Consultant Psychiatrist (Adult &/or Child and Adolescent) – Northam, WAWe are currently partnering with a leading regional health service in Northam to recruit Consultant Psychiatrists across Adult and Child & Adolescent Mental Health.This is a rare opportunity to step into a high-impact regional role where your clinical expertise directly shapes mental health outcomes across an entire community.The OpportunityJoin the Wheatbelt Mental Health Service, delivering comprehensive, community-based psychiatric care across a diverse population.Work across Adult, CAMHS, Youth, Aboriginal and Older Adult Mental Health programsProvide specialist assessment, diagnosis, and treatment in a community-focused model of carePlay a key role in clinical leadership, governance, and service developmentCollaborate with a strong multidisciplinary team (psychologists, nurses, social workers, Aboriginal health workers)Opportunity for outreach work across surrounding sites including Narrogin, Merredin, and GinginSalary & BenefitsTotal package: approx. $412,000 – $523,000+ p.a. (inclusive of 12% super + PD allowance)Additional consultant range: $333,000 – $448,000Sessional rates: $790 – $1,003 per session4 weeks annual leave + 3 weeks professional development leave5 weeks overseas PD leave after 5 yearsRegional incentives including district allowance, accommodation support, and relocation assistanceFlexible working options: full-time, part-time, or sessionalStrong focus on teaching, supervision, and ongoing professional developmentAbout the Hospital & ServiceNortham Hospital is the primary referral hospital for the Wheatbelt region:Approximately 70–80 beds, functioning as a Tier 3 regional hospitalProvides Emergency, General Medicine, Maternity, and Mental Health servicesClose integration with Perth tertiary services (just over 1 hour away)The Wheatbelt Mental Health Service delivers:Adult Mental Health (18–65)Child & Adolescent Mental Health (0–18)Youth services (15–24)Aboriginal Mental Health programsOlder Adult Mental Health servicesThis is a community-driven service, allowing for continuity of care and meaningful long-term patient outcomes.Why Northam?Northam offers an exceptional lifestyle for clinicians seeking balance:Only one hour from Perth, providing access to city amenities without the daily congestionAffordable housing and lower cost of living compared to metropolitan areasRelaxed pace of life with strong community connection and support networksAccess to nature, open spaces, and outdoor activities year-roundIdeal for families, with local schools and growing infrastructureOpportunity to make a genuine difference in a regional community, both clinically and personallyRequirementsFellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (or equivalent)Eligibility for specialist registration with AHPRAExperience in adult and/or child & adolescent psychiatryOpen to UK/Ireland trained psychiatrists via the Expedited Specialist PathwayWhy This Role?This is not a high-volume metro role — it’s an opportunity to lead, influence, and see the direct impact of your work across an entire region, while maintaining a genuinely balanced lifestyle.If you’re open to exploring this opportunity, feel free to reach out for a confidential discussion - ania@mediix.com.au
Consultant Psychiatrist (Adult &/or Child and Adolescent) – Northam, WA
We are currently partnering with a leading regional health service in Northam to recruit Consultant Psychiatrists across Adult and Child & Adolescent Mental Health.
This is a rare opportunity to step into a high-impact regional role where your clinical expertise directly shapes mental health outcomes across an entire community.
The Opportunity
Join the Wheatbelt Mental Health Service, delivering comprehensive, community-based psychiatric care across a diverse population.
- Work across Adult, CAMHS, Youth, Aboriginal and Older Adult Mental Health programs
- Provide specialist assessment, diagnosis, and treatment in a community-focused model of care
- Play a key role in clinical leadership, governance, and service development
- Collaborate with a strong multidisciplinary team (psychologists, nurses, social workers, Aboriginal health workers)
- Opportunity for outreach work across surrounding sites including Narrogin, Merredin, and Gingin
Salary & Benefits
- Total package: approx. $412,000 – $523,000+ p.a. (inclusive of 12% super + PD allowance)
- Additional consultant range: $333,000 – $448,000
- Sessional rates: $790 – $1,003 per session
- 4 weeks annual leave + 3 weeks professional development leave
- 5 weeks overseas PD leave after 5 years
- Regional incentives including district allowance, accommodation support, and relocation assistance
- Flexible working options: full-time, part-time, or sessional
- Strong focus on teaching, supervision, and ongoing professional development
About the Hospital & Service
Northam Hospital is the primary referral hospital for the Wheatbelt region:
- Approximately 70–80 beds, functioning as a Tier 3 regional hospital
- Provides Emergency, General Medicine, Maternity, and Mental Health services
- Close integration with Perth tertiary services (just over 1 hour away)
The Wheatbelt Mental Health Service delivers:
- Adult Mental Health (18–65)
- Child & Adolescent Mental Health (0–18)
- Youth services (15–24)
- Aboriginal Mental Health programs
- Older Adult Mental Health services
This is a community-driven service, allowing for continuity of care and meaningful long-term patient outcomes.
Why Northam?
Northam offers an exceptional lifestyle for clinicians seeking balance:
- Only one hour from Perth, providing access to city amenities without the daily congestion
- Affordable housing and lower cost of living compared to metropolitan areas
- Relaxed pace of life with strong community connection and support networks
- Access to nature, open spaces, and outdoor activities year-round
- Ideal for families, with local schools and growing infrastructure
- Opportunity to make a genuine difference in a regional community, both clinically and personally
Requirements
- Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (or equivalent)
- Eligibility for specialist registration with AHPRA
- Experience in adult and/or child & adolescent psychiatry
- Open to UK/Ireland trained psychiatrists via the Expedited Specialist Pathway
Why This Role?
This is not a high-volume metro role — it’s an opportunity to lead, influence, and see the direct impact of your work across an entire region, while maintaining a genuinely balanced lifestyle.
If you’re open to exploring this opportunity, feel free to reach out for a confidential discussion - ania@mediix.com.au
