Career Medical Officer - Psychiatry
The Opportunity
We are recruiting a Career Medical Officer (CMO) – Psychiatry to join a statewide mental health service in Tasmania, working within Community, Mental Health & Wellbeing services.
This is a permanent full-time role, ideal for psychiatrists or senior medical officers with a strong interest in Intellectual Disability, Dual Disability, and Adult Psychiatry, offering autonomy, impact, and long-term career progression.
Your Role
Deliver high-quality psychiatric care within a multidisciplinary mental health service
Provide specialist input for Intellectual Disability and Adult Psychiatry populations
Work closely with families, carers, and NDIS providers
Act as an Approved Medical Practitioner under the Mental Health Act
Liaise with community services and support capacity building
Practise with a high level of clinical autonomy within governance frameworks
About You
General or limited registration with AHPRA
Significant experience in Intellectual Disability / Dual Disability Psychiatry
Strong understanding of mental health legislation and guardianship frameworks
Confident working independently within a multidisciplinary service
Commitment to continuous professional development and quality improvement
Open to relocation and regional practice in Australia
Lifestyle & Location
Enjoy life in Tasmania — Australia’s island state, offering:
World-class natural beauty, coastline, and national parks
Affordable housing and relaxed, family-friendly communities
Short commutes and excellent work–life balance
Strong community connection and meaningful clinical impact
A lifestyle rarely matched by mainland metropolitan roles
Benefits
Permanent full-time appointment (76 hours per fortnight)
Competitive salary
Access to Senior CMO progression pathways
Generous professional development and study leave
Salary packaging options
Fitness Passport for you and your family
Long-term stability within a statewide health service
International Candidate Pathways
Paragon Medics supports overseas-trained doctors with:
AHPRA registration and pathway guidance
Visa eligibility assessment and planning
Relocation and settlement support for Tasmania
Career planning toward specialist or senior medical roles in Australia
End-to-end support from enquiry to arrival
About Paragon Medics
Paragon Medics connects experienced medical professionals with leading hospitals across Australia. Our team specialises in consultant and specialist recruitment, supporting you from application to arrival.