Psychiatrist jobs in Mildura, VIC

Psychiatrist work in Mildura, VIC

Psychiatrist roles in Mildura, VIC sit within ongoing workforce shortages across all disciplines. Geographic isolation is a recruitment challenge. Cultural competency for Aboriginal and CALD communities is important. Murray PHN incentives and rural allowances apply. psychiatrist positions are found across public health services, community organisations, and private practice in the region.

Psychiatrists complete a medical degree (MBBS) followed by basic physician training and then a five-year specialist training program through the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP). After completing their Fellowship (FRANZCP), they may subspecialise in areas such as child and adolescent psychiatry, forensic psychiatry, or consultation-liaison.

Mildura Base Hospital and the Mallee District Aboriginal Services (MDAS) are the principal providers of mental health care in the Sunraysia region. Public mental health services in the Mallee are managed under the Murray PHN and Mildura Base Hospital's mental health program, covering a wide geographic catchment that extends across north-west Victoria and into South Australia and NSW.

Qualifications typically required

• Medical degree (MBBS or equivalent)
• Completion of RANZCP Fellowship training program
• FRANZCP or equivalent specialist qualification
• AHPRA specialist registration

Key employers in Mildura, VIC

• Mildura Base Hospital
• Sunraysia Community Health Services
• Mallee District Aboriginal Services
• Murray PHN
• Mind Australia
• Headspace Mildura
• Uniting (Vic/Tas)