Psychiatrist roles in Melbourne, VIC sit within post-Royal Commission investment has created strong demand, particularly in community mental health, crisis services, and the lived experience workforce. Outer metropolitan areas offer above-award incentives in some services. 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.

Victoria's mental health system underwent significant reform following the Royal Commission into Victoria's Mental Health System, with substantial investment in community-based services, lived experience workforce, and prevention. Melbourne sits at the centre of this transformation — new mental health and wellbeing services, Local Adult and Older Adult Mental Health and Wellbeing Services (LAOMHWS), and expanded crisis services are actively recruiting.

Typical salary

$220k – $450k AUD

Public sector VMO and staff specialist roles vary by state award. Private practice income can significantly exceed salaried positions.

Registration

AHPRA registration as a Medical Practitioner (Specialist) and FRANZCP fellowship required.

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 Melbourne, VIC

Alfred Health
Melbourne Health (NorthWestern Mental Health)
Eastern Health
Orygen
Peninsula Health
headspace
Mind Australia
EACH
cohealth

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