Senior Staff Specialist - Forensic Psychiatrist

THE POSITION

Our client is seeking an experienced and dedicated Forensic Psychiatrist to join our dynamic team. This is a full-time, permanent role, providing specialist psychiatric care to forensic and high-risk consumers across Queensland. You will primarily work within the Community Forensic Outreach Service (CFOS) but may also contribute to other areas of the Queensland Forensic Mental Health Service (QFMHS). This position offers an excellent opportunity to engage in clinical work, research, training, and service development in a multidisciplinary and supportive environment.

The ideal candidate will:

• Demonstrate expertise in forensic psychiatry, including the assessment and management of high-risk and forensic patients.
• Have experience working in multidisciplinary teams, providing comprehensive mental health care.
• Show a commitment to training, supervision, and professional development, particularly in forensic risk assessment.
• Be adaptable and able to collaborate across different arms of the QFMHS as needed.

WHY WORK WITH PARAGON MEDICS?

• Over 20 years of combined doctor recruitment experience across the UK and Australia.
• We remain transparent and open and committed with you at every stage of our journey together.
• We are mental health industry specialists and are committed to raising the standard in specialist health-care recruitment

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

The ideal candidate will have:

• Specialist registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Fellowship with the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) or equivalent.

For a confidential discussion about this position and/ or to receive a detailed information pack regarding this opportunity please contact Kiran.