Flexible, well-supported role with genuine scope to shape your practice If you’re looking for a role where you can have real clinical influence, be part of a close-knit team, and still enjoy a high quality of life outside of work — this one is worth exploring. We’re currently partnering with a well-established regional referral hospital in Victoria to support the appointment of a Consultant Psychiatrist. This is a service that genuinely values collaboration, flexibility, and innovation in mental health care.
The Opportunity
You’ll be joining a relatively compact but highly capable Mental Health & Wellbeing Service supporting a regional population of approximately 70,000 across a large catchment area.
The structure allows for
- A broad and meaningful clinical scope across inpatient and community settings - Close collaboration with consultation‑liaison and inpatient psychiatry teams - Direct engagement with an experienced Clinical Director and multidisciplinary team - Opportunities for mentorship, making it particularly appealing for newer Fellows This is a role where your voice is heard, and your clinical input has a visible impact on service delivery.
The Hospital The service sits within a major regional health provider with:
- Approximately 175+ beds - A workforce of over 1,000 staff delivering care across the regionli> - Strong links with Monash University and La Trobe University for teaching and training Mental health services include:
- Acute inpatient care - Community mental health services - Consultation‑liaison psychiatry - Crisis and outreach support What’s on Offer - Flexible appointment: Full-time or part-time options - Relocation support available - Opportunities to develop private practice alongside public work - Access to salary packaging and novated leasing - Ongoing professional development and career progression - Supportive, innovative team environment - Free onsite parking and staff wellbeing programs Why Mildura? Mildura offers a lifestyle that’s often hard to find in larger cities:
- Located on the iconic Murray River, it’s perfect for boating, fishing, and outdoor living - Known for its thriving food and wine scene, with local produce and wineries right on your doorstep - A family-friendly community with strong schooling options and a safe, relaxed setting - Significantly lower cost of living compared to metro areas, particularly housing - A genuine work‑life balance, with minimal commute times and more time outside of work - Regular flights provide convenient access to Melbourne when needed It’s the kind of place where people often move for a role — and stay for the lifestyle. Who We’re Looking For - Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (or eligibility) - Doctors assessed by RAZCP deemed substantially or partially comparable encouraged to apply - Current registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency - Strong commitment to patient‑centred care - Experience or interest in community, crisis, or outreach psychiatry highly regarded