Consultant Psychiatrist – Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry Location: Gosford Hospital, Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD), NSW, Australia Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time (part-time hours negotiable) Salary: Competitive (aligned with NSW Health Staff Specialist Award), with relocation assistance and visa sponsorship available About the Role Gosford Hospital is seeking a dedicated and experienced Consultant Liaison Psychiatrist to join its multidisciplinary mental health team. This role is pivotal in delivering psychiatric care to patients across the hospital, including the Emergency Department, medical, and surgical wards. Key responsibilities include: Providing expert psychiatric consultation and liaison services across inpatient and emergency settings Collaborating with general medical teams to support integrated, person-centred care Supervising and mentoring junior medical staff and psychiatry trainees Contributing to service development, quality improvement initiatives, and culturally safe practices Why Gosford? Gosford is a vibrant regional centre offering the best of coastal living with access to metropolitan amenities: Lifestyle: Surrounded by beaches, bushland, and waterways Accessibility: Just over an hour from Sydney, with excellent transport links Community: A supportive and diverse population with a strong health and education infrastructure This is an excellent opportunity for psychiatrists passionate about integrated care and multidisciplinary collaboration in a progressive and well-resourced hospital setting. Enquire today to learn more about the role and receive a copy of the position description. This is a 484-bed public hospital, 76km North of Sydney CBD, and provides a range of medical, surgical and maternity services to the Central Coast Region of NSW. The hospital's emergency department is the third busiest in the state. There are multiple services including: • Aboriginal Health • Adult Community Services • Audiology • Cancer Services • Cardiology • Chest Clinic • Children’s Services • Dental Services • Women’s Health and Maternity • Mental Health • Public Health Location Information The area is known for its splendid natural setting, tourist attractions and thriving business industries. With a mild climate, ocean beaches, bushland and forests, as well as its proximity to Sydney, it is a popular holiday destination. The nearest major airport is 85 km from the hospital. From Sydney’s CBD, there is a direct train service to the hospital which takes 1.5 hours.
