Why This Role Stands Out
As a Forensic Psychiatrist in Central Australia, you'll gain invaluable experience in both forensic and community mental health settings, making a profound impact on Indigenous health and contributing to vital teaching programs. This role offers a highly competitive remuneration package and generous leave, perfect for a specialist passionate about unique challenges and a balanced lifestyle. Apply now to embark on this rewarding career journey!
Quick Overview
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist to join a Mental Health, Alcohol, and Other Drugs team in the Central Australia region. This role offers a rare opportunity to work across both forensic and community mental health settings in one of the most unique and culturally rich parts of Australia.
This position is ideal for a specialist who is passionate about making a difference in remote and Indigenous health while contributing to teaching and training programs for medical students and psychiatry registrars.
What’s on Offer?
This position comes with an attractive remuneration package and benefits, including:
- Specialist Clinician: $248,765 - $304,012
- Senior Specialist Clinician: $314,354 - $347,549
- Additional allowances:
- Professional Training Allowance: $21,603 - $27,967
- Second Roster Allowance: $41,433
- Private Practice Allowance: $103,538 - $145,005
- Salary packaging benefits: $9,010
- 6 weeks annual leave + 2 weeks professional development leave
- Superannuation and leave loading
- Relocation and repatriation reimbursement
About the Location
Alice Springs is a vibrant community surrounded by stunning desert landscapes and national parks. With a laid-back lifestyle, it offers the perfect balance of adventure, cultural immersion, and work-life balance. This region provides an unparalleled opportunity to work with Indigenous populations, addressing unique healthcare challenges and contributing to meaningful change.
About the Role
- Deliver expert psychiatric care across community and forensic settings (50:50 split).
- Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team to improve mental health outcomes.
- Contribute to teaching psychiatry to medical students and postgraduate trainees.
- Flexible working arrangements considered.
What You’ll Bring
- Fellowship with the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (FRANZCP) or equivalent.
- Specialist registration with the Medical Board of Australia.
- A genuine interest in rural and remote health and a commitment to culturally sensitive care.
If you'd like to learn more about this opportunity, please feel free to get in touch with Anna at ania@mediix.com.au!
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