Consultant Psychiatrist Inpatient - Sydney, AUS

Job Description

Currently we have an excellent opportunity to lead adult acute inpatient psychiatry across Sydney public services. They can offer granted private practice rights allowing you to generate income from treating private patients within the public system.

Salary: Up to $550,000 p.a. (£270,000) - inclusive of super, allowance and earnings from private access rights.
Position: Consultant - Psychiatrist (General Adult) - Inpatient
Hours: Full-time
Settings: Acute/intensive/rehabilitation inpatient units
Location: Sydney, NSW

Your key responsibilities will be;

• Comprehensive assessment and evidence-based treatment for severe mental illness
• Lead MDT ward rounds and discharge planning
• Consultation-liaison to ED and general wards
• Risk formulation, safety planning, and escalation pathways
• Supervise registrars, RMOs, and students
• Contribute to governance, audits, and research
• Participate in rostered after-hours on-call

For this role, we're looking for someone who has;

• MBBS or equivalent registrable with AHPRA
• Must be on specialist register by CCT and MRCPSYCH
• Demonstrated leadership in multidisciplinary care

What benefits are on offer

• Motor vehicle allowance
• Professional development allowance
• Granted private practice rights
• Protected teaching/research time
• Supportive multidisciplinary teams
• Structured clinical governance
• Sydney metro lifestyle

What can Athona offer you?

• Experts in the healthcare sector offering a professional and supportive service
• Nationwide vacancies available in Australia and the UK
• Support from start to finish, including negotiations and onboarding
• Guidance on visas, medical registration, and relocation
• A supportive team who truly care about your career goals
• Ongoing contact to ensure your new job continues to fulfil your ambition

Interested? Simply apply above today to enjoy these excellent career prospects and reap the rewards of making a real difference to others, every day.

If you are interested in learning more about this job role or any other opportunities through Athona, get in touch with Lewis on or drop an email to