In-Demand Psychiatrist Jobs in Westmead Nsw

Chief Psychiatrist- Staff Specialist Apply via eCredential
Health System Support Group —Sydney NSW
- $197,583 - $243,822 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Analysis skills
- Leadership
- Communication skills
7d
Chief Psychiatrist- Staff Specialist Apply via eCredential
NSW Health —St Leonards NSW
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Analysis skills
- Leadership
- Communication skills
7d
Counsellor
The Hills Rehab Centre —Sydney NSW
- Part-time
- Customer service
- Clinic
- Organisational skills
10d
NSLHD - Staff Specialist - Psychiatry - Clinical Director - Northern Beaches Mental Health Service (Apply via eCredential)
Northern Sydney Local Health District —Sydney NSW
- $197,583 - $243,822 a year
- Part-time
- Medicine
- Management
- Leadership
NSLHD - Staff Specialist - Psychiatry - Macquarie Hospital (Apply via eCredential)
Northern Sydney Local Health District —Sydney NSW
- $186,241 - $229,825 a year
- Part-time
- Medicine
- EMR systems
- Leadership
NSLHD - Staff Specialist - Psychiatry (Consultation-Liaison) - Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Mental Health Service (Apply via eCredential)
NSW Health —Hornsby NSW
- Part-time
- Medicine
- Communication skills
14d
NSLHD - Staff Specialist - Psychiatry - Northern Beaches Early Psychosis Intervention Service (EPIS), Child & Youth Mental Health Service (Apply via eCredential)
Northern Sydney Local Health District —Sydney NSW
- $186,241 - $229,825 a year
- Part-time
- Medicine
- Research
- Teaching
Weekend VMO – Psychiatry
NSW Health —Darlinghurst NSW
- Weekends only
- Supervising experience
- Leadership
- Employee assistance program
7d
NSLHD - Staff Specialist - Psychiatry - Psychiatric Emergency Care Centre (PECC) - Royal North Shore Hospital (Apply via eCredential)
Northern Sydney Local Health District —Sydney NSW
- $186,241 - $229,825 a year
- Full-time
- Medicine
- Research
- Communication skills
NSLHD - Staff Specialist - Psychiatry (PECC) - Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Mental Health Service (Apply via eCredential)
Northern Sydney Local Health District —Sydney NSW
- $197,583 - $243,822 a year
- Part-time
- Medicine
- Management
- Leadership
NSLHD - Staff Specialist - Psychiatry (Consultation-Liaison) - Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Mental Health Service (Apply via eCredential)
Northern Sydney Local Health District —Sydney NSW
- $197,583 - $243,822 a year
- Part-time
- Medicine
- Communication skills
14d
Psychologist
The Hills Rehab Centre —Sydney NSW
- Customer service
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
10d
Weekend VMO – Psychiatry
St Vincent's Hospital Network —Sydney NSW
- Weekends only
- Supervising experience
- Leadership
- Employee assistance program
7d
Clinical AI Research Lead
Insight Timer —Sydney NSW
- Full-time
- Remote
- Doctoral degree
- Research
- AI
Quick Apply
NSLHD - Staff Specialist - Psychiatry (PECC) - Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Mental Health Service (Apply via eCredential)
NSW Health —Hornsby NSW
- Part-time
- Medicine
- Management
- Leadership
NSLHD - Staff Specialist - Psychiatry - Macquarie Hospital (Apply via eCredential)
NSW Health —North Ryde NSW
- Part-time
- Medicine
- EMR systems
- Leadership
Weekend VMO – Psychiatry
St Vincent's Health Australia —Inner West NSW
- Weekends only
- Supervising experience
- Leadership
- Employee assistance program
7d
NSLHD - Staff Specialist - Psychiatry - Psychiatric Emergency Care Centre (PECC) - Royal North Shore Hospital (Apply via eCredential)
NSW Health —St Leonards NSW
- Full-time
- Medicine
- Research
- Communication skills
Physiotherapist - Workers Compensation Focus
HealthPlex —Greenacre NSW
- $90,000 - $125,000 a year
- Urgently hiring
- Bachelor's degree
- Patient care
- In-person
- Professional development assistance
Quick Apply
11d
SESLHD - Staff Specialist - Psychiatry - Mental Health Rehabilitation Program
NSW Health —Kogarah NSW
- Part-time
- Management
- Research
- Teaching

