIC

Consultant Psychiatrist – Private Mental Health Hospital Melbourne 6 km East of CBD | Full-Time or Part-Time

We are seeking experienced Consultant Psychiatrists to join a highly supportive and collaborative team within a well-established, purpose‑built private mental health hospital in Melbourne’s south‑east.

This is a rare opportunity to secure the stability of a permanent salaried appointment while also benefiting from uncapped private billings, offering exceptional earning potential well above market norms.

Key Benefits

Permanent salaried contract

Base salary in excess of $400,000 p.a.

Highly attractive VMO billing structure

in addition to salary

Uncapped earning potential

– a unique private‑sector model

Full‑time or part‑time options

(minimum 3 days per week)

Modern, recently refurbished clinical facilities

Strong clinical governance and administrative support

Collegial, multidisciplinary team environment

The Facility This

purpose‑built private mental health unit

delivers comprehensive

inpatient services

and

structured day programs

for adults. The hospital provides consultation rooms and full administrative support, enabling clinicians to focus on delivering outstanding patient care within a professional, warm, and supportive environment.

Clinical Focus Areas Include:

Depression and anxiety disorders

Mood and obsessive‑compulsive disorders

Self‑harm behaviours

Post‑traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

Alcohol and substance dependency

This setting is ideal for psychiatrists seeking clinical excellence, autonomy, and long‑term career fulfilment, without sacrificing lifestyle or income potential.

Qualifications

Current

AHPRA registration

Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (FRANZCP)

– essential

Commitment to delivering

high‑quality, patient‑centred care

Strong professional integrity and clinical leadership skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

Alignment with values of:

Sincerity

Transparency

Collaboration

Integrity

Compassion

Professional boundaries

Mental health care here is not just about symptom management — it is about empowering patients to achieve resilience, recovery, and long‑term wellbeing. You’ll be supported to practise high‑quality psychiatry in an environment that values clinical autonomy, ethical practice, and collaborative care.

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