At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead mental health services and drive community-focused care in a vibrant region.
- Company: Join North West Hospital and Health Service, dedicated to quality healthcare.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous leave, professional development, and relocation incentives.
- Other info: Experience the beauty of rural Queensland and work in a supportive community.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in mental health while enjoying a unique lifestyle in Mount Isa.
- Qualifications: Must be a registered Psychiatrist with relevant qualifications and experience.
About the role This is a unique opportunity for an experienced Psychiatrist to provide clinical and strategic leadership across North West Hospital and Health Service's Mental Health and Alcohol and Other Drug Services.
Working closely with the Service Director, you will play a key role in driving service development, strengthening clinical governance, and delivering high-quality, person-centred care to communities across the region.
Working with us Competitive remuneration package based on full-time equivalent value up to $645,706 comprising: Base salary ranges between $223,136 and $282,912 p. a. (L18 - L27).
Long Service Leave and Sick Leave accrual.5 weeks annual recreational leave accumulation with 17.5% loading when taken.
Generous employer contribution to superannuation of 12.75%.
Attraction and retention incentive allowance of 50% base annual salary.
Regional and rural attraction allowance of 15% base annual salary.
Motor vehicle allowance.
Professional development allowance and leave of 3.6 weeks p. a.
Inaccessibility allowance.
Tax savings through salary sacrificing options are also available.
Plus we can offer: Accommodation (Provided as per NWHHS Procedure for Staff Accommodation)Requirements Current Specialist Psychiatry registration with or/eligible for Specialist Psychiatry registration with the Medical Board of Australia.
Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (FRANZCP) or equivalent acceptable to the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists and registrable as a specialist with the Medical Board of Queensland.
Able to prescribe Opioid Substitution Therapy (OSTP)Mandatory requirements are a relevant tertiary degree qualification and appropriate registration/licences.
C Class Motor Vehicle Licence.
Pre-employment screening will be conducted for the successful applicant, including Criminal History checks.
This is a VPD risk role and may require evidence of vaccination or immunity to: Hepatitis A/B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis, and Tuberculosis.
A period of probation may apply.
About North West Hospital and Health Service The North West Hospital and Health Service (NWHHS) delivers public health services across approximately 300,000 square kilometres, supporting remote communities throughout North Western Queensland and the Gulf of Carpentaria.
We are committed to promoting community wellbeing and providing high-quality, accessible and effective healthcare for all.
Unique locations Friendly communities Regional, rural and remote $$ incentives The lifestyle in Mount Isa is family friendly; it is a vibrant city with an outback community feel.
You will fall in love with the natural splendour of the North West Queensland region, the experience of a rural/urban community and the opportunity to make a real and positive difference... and want to stay.
Mount Isa is a great place to live and work!Interested?Download the Role Description for further information and application / interview preparation.
Contact: Dr Erica West on (07) 4744 4882.
Applications close: Friday, 30 October 2026.
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