Job Psychiatrist, Hobart

Consultant Psychiatrist – Staff Specialist (Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry)
Location: Hobart, Tasmania
Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time
Salary: $216,300 – $310,389 + 11.5% Super + Salary Packaging & Relocation Support

We are seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist with expertise in Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry to join a leading public health service in Tasmania. Based in Hobart, this is a unique opportunity to work in a collaborative and multi-disciplinary mental health team within a major tertiary teaching hospital setting.

As a Staff Specialist in the Consultation-Liaison team, you will:

• Deliver high-quality general adult psychiatric services to inpatients and outpatients, including emergency and short-stay mental health settings.
• Act as a key consultant to a range of health professionals, including medical, allied health, and community providers.
• Supervise and mentor psychiatric registrars and junior medical staff.
• Play a pivotal role in advancing mental health care delivery aligned with national standards and service principles.

This position is within a well-established and highly respected public healthcare provider in Tasmania, known for its integrated services across acute, community, and mental health care. The hospital is one of the largest in the state and plays a critical role in serving the southern Tasmanian population with comprehensive, multidisciplinary healthcare services.

Why Tasmania?

Enjoy a fulfilling career while embracing Tasmania's exceptional lifestyle:

• Live in Hobart, a charming capital city surrounded by mountains, beaches, and national parks – all within a short commute.
• Experience a rich cultural scene, award-winning restaurants, and world-class outdoor activities.
• Benefit from excellent schools and a supportive environment for families.

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary aligned with experience and qualifications.
• Continuing Professional Development Allowance ($16,480 per annum).
• Salary packaging options and generous leave entitlements.
• Relocation assistance: up to $15,000 for overseas and $10,000 for interstate candidates.
• Vehicle allowance or provision of a fully maintained vehicle.
• Fitness Passport access – discounted access to gyms and fitness facilities across Tasmania.
• Opportunities for private practice income.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Specialist registration with the Medical Board of Australia in Psychiatry.
• Demonstrated experience in Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry and interest in teaching and supervision.
• Commitment to the values of excellence, respect, compassion, and accountability in healthcare delivery.

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