Consultant Psychiatrist | Regional Inpatient Mental Health Unit (WA Midwest) A unique opportunity is available for a Consultant Psychiatrist to join a rapidly developing inpatient mental health service in a coastal regional setting, supported by a major health system redevelopment and strong multidisciplinary team. This role offers the chance to work across inpatient and community mental health services, contribute to service development, and provide specialist psychiatric care to diverse rural and regional communities. What's on Offer ✔ Competitive remuneration up to approx. $412K-$523K super (or sessional options available) ✔ Permanent, fixed-term, full-time, part-time or sessional flexibility ✔ New and expanding inpatient mental health unit with modern facilities ✔ Strong multidisciplinary team including consultants, registrars, RMOs and interns ✔ Manageable on-call and caseload structure supporting work-life balance ✔ Regional incentives including relocation support and allowances ✔ Up to 4 weeks annual leave additional professional development leave ✔ Strong links to universities, training programs, and rural psychiatry pathways ✔ Coastal regional lifestyle with easy access to major metropolitan centres The Role Provide specialist psychiatric assessment and treatment across inpatient and community settings Deliver clinical leadership and consultation to GPs, allied health professionals and carers Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary mental health and AOD service Contribute to service planning, evaluation, and development of regional mental health care Participate in teaching, supervision, and support of trainees and junior doctors Engage in quality improvement and service innovation initiatives What We're Looking For Specialist registration (or eligibility) with AHPRA in Psychiatry Fellowship of the RANZCP (or equivalent) Strong experience in general adult mental health Interest in rural and regional mental health service delivery Ability to provide leadership within a multidisciplinary team Commitment to teaching, supervision, and continuous service improvement Why This Role? This is a rare chance to join a service at a pivotal stage of growth, combining meaningful clinical leadership with genuine regional impact. You'll have the autonomy to shape services while being supported by a collegial consultant group and an expanding mental health network. You'll also enjoy a lifestyle that blends coastal living with a relaxed regional pace, while still maintaining strong professional links to larger tertiary centres. About Paragon Medics Paragon Medics connects healthcare professionals with rewarding roles across Australia. We offer end-to-end recruitment services to help you transition smoothly into your next career opportunity.
