Consultant/Specialist Psychiatrist

Build a Career. Live the Lifestyle. We are seeking a Consultant/Specialist Psychiatrist to join a dedicated team. This is an opportunity to combine rewarding clinical leadership with an exceptional coastal lifestyle and within easy reach of Melbourne. This full‑time permanent position offers a rare opportunity to build your career in a thriving regional centre while enjoying an exceptional lifestyle. Surrounded by lush rural landscapes and breathtaking ocean views, you will be part of a welcoming community where quality of life truly comes first.

Be part of something bigger. Build a fulfilling career where your work genuinely matters.

Located on Victoria's spectacular coast (3hrs drive from Melbourne) this region offers the best of both worlds: meaningful specialist work within a leading acute referral service, alongside an unbeatable coastal lifestyle.

Why You'll Love Living Here

Renowned food, wine and arts culture

A welcoming community with excellent schools

Affordable, family‑friendly living

Salary package up to $440,000 plus

A vibrant regional city with everything you need

Lifestyle highlights include:

Stunning coastline with pristine beaches, seaside walking and cycling trails

Unique natural wonders: whale watching, historic shipwrecks and ancient volcanoes

A thriving cultural scene with great dining, festivals and live sport

Expansive green spaces, parks and gardens for relaxation and recreation

The Role You will provide senior medical leadership within an integrated community and inpatient adult mental health service, working closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high‑quality, recovery‑focused psychiatric care.

Key Aspects Of The Role Include

Clinical leadership and governance of a case‑management team

Assessment and management of adults with high and low prevalence mental health conditions

Participation in the on‑call roster

Opportunity to participate in the ECT roster (training provided if required)

Teaching and supervision of registrars, junior doctors and medical students

You’ll be joining a collegial and well‑established consultant group, supported by regular peer review, Grand Rounds and a strong education culture. The Adult Mental Health Inpatient Unit is currently undergoing a $10.9 million redevelopment, offering modern facilities and an expanding medical workforce.

About You

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

Demonstrated competence in adult psychiatric assessment and management

A collaborative, patient‑centred approach and strong MDT engagement

Interest in education, supervision and service development

Commitment to evidence‑based practice, quality improvement and clinical governance

What’s On Offer

Permanent, secure specialist role

Attractive salary packaging options (meals & entertainment, novated leasing, additional super)

Funded professional development and ongoing clinical supervision

Access to leadership development programs

Excellent work life balance in a highly liveable coastal region

Make a meaningful impact while enjoying a coastal lifestyle few roles can offer.

Apply now – send your résumé/cover letter to nickiw@ccjobs.com.au or call Nicki at 0401 010048.

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