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Chief Psychiatrist- Staff Specialist Apply via eCredential

Health System Support Group -
Sydney NSW

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Job Details

Full-time
$197,583 - $243,822 a year
7 days ago

Qualifications

Analysis skills
Leadership
Communication skills
Negotiation

Full Job Description

Health System Support Group

Reference number

REQ674844

Occupation

Advisory

Work type

Full-Time

Location

Sydney - North/North West

Salary Information

$197583 - $243822

Closing date

12 July 2026 at 11:59pm

Role Title: NSW Chief Psychiatrist- Staff Specialist

Please refer to the Staff Specialist State award for Total Remuneration Package - staff specialist award

An opportunity to be part of the NSW Ministry of Health is available.

Applications are accepted via eCredential only, click HERE to apply

Please Note: NSW Health does not require or accept the ‘Fit2Work badge’ offered as an option in eCredential.

Employment Type: Full Time Permanent
Position Classification: Staff Specialist, staff-specialists-award.pdf
Remuneration: Staff Specialists (State) Award per annum plus Superannuation
Location: 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards NSW
Hours Per Week: 40 hours
Requisition ID: REQ674844

Closing Date: 12 July 2026

Join the Mental Health Branch at the NSW Ministry of Health as Chief Psychiatrist, a senior clinical leadership role shaping statewide mental health strategy and driving system reform across NSW.

About us

We work collaboratively across NSW Health, Local Health Districts, the non-government sector and other government agencies to drive evidence-based system reform.
We support flexible and hybrid working arrangements and value integrity, collaboration and excellence in public health leadership.
Build your career in a role that combines mental health, system strategy and executive leadership within Australia’s largest health system.

To learn more about the Ministry and what benefits we offer, access our Employee Benefits Handbook.

About the role:

The Chief Psychiatrist is a senior clinical leadership role at the NSW Ministry of Health, providing authoritative advice to the Minister and Ministry on mental health policy, strategy and service delivery. The role shapes statewide direction, oversees standards of quality and safety, and drives system reform to improve outcomes for people with mental illness across NSW.

Working closely with the Executive Director, Mental Health Branch, the Chief Psychiatrist leads clinical excellence across the system, engaging with Local Health Districts, clinicians, and partners to influence policy, service design and performance. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead change, strengthen the system, and shape the future of mental health care in NSW.

What you’ll be doing

Provide expert clinical advice on complex and sensitive mental health matters, including high-risk cases and system-level issues.
Monitor the performance, quality and safety of mental health services, and drive improvement across Local Health Districts and Specialty Health Networks.
Exercise delegated statutory functions under the Mental Health Act 2007, including directing aspects of patient care and undertaking clinical investigations where required.
Lead priority reform initiatives by shaping policy, strengthening service models and supporting evidence-based improvements across the system.
Build strong relationships across government, clinical networks and the broader sector to influence outcomes and support coordinated system-wide responses.

We are seeking a senior medical specialist who demonstrates:

Registered Medical Practitioner with Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists or equivalent specialist psychiatrist qualifications.
Extensive executive-level experience in mental health clinical leadership, policy development and system reform
Proven ability to influence service quality, safety and performance across complex health systems
Strong analytical capability, with the ability to apply clinical evidence, data and research to inform policy and decision-making
Exceptional communication, negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills, with the capacity to influence at State, national and sector levels

How to apply

At The Ministry of Health, we want you to make the most of the opportunities you’ll get to grow your skills and your career, surrounded by authentic, smart people and leaders.

Please review the role description and submit your up-to-date resume (up to 5 pages) and cover letter (1-2 pages).

For role related queries or questions contact Elizabeth Wood, Deputy Secretary, Health System Strategy and Patient Experience [email protected] and quote REQ674844.

As an organisation we are committed to creating an accessible and inclusive workplace. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact Anu Kundu on [email protected]

Need more information?

Applications are accepted via eCredential only, click HERE to apply
For assistance with your application please refer to the eCredential guide

Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At the Ministry of Health, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote the employment of women, people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like assistance with your application or to obtain more information on how to apply, please visit The Stepping Up Initiative.

To be eligible for employment in these roles you must be an Australian citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold a valid visa with permission to work in Australia.

Additional information

This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
Please note the selection process will include a range of merit-based techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role.
For more information about working at the NSW Health, please visit our career portal.

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