Adult Psychiatry - Staff Specialist

The Opportunity We are recruiting Staff Specialist Psychiatrists (Adult Psychiatry) to join a well-established mental health service in Sydney's sought-after Sutherland Shire.

These are permanent roles with full-time or part-time options, offering the opportunity to work across inpatient and community mental health services within a supportive, collegial team.

Applicants within 3 months of RANZCP Fellowship are encouraged to apply.

Your Role

Provide consultant-level psychiatric assessment and treatment

Work across a 28-bed acute inpatient unit, rehabilitation, and community services

Supervise and teach psychiatry trainees

Participate in multidisciplinary care planning

Contribute to quality improvement, education, and service development

About You

Fellowship of RANZCP (or equivalent specialist recognition)

Eligible or registered with AHPRA as a specialist psychiatrist

Applicants nearing Fellowship considered

Strong clinical experience in Adult Psychiatry

Commitment to teaching, collaboration, and high-quality public mental health care

Adaptable and team-focused approach

Lifestyle & Location Enjoy a coastal Sydney lifestyle, offering:

Pristine surf beaches and four national parks

A relaxed coastal environment just 25km from Sydney CBD

Excellent schools, cafes, restaurants, and family amenities

Easy access to the city, airport, and major transport links

The rare balance of metro career progression and beachside living

Benefits

Permanent Staff Specialist appointment

Competitive salary with accelerated progression to Senior Staff Specialist

Salary packaging to increase take-home pay

Flexible full-time or part-time working arrangements

Strong clinical governance and peer support

Teaching hospital environment with leadership opportunities

International Candidate Pathways Paragon Medics supports overseas-trained psychiatrists with:

AHPRA specialist registration guidance

RANZCP pathway and comparability advice

Visa eligibility assessment and planning

Relocation and settlement support when eligible

Long-term career planning within Australian public mental health services

About Paragon Medics Paragon Medics connects experienced medical professionals with leading hospitals across Australia. Our team specialises in consultant and specialist recruitment, supporting you from application to arrival.

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