Consultant Psychiatrist Adult Mental HealthDarwin, Northern Territory | Top End Mental Health Service | Relocation Assistance Consultant-level Adult Psychiatry opportunity in Australia's tropical Top End.
Sante Recruitment is seeking an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist to join the Top End Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs Service (TEMHAODS) in Darwin.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Psychiatrist seeking a senior clinical role within a comprehensive public mental health service, with the added opportunity to contribute to medical student education and RANZCP postgraduate psychiatry training .
The Opportunity The successful applicant will provide Consultant-level clinical services in Adult Psychiatry across the Top End Mental Health Service as required.
The position provides the opportunity to work across inpatient and community-based mental health services while contributing to the ongoing development of a high-quality, recovery-focused mental health service.
Key responsibilities include: Providing specialist Consultant Psychiatric assessment and management Admission, treatment and discharge planning for patients Providing clinical leadership and specialist advice to multidisciplinary teams Working in accordance with the Northern Territory Mental Health and Related Services Act Maintaining high-quality clinical records and documentation Participating in clinical governance and service improvement activities Participating in the after-hours psychiatric on-call roster Working collaboratively with inpatient and community mental health services The successful candidate will work under the direction of the Director of Psychiatry and contribute to a supportive multidisciplinary environment.
Teaching Training This position provides an excellent opportunity for a Consultant Psychiatrist with an interest in education and supervision .
The successful applicant will participate in:



Teaching Psychiatry to medical students through the Northern Territory Clinical School The RANZCP Postgraduate Psychiatry Training Program Supervision and education of junior medical staff and psychiatry trainees Multidisciplinary education and professional development The role therefore offers the opportunity to combine clinical practice with teaching, supervision and specialist training .
About TEMHAODS The Top End Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs Service (TEMHAODS) delivers individualised, coordinated and recovery-focused mental health, alcohol and other drugs services to people across the Northern Territory.
The service provides: Health assessment Specialist psychiatric care Case management Recovery-focused treatment Prevention and early intervention Community-based mental health services Inpatient psychiatric care Collaboration with other government and community agencies TEMHAODS has integrated its service delivery structure to improve continuity of care, service integration and patient outcomes , while reducing duplication and barriers to accessing care.
This provides psychiatrists with the opportunity to work within a service committed to delivering coordinated, patient-centred mental healthcare across the Top End.
Remuneration Benefits The position offers a competitive Northern Territory public health remuneration package, including: Competitive Consultant Psychiatrist salary package 12% employer superannuation contribution 6 weeks annual recreational leave 3 weeks personal leave Additional 3 days paid leave over the Christmas period 17.5% annual leave loading Career development opportunities Relocation assistance may be available for eligible successful applicants The Darwin Lifestyle If you are currently living interstate, this is an opportunity to consider a genuine lifestyle change.
Darwin offers a unique combination of career opportunity, tropical living and work-life balance.
Enjoy: Tropical weather and outdoor living Spectacular sunsets Dramatic Top End thunderstorms and lightning displays Pristine rock pools,



waterfalls and natural swimming spots Easy access to some of Australia's most spectacular national parks Fishing, boating and other outdoor adventures A rich multicultural community Vibrant restaurants, markets and cultural experiences A relaxed and friendly community atmosphere Darwin provides an opportunity to experience a very different side of Australia while continuing to build a rewarding specialist medical career.
Relocation assistance may be available , making the move to the Northern Territory even easier for the successful candidate.
Requirements To be considered for this position, applicants must have: Specialist qualifications in Psychiatry Current registration with AHPRA , or eligibility for registration Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) , or eligibility for Fellowship Appropriate experience in adult psychiatry A sound understanding of inpatient and community-based multidisciplinary mental health services Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team Commitment to high-quality, recovery-focused patient care International Medical Graduates (SIMGs) with appropriate specialist qualifications and an eligible pathway to AHPRA/RANZCP recognition are encouraged to enquire.
Why Apply?
This is an outstanding opportunity for a Consultant Psychiatrist seeking to combine specialist clinical practice, teaching and professional development within one of Australia's most unique regions.
Consultant-level Adult Psychiatry Top End Mental Health Service Inpatient and community mental health exposure Medical student teaching RANZCP trainee teaching and supervision Competitive NT Health remuneration package 12% superannuation Six weeks annual leave Relocation assistance may be available Unique tropical Darwin lifestyle Apply Now For further information or a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, please contact Sante Recruitment .
With over 20 years' experience in the medical recruitment business , Sante Recruitment will ensure that your application process is dealt with in a timely manner, adhering to the highest ethical and professional standards.
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