Clinical Director of Psychiatry Department of Health
- Alice Springs Full-time or Part time, fixed term up to 5 years. Alice Springs, Northern Territory Salary $270,033
- $298,705 Plus, generous allowances and professional development leave.
- Managerial Allowance**: $22,852
- Second Roster Allowance**: $43,829
- Specialist Private Practice Allowance, Category B**: 50% of ordinary annual salary per annum (approximately $138,662
- $153,385)
- Professional Development Allowance**: $30,471
- Other allowances available as per [Medical Officers NTPS 2026
- 2029 Enterprise Agreement](https://ocpe.nt.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0008/1648367/medical-officers-ntps-2026-2029-enterprise-agreement.pdf)*,
* In addition,

we offer

- Hospital salary packaging up to $9,010
- Additional salary packaging options for mortgage, rent and other living expenses
- 12% superannuation
- Relocation assistance in accordance with the Medical Officers Relocation NTH Guideline
- 6 weeks recreation leave
- 2 weeks professional development leave ***Please note that all allowances are based on the
* [*Medical Officers NTPS 2026
- 2029 Enterprise Agreement*](https://ocpe.nt.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0008/1648367/medical-officers-ntps-2026-2029-enterprise-agreement.pdf)*, are subject to eligibility requirements, and are provided as a guide only.* More Than a Career Move. A Life Move. Imagine swapping traffic jams for spectacular desert sunsets. Trading long commutes for real work-life balance. Building your clinical leadership career while making a genuine impact in one of Australia's most unique and rewarding healthcare environments. In Alice Springs, you'll find world-class healthcare challenges, extraordinary cultural experiences, and the opportunity to lead meaningful change across mental health services in Central Australia. Why Move to the Northern Territory?
· Earn a highly competitive executive-level salary




· Relocation support and additional allowances and incentives
- [read more here](https://healthjobs.nt.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0006/1579452/Medical-Officer-Incentives-Poster-August-2025.pdf)
· Live in the heart of Australia, surrounded by iconic landscapes
· Experience rich Aboriginal culture and strong community connections
· Enjoy outdoor adventures, national parks, and year-round sunshine
· Lead complex and rewarding healthcare initiatives that truly matter The Opportunity As Clinical Director, you'll provide strategic and clinical leadership across Mental Health Services in the Central Australia Region, leading specialist medical teams while shaping the future direction of regional mental health care. You'll work closely with senior executives and key stakeholders to deliver high-quality, culturally responsive services across urban and remote communities. This role offers a rare opportunity to combine senior leadership responsibilities with specialist clinical practice while influencing service delivery across a vast and unique region. About You You are an experienced Psychiatrist and proven clinical leader who:
- Holds Specialist Registration and FRANZCP (or equivalent)
- Has extensive senior psychiatric practice experience
- Demonstrates solid leadership and governance capability
- Is passionate about culturally safe mental healthcare
- Thrives in collaborative, multidisciplinary environments
- Is ready for a career-defining leadership opportunity in regional Australia Discover Alice Springs Alice Springs offers a lifestyle unlike anywhere else in Australia:
· Stunning natural landscapes on your doorstep
· Hiking, camping and outdoor adventure year-round
· Vibrant arts, culture and community events
· Easy access to major Australian cities
· Strong sense of community and connection This is a chance to join a close-knit leadership team while experiencing one of Australia's most iconic regions. Explore living in Alice Springs
· [https://jointheterritory.nt.gov.au/](https://jointheterritory.nt.gov.au/)

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🏢 Department Of Health
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