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Staff Specialist Psychiatrist (Rehabilitation Services)
Townsville region
| Staff Specialist (Consultant Psychiatrist), Rehabilitation Services, Townsville University Hospital – L18–L27, Permanent Full-time Join a collaborative multidisciplinary team delivering recovery-focused care in a secure rehabilitation setting, with opportunities for teaching and research at a leading regional tertiary hospital. |
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Medical |
| Classification | L18-L27 |
| Workplace Location | Townsville region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/TV671164 |
| Closing date | 15-Jan-2026 |
| Job duration | Permanent Full-time |
| Contact person | Dr Anthony Fernando |
| Contact details | (07) 4433 9871 Access the National Relay Service |
About the work unit / facility
The Rehabilitation Services within the Mental Health Service Group (MHSG) deliver recovery-focused care for consumers with complex mental health needs. This includes the Secure Mental Health Rehabilitation Unit (SMHRU) at Townsville University Hospital, providing a safe and structured environment for rehabilitation, and other programs supporting community reintegration.
About your new employer
Townsville HHS is the public healthcare provider for over 250,000 people across 150,000km². We operate 21 facilities and employ more than 6,600 staff. We are committed to clinical excellence, career development, a supportive culture, and work/life balance. As a major teaching hospital, we train future health professionals and lead research initiatives to advance healthcare.
We offer:
- Clinical Excellence: Deliver specialist psychiatric care in a secure rehabilitation setting with access to advanced clinical practices.
- Career Growth: Opportunities for research, teaching, and leadership within a major tertiary hospital and through partnerships with James Cook University.
- Supportive Culture: Work in a collegial multidisciplinary team with strong peer and operational support.
- Work/Life Balance: Enjoy a coastal lifestyle in North Queensland with short commutes and vibrant community living.
Competitive salary and benefits
- Salary between $8062.00 – $10221.70 per fortnight (L18–L27).
- 4 to 6 weeks p.a. recreational leave with 14-17.5% loading.
- Generous employer contribution to superannuation of 12.75%.
Additional benefits include salary packaging options, generous leave entitlements, and professional development support.
About your opportunity
As a Staff Specialist (Consultant Psychiatrist), you will lead and manage the provision of psychiatric services within the Rehabilitation Services program area. This includes delivering high-quality clinical care, guiding multidisciplinary teams, contributing to research and teaching, and supporting recovery-focused care for consumers with complex needs in secure and community settings.
Requirements
- Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists or equivalent.
- Qualifications in Psychiatry, recognised by the Royal Australian & New Zealand College of Psychiatrists, and current registration with/or eligibility for registration as a Specialist with the Medical Board of Australia.
- Ongoing professional development relevant to the delivery of specialist Mental Health Services to maintain appropriate registration and/or association requirements is a requirement of all staff within the MHSG.
- Eligibility for registration as a specialist medical practitioner in Australia.
- Demonstrated experience in psychiatric practice and clinical leadership.
- Commitment to quality improvement, research, and teaching.
- Vaccination requirements as per Queensland Health policy.
- A probationary period may apply.
Application details
Enquiries are welcome, for a confidential discussion please contact:
Dr Anthony Fernando on (07) 4433 9871.
Closing Date: Thursday, 15 January 2026.
Submit your application via https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV671164, include your CV, referee details, and a short response addressing the key responsibilities.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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