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 - [email protected]