Perinatal Psychiatrist (Cairns)

 Temporary Part Time Perinatal Psychiatrist for leave relief over the next 12 months 

 📞 CALL US! Give Dawn Miller a call (07) 2100 9*** for a chat. 

🌅 Why Cairns? Tell me more… 

Cairns offers a relaxed tropical lifestyle with a vibrant city atmosphere and easy access to beaches, rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef. Residents enjoy a warm climate, outdoor living and a welcoming community.

The city features excellent facilities, including shopping centres, quality schools, modern healthcare services, restaurants and entertainment options. Popular attractions include the Cairns Esplanade Lagoon, Kuranda Scenic Railway, Skyrail Rainforest Cableway and nearby island destinations.

There is no shortage of activities, with opportunities for fishing, boating, diving, hiking, mountain biking and exploring the natural beauty of Far North Queensland. Cairns combines modern conveniences with a laid-back lifestyle, making it an attractive place to live, work and enjoy.

🩺 About the role: 

This is an opportunity for a Perinatal Psychiatrist to join the Torres and Cape Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs Service and make a meaningful contribution in the lives of women, infants and families across remote and diverse communities.

Working remotely means practising psychiatry differently. You'll provide specialist assessment, treatment and clinical leadership while building strong relationships with consumers, families, colleagues and community partners, supported by an experienced multidisciplinary team.

Your expertise, skills and dedication will help deliver culturally responsive, recovery-focused care that improves mental health outcomes for women and families throughout the perinatal journey. You'll work in a supportive environment offering unique professional experiences, cultural connection and opportunities to grow, learn and make a lasting impact.

Perinatal mental health care in Torres and Cape calls for collaboration, adaptability and clinical expertise, allowing you to make a difference during some of life's most important moments.

🌿 What we're looking for — someone who:  

• is experienced in perinatal psychiatry and passionate about improving mental health outcomes for women, infants and families.
• is collaborative, culturally responsive and committed to delivering high-quality care across diverse and remote communities.
• thrives in a multidisciplinary environment, building strong partnerships and delivering compassionate, culturally safe care.

🏡 What's on offer: 

• Torres and Cape will give you a career with purpose
• Total remuneration value of $434,074–$543,172 (L18–L27) - Base salary between $223,136 –$282,912 (L18–L27) - Full Time Equivalent payment will be pro-rata for part-time hours
• Employer superannuation contribution of 12.75% plus salary packaging
• Excellent benefits, allowances and more!

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Torres and Cape HHS Values — Courage | Accountability | Respect | Engage

How do I apply? Applications should be submitted online via the Smart Jobs and Careers website.

Please no unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies.