An accredited Psychiatry Registrar opportunity is available within a leading regional mental health service in Victoria, Australia. This 12-month training position offers comprehensive exposure to a broad range of psychiatric presentations within a supportive multidisciplinary environment aligned with the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists training program.
This role is ideal for doctors seeking high-quality psychiatry training with strong consultant supervision, excellent teaching support, and exposure to diverse inpatient and community mental health services.
Position Details
Commencing 2027, full time 12 month contract
The Role
The Psychiatry Registrar will gain hands-on experience in:
- Assessment and management of acute and chronic psychiatric conditions
- Inpatient and community mental health care
- Multidisciplinary treatment planning
- Crisis assessment and psychiatric consultation
- Family-sensitive and recovery-oriented care approaches
- Working alongside experienced consultant psychiatrists and senior clinicians
Training & Professional Development
The service provides:
- Accredited Psychiatry Registrar training
- Dedicated supervision and mentoring
- Strong teaching culture with regular educational activities
- Exposure to a broad regional mental health service network
- Opportunities for career progression and ongoing professional development
The Mental Health Service delivers psychiatric care across a large regional catchment and provides comprehensive services spanning inpatient, outpatient, emergency and community-based mental health care.
The broader health service is recognised for:
- High-quality patient-centred healthcare
- Modern facilities and integrated clinical services
- Commitment to education, research and innovation
- Strong multidisciplinary collaboration
- Excellent trainee support and wellbeing initiatives
Located in one of regional Victoria's largest and most vibrant cities, this role offers an exceptional lifestyle with:
- Affordable living and excellent work-life balance
- Outstanding schools and educational facilities
- Cafés, restaurants, arts and cultural attractions
- Outdoor recreation, parks and wineries
- Easy access to Melbourne and surrounding regional centres
- Flexible working arrangements
- Salary packaging options
- Staff wellbeing programs
- Access to gym, pool and fitness facilities
- Ongoing education and training support
Applicants should:
- Be eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia (AHPRA)
- Demonstrate interest in Psychiatry training and mental health care
- Possess strong communication and teamwork skills
- Meet eligibility requirements for accredited psychiatry training where applicable
Doctors interested in pursuing Psychiatry training within a supportive Australian regional training environment are encouraged to apply.
Please submit your CV and cover letter or contact Odyssey Recruitment for a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity.