Job Description
Psychiatrist - Private Outpatient Clinic
ABOUT THE ROLE
Flexible
private outpatient work either from the comfort of your own home, on site or hybrid
Freedom
to accept or decline referrals based on your areas of interest and preferred patient population
Family
friendly hours working anywhere from one to ten sessions per week
Choice
to provide one-off assessments or longer-term ongoing care
Seamless
start due to thorough orientation, pre-start training, excellent admin support and proven workflow policies and protocols.
ABOUT US
Melbourne Mental Health
is a service complex located in the Inner East providing consultation rooms and administrative services for independent psychiatrists, psychologists and social workers to provide outstanding mental health services in a professional atmosphere of warmth and support. It is psychiatrist-led by Dr Steven Chau (rated #1 on RateMDs accurate as on December 4, 2022). There is current availability for a like-minded psychiatrist who share our strong values and want to provide impeccable patient care.
Team:
There are 12 psychiatrists, 1 mental health GP, 6 psychologists and 1 social worker located at Melbourne Mental Health.
Location:
Prestigious Auburn Road (Hawthorn) provides easy patient access via public transport, ample street parking, nearby parking for clinicians and local shops/cafes.
Environment:
There are 7 spacious consulting rooms over two levels with a comfortable waiting area on both floors. Additional facilities include a large meeting room and kitchen. Curated renovations and furnishings have been designed for exceptional comfort to enhance the therapeutic space.
BENEFITS FOR YOU
Earn a rewarding income
that is
ethical and sustainable
without compromising quality patient care or professional integrity.
We provide
full turn-key
service (logistics, booking, billings, typing, debt reconciliation, etc) so that you can focus solely on patient care and earn a healthy income without being tied down by administrative tasks.
New psychiatrists
will benefit from an instant and large referral base (~500 per month) formed by Dr Chau’s outstanding reputation, valuable mentoring, practice efficiencies honed through nearly a decade of experience and upskilling in ADHD, PTSD and addiction (if desired).
Experienced psychiatrists
can maximise financial efficiency through astute secretarial systems, avoidance of inpatient admissions and opportunity for future equity buy-in and retirement planning.
In-depth support and orientation
is personally provided by Dr Steven Chau to ensure you have a seamless experience in providing private patient care.
Optional
monthly peer group meetings
provide ongoing support, a deep sense of collegiality and help ensure best practices are always maintained.
Support team:
Hand-picked, long-term team led by an experienced manager to provide exemplary and complete administrative support so you can practice with ease.
Systems:
Full IT infrastructure and medical software suite with remote telehealth access, escripts and support for paperless environment-friendly digitisation.
ABOUT YOU
Ideal clinicians will have a strong desire to provide high quality patient care
A warm, empathic and friendly personality
Belief in the environmental and patient benefits of paperless health technology and openness to utilise these in their clinical work.
Experience in ADHD is highly valued but not mandatory
An understanding of the value of being a part of a cohesive and caring clinical team
Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists
Specialist Registration with AHPRA
Professional indemnity insurance
Reside in Australia
Australian/New Zealand citizenship/residency
Job Type:
Contract
Work Location:
Hybrid or on site in Hawthorn, VIC 3122
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Job Details
Posted Date:
December 3, 2025
Job Type:
Arts and Entertainment
Location:
Melbourne, Australia
Company:
Melbourne Mental Health
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