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Job Title


Psychiatry Consultant


Company : JPS Recruitment


Location : Darwin, Northern territory


Created : 2026-05-01


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

OpportunityWe are currently recruiting for a Consultant Psychiatrist to join a leading tertiary hospital. This role offers exposure to a wide range of presentations, including acute, community, and culturally diverse mental health care. The service is seeking a senior clinician who can provide high-quality psychiatric assessment and management, contribute to multidisciplinary care planning, and support junior medical staff. There is opportunity to be involved in service development and outreach programs, particularly in Indigenous mental health.Why JPS? Our team at JPS Medical offers a personalised, transparent approach backed by deep market knowledge across Australia. We take the time to understand what matters to you, whether thats career progression, location, or lifestyle and match you with opportunities that align. With strong relationships across metro, regional and rural health services, we provide access to roles you wont always find advertised along with ongoing support throughout the entire process. Benefits Attractive salary package with additional allowances Relocation assistance and subsidised accommodation options Generous leave entitlements including study leave Opportunities for teaching, training, and academic involvement Work in a setting with strong cultural diversity and unique case mix LocationLocated in a tropical city with a population of approximately 150,000+ this region offers a relaxed lifestyle with a strong sense of community. The area provides direct flights to major Australian cities and international destinations across Asia. Enjoy access to national parks, waterfalls, fishing, and outdoor adventures year-round. The city offers a range of public and private schooling options, making it suitable for families, along with a growing dining and cultural scene. Hospital:This is a major tertiary referral hospital with over 350 beds, servicing a vast region across.. The facility has seen ongoing investment, including recent upgrades to mental health units and emergency care infrastructure valued at over $100 million. Accredited for RANZCP training High-demand mental health service with diverse presentations Dedicated inpatient and community mental health teams Strong links with regional and remote outreach services Busy Emergency Department with significant annual presentations The hospital plays a critical role in delivering healthcare to both urban and remote communities, offering a truly varied and meaningful scope of practice. RequirementsTo apply you must either be: Hold or be eligible for registration with AHPRA Possess at least 12 months recent experience in Psychiatry Enrolled in or eligible for the RANZCP training program IMGs with a college interview date IMGs assessed by RANZCP and found to be substantially comparable How to applyFor more information, please Apply Now or call Corrie on 0485 938 ***. Alternatively, please forward your CV to ******@jpsrecruit.com.au If this role is not for you, but you are interested in hearing about what other opportunities I have right now, please get in touch! Please feel free to share this position with your colleagues who may be looking.