At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide specialist psychiatric services and support mental health initiatives.
- Company: Join a leading health service in the Hunter New England Health District.
- Benefits: Earn $2500 per day with inclusive rates and flexible locum cover.
- Other info: Experience stunning beaches and hiking in a world-heritage rainforest.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in mental health while enjoying beautiful coastal surroundings.
- Qualifications: Must have current AHPRA registration as a medical practitioner.
The predicted salary is between 67500 - 82500 $ per year.
Locum cover is required from 26 October 2026 - 29 January 2027.
Must have current AHPRA registration as a medical practitioner.
With this opportunity you will be joining a health service which delivers comprehensive and specialist mental health services across the Hunter New England Health District.
Position Details:
- Shift times: 0830 - 1700
Specialist services include:
- Mental health and substance use
- Psychiatric rehabilitation
- Neuropsychiatry
- Consultation liaison psychiatry
- Centre for Psychotherapy
- Forensic services
Location information: The hospital is located in a harbour city in the state of NSW and is roughly a 2-hour drive from Sydney. Situated in the heart of the Hunter Region and is bordered by a stunning coastline with beautiful beaches.
Activities around the area include:
- Hiking in a world-heritage listed rainforest
- Wineries
- Relax on the numerous beaches
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