Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Consultant Psychiatrist – Inpatient Mental Health Unit

Location: Illawarra and Shoalhaven, NSW, Australia

Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time (part-time hours can be negotiated)

Start Date: Negotiable

Salary: Competitive (aligned with NSW Health Staff Specialist Award), with relocation assistance and visa sponsorship available

About the Role

Illawarra and Shoalhaven Local Health District is seeking an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist to join the Inpatient Mental Health Unit, providing acute psychiatric care in a hospital setting. The role involves working within a multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, evidence-based treatment and support recovery.

International candidates are welcome to apply. Support for AHPRA registration and visa sponsorship is available.

Why Illawarra and Shoalhaven?

• Access to modern healthcare facilities and professional development
• A scenic region with coastal towns, mountain ranges, and national parks
• A welcoming community with a strong focus on wellbeing and lifestyle
• Convenient access to Sydney and regional hubs

• • If you’re looking for a fulfilling role in a supportive team and a location that offers both professional growth and lifestyle benefits, we’d love to hear from you. Enquire today to learn more about the role and receive a copy of the position description.

This health district was formed on 1 January 20133, and has a catchment area of around 250 km along a coastal strip of NSW. This is one of the region’s largest employers with a workforce of more than 7,300 across eight hospitals and community health services.