ME Medical Recruitment --- Consultant Psychiatrist – Mental Health Services
Permanent | Full-Time - VISA offered
Western Australia
ME Medical Recruitment is currently seeking a
Consultant Psychiatrist
to join a well-established public mental health service in
Western Australia
. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced Psychiatrists looking for a senior clinical leadership role with a strong focus on
community and regional mental health care
, multidisciplinary collaboration, and service development.
This role is suitable for
substantive appointments
and is open to
internationally trained Psychiatrists
eligible for specialist registration in Australia.
The Role
As a Consultant Psychiatrist, you will provide high-level
clinical leadership, assessment, diagnosis and treatment
for adult mental health patients across a regional mental health service. The position includes a mix of
community-based care, inpatient consultation, outreach and telepsychiatry
, and plays a key role in shaping service delivery.
You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team including Psychiatry Registrars, RMOs, nursing staff, allied health professionals and Aboriginal health services.
Key Responsibilities
Provide consultant-level psychiatric assessment, diagnosis and treatment
Deliver clinical leadership and specialist advice across mental health services
Participate in community,



inpatient and telehealth service delivery
Support and supervise Psychiatry Registrars and junior medical staff
Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and service planning
Contribute to safety, quality improvement and clinical governance activities
Participate in ECT governance and statutory reporting (where applicable)
Support culturally safe, trauma-informed and recovery-focused care
Essential Criteria
Eligible for
specialist registration with AHPRA
(Medical Board of Australia)
Fellowship with
RANZCP
or
equivalent specialist qualification
(UK CCT, Irish, Canadian RCPSC, American Board, or comparable)
Demonstrated experience working as a
Consultant / Attending Psychiatrist
Strong communication and leadership skills
Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
Desirable
Subspecialty interests, teaching or research experience
Experience in regional, rural or community mental health settings
Experience with telepsychiatry or outreach services
What's On Offer
Competitive consultant-level salary
(MP Year 1–9 equivalent)
Employer-funded superannuation
Relocation assistance may be available
Additional regional advantages and allowances
Supportive leadership and strong clinical governance
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in regional mental health
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