Psychiatry Registrar/ PHO

Psychiatry Registrar – Principal House Officer (PHO)

Advance Your Psychiatry Career in a High-Support, High-Exposure Environment

An exciting opportunity is available for a motivated and capable Psychiatry Registrar (PHO level) to join a dynamic mental health team within one of Australia’s largest and most well-respected public health services. This role offers excellent clinical exposure, strong supervision, and access to a supportive, multidisciplinary team committed to training and professional growth.

Whether you're working toward RANZCP Fellowship or seeking a highly structured PHO year, this opportunity provides diverse rotations, academic support, and hands-on experience across acute, inpatient, and community psychiatry.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Deliver day-to-day psychiatric care under the supervision of a Consultant Psychiatrist

• Rotate through a mix of inpatient, outpatient, and emergency psychiatry settings

• Conduct psychiatric assessments, develop management plans, and review patient progress

• Collaborate with senior clinicians, nursing, allied health, and medical staff to ensure holistic care

• Take part in teaching, case presentations, supervision of junior doctors, and hospital-wide education programs

• Participate in clinical audits, outcome reviews, and continuous service improvement initiatives

• Contribute to discharge planning and communication with patients, families, and carers

• Assist with community and home-based visits where relevant to the rotation

• Comply with all safety, quality, and clinical governance frameworks within the service

Role Details

• Temporary full-time contract (with potential for future part-time or job-share arrangements)

• Multiple rotation options across a major metropolitan mental health service

• Salary: $4,966 – $5,758 per fortnight + super + penalties

• Opportunities to transition into training positions or permanent registrar posts

• Supportive supervision and professional development in line with RANZCP standards

You’ll Need

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification

• Current registration or eligibility for registration with AHPRA

• Previous experience or strong interest in psychiatry

• Commitment to clinical education and continuous learning

• Excellent communication skills and ability to work well within a team

• Willingness to participate in on-call and after-hours rosters

Additional Requirements

• Fully vaccinated against MMR, Varicella, Pertussis, and Hepatitis B

• Willingness to undergo tuberculosis screening

• Valid driver’s licence (government vehicle use may be required)

About Us

At Paragon Medics, we specialise in placing medical professionals in Australia’s most rewarding clinical roles — from career-track registrar pathways to consultant and leadership positions. Our goal is to support your progression while ensuring each opportunity aligns with your lifestyle, values, and long-term goals.

This role offers the chance to join a forward-thinking mental health service that prioritises clinical supervision, staff wellbeing, and a culture of respect, learning, and safety. You'll work in a service known for its strong registrar teaching, excellent rotation variety, and multidisciplinary integration.

Want to Know More?

For a confidential discussion, contact Kiran at Paragon Medics:
📞 +61 2 8316 2844
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