Locum Consultant Psychiatrist - Rural Cassowary

Locum Consultant Psychiatrist - Rural Cassowary

A coastal Queensland health service is seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist to provide support across a rural community mental health service.

Service Info

This position services rural communities in the Cassowary region - primarily Innisfail, Tully and Mossman. Hours are Monday to Friday0800-1630. The position is based out of Cairns 2 days per week and we prefer the consultant attend communities in person the other 3 days however there is capacity to modify this on a case-by-case basis. Clinic times are usually 0900-1530 to allow for travel to and from Cairns within business hours. On Cairns based days Drs attend to MDTs and VC clinics. There is 1 registrar attached to this team. No nights, on call or weekends. Mix of F2F, overnight accommodation and V/C from Cairns office. Supported by registrar and GP with advanced skills MH

Location Info

Nestled between tropical rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef, this picturesque Far North Queensland region offers a unique lifestyle with stunning natural scenery, beautiful beaches, and easy access to national parks. The area is known for its friendly communities, relaxed pace of life, and excellent outdoor recreation opportunities.

Rates

$2,300 per day

Dates

27 July 2026 - 18 December 2026

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• Dedicated Recruitment and Compliance Consultants to support your locum journey
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• Opportunities to explore Australia while working

Interested?

Please contact Conor Branigan via email for more information or click 'Apply'.

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