Consultant Psychiatrist — Mental Health Locum (Central Australia Region)

High-paying Consultant Psychiatrist locum opportunity in the Northern Territory with excellent daily rates, on-call allowances, accommodation, flights and vehicle support provided.

AU Locums Direct is seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist for a Mental Health and Alcohol & Other Drugs service within the Northern Territory. Senior consultant-level inpatient and community mental health role with full-time weekday hours and occasional after-hours on-call support.

Position Details: Consultant Psychiatrist – Mental Health Unit, Northern Territory (Central Australia Region), 16–28 November 2026, 0800–1630 with occasional after-hours on-call. Possible future extensions and ongoing work.

Pay Structure: $2,800/day base rate, $10/hour on-call, $350/hour per callback when on-call.

Key Benefits: Accommodation fully covered, return economy flights reimbursed, NT Government vehicle access after hours, high-demand mental health service, strong multidisciplinary team support, potential for ongoing placements.

Requirements: FRANZCP (mandatory), specialist AHPRA registration, current CV, two professional referees, Working With Children Check (NT), National Police Check within 6 months, VPDIC form, Australian psychiatry experience.

Submission Requirements: CV, AHPRA registration, fellowship certificate, primary medical degree, two references, full contact details.