Staff Specialist / Senior Staff Specialist – Old Age Psychiatry
An exciting opportunity is available for an Old Age Psychiatrist (Staff Specialist / Senior Staff Specialist) to join a well-established Older Persons Mental Health Service within a leading tertiary health network in Australia’s capital region.
This is a permanent full-time position offering strong clinical complexity, excellent remuneration, and a highly supportive academic and multidisciplinary environment.
What’s on Offer
✔ Total package up to $528K+ (dependent on experience)
✔ Relocation support up to $55,000 (eligible interstate candidates)
✔ Visa sponsorship available (eligible candidates)
✔ Flexible working arrangements
✔ Salary packaging + private practice allowance
✔ 4–5 weeks annual leave + 4 weeks study/education leave
✔ On-call and professional allowances
The Role
- Provide specialist Old Age Psychiatry services across inpatient and community settings
- Manage complex presentations including severe mental illness and high-risk patients
- Deliver assessment, treatment, and ongoing care including ECT services
- Participate in governance, teaching, supervision, and service development
- Contribute to a recovery-focused, person-centred model of care
What We’re Looking For
- Fellowship of RANZCP with Certificate of Advanced Training in Old Age Psychiatry
- Specialist registration with AHPRA
- Strong experience in inpatient and community older persons mental health
- High-level clinical, leadership, and communication skills
- Commitment to teaching, research, and multidisciplinary collaboration
Why This Role?
Work in a well-resourced tertiary environment with strong teaching hospitals, academic partnerships, and a highly supportive multidisciplinary team. The role offers a rare balance of clinical depth, academic opportunity, and lifestyle stability in a modern capital city.
The region offers an outstanding lifestyle with short commutes, cultural amenities, green space, and easy access to both nature and urban living.
About Paragon Medics
Paragon Medics connects healthcare professionals with rewarding roles across Australia. We offer end-to-end recruitment services to help you transition smoothly into your next career opportunity.
