Locum Consultant Psychiatrist | Private Psychiatric Hospital | Melbourne$2,500–$3,000 per day | 2 Days Per Week | Ongoing Opportunity An exciting opportunity is available for a
Locum Consultant Psychiatrist
to join the established medical team of a new private psychiatric hospital in Melbourne.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Psychiatrist seeking a
regular two-day-per-week commitment
, with flexible arrangements available and the potential to develop into a longer-term locum engagement.
The role offers a consistent inpatient caseload, an established multidisciplinary team and the opportunity to work across
General Adult and Addiction Psychiatry
.
The Opportunity
The successful Consultant Psychiatrist will manage an ongoing inpatient caseload of approximately
8–10 patients
, with reviews conducted twice per week.
Key aspects of the role include:
$2,500 – $3,000 per day
, depending on experience
Regular commitment of
2 days per week
Flexible working arrangements may be available
Option to work additional days with shorter hours or after-hours arrangements
Ongoing caseload of approximately
8–10 inpatients
Review inpatients twice weekly
Admissions across
General Adult and Addiction Psychiatry
Review of patients participating in day programs
Opportunity to develop a
longer-term locum arrangement
Suitable for doctors subject to the
10-year moratorium
, subject to individual eligibility
About the Hospital




The private psychiatric hospital has approximately
60 beds
and
5 ECT suites
, providing a broad range of specialist private mental health services.
You will join an established medical team comprising:
4 Visiting Medical Officers
1 Locum Psychiatrist
2 General Physicians
Nurse Practitioners
Experienced multidisciplinary clinical staff
Consulting rooms are available for Visiting Medical Officers, with
administrative support provided
, allowing you to focus on clinical care and patient outcomes.
Clinical Practice
The position provides exposure across a broad range of private psychiatric presentations, including:
General Adult Psychiatry
Addiction Psychiatry
Inpatient psychiatric care
Day programs
ECT services
Assessment and admission of new patients
Ongoing treatment and management
The established team environment provides an opportunity to work collaboratively with experienced medical, nursing and allied health professionals.
About You
To be considered for this chance, you will have:
Current
AHPRA registration
Fellowship of the RANZCP – essential
Appropriate experience in adult psychiatry
Commitment to high-quality, patient-centred care
Strong professional integrity
Effective clinical leadership skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
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📌 Locum Consultant Psychiatrist (Melbourne)
🏢 Sante Recruitment
📍 Melbourne