Consultant Psychiatrists & Clinical Directors
Northern NSW | Coastal Lifestyle | Multiple Leadership & Consultant Roles
The Opportunity
Live and work in one of Australia's most desirable coastal regions while advancing your career in Mental Health leadership and specialist practice.
We are currently recruiting for multiple Consultant Psychiatrist and Clinical Director positions across a progressive health service in Northern New South Wales, offering a unique blend of career progression, leadership opportunity, and exceptional lifestyle.
Available Roles
Clinical Director – Adult Inpatient Mental Health
Clinical Director – Adult Community Mental Health
Consultant Psychiatrist – Inpatient Mental Health
Consultant Psychiatrist – Mental Health Emergency Care (MHEC)
Consultant Psychiatrist – Acute Care Service
Consultant Psychiatrist – Child & Adolescent Mental Health (CAMHS)
Consultant Psychiatrist – Treatment Teams (Tweed & Grafton)
Consultant Psychiatrist – Consultation Liaison
The Role
You will provide high-quality, specialist psychiatric services within a multidisciplinary team environment, while contributing to clinical leadership, service development, and education.
Key Responsibilities
Delivering safe, evidence-based psychiatric care
Leading and supporting multidisciplinary teams
Supervising and mentoring junior medical staff and trainees
Contributing to clinical governance, service improvement, and quality initiatives
Supporting education, training, and workforce development
Clinical Director roles will additionally include strategic leadership, service planning,



and operational oversight.
The Location
Northern NSW offers a highly sought-after coastal lifestyle, combining natural beauty with vibrant communities:
World‐class beaches, surfing, and coastal living
National parks, hiking trails, and outdoor lifestyle
Thriving café culture, local markets, and arts scene
Easy access to major centres and international airports
Family‐friendly communities with excellent schools
Leadership and career progression opportunities
Supportive and collaborative mental health services
Diverse clinical exposure across inpatient and community settings
Genuine work‐life balance in a premium lifestyle location
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in regional mental health
International Medical Graduates (IMGs) Encouraged
482 visa sponsorship available
Assistance with RANZCP pathway and registration
Relocation support and initial accommodation
Structured onboarding and peer support
Requirements
UK Applicants:
MRCPsych
CCT (awarded from August **** onwards)
Other International Applicants:
Eligibility for Specialist Registration with AHPRA
Fellowship of the RANZCP or equivalent pathway
All Applicants:
Experience in Adult Mental Health and/or CAMHS
Solid commitment to multidisciplinary teamwork
Demonstrated leadership and clinical capability
Competitive salary + salary packaging options
Generous superannuation + annual leave loading
Flexible rostering and work arrangements
Relocation assistance + accommodation on arrival
Lower cost of living compared to metro locations
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📌 Psychiatry Consultant Specialist - Northern Nsw (New South Wales)
🏢 Sante Recruitment
📍 New South Wales