Consultant Psychiatrist

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Success is not the work of one, but the work of many.Contract:Permanent,Full-time, 80hours per fortnight(1.0 FTE)About the role | Korero mo te turangaYou will be working as one of two Consultant Psychiatrists in our busy, 23-bed inpatient unit. Medical cover also includes two registrars and two house-surgeons. The unit is primarily intended to provide acute care, but a number of patients remain on the unit beyond the acute phase of illness for a variety of clinical reasons. A significant proportion of the patients will be subject to compulsory assessment and treatment, reflecting the severity of their conditions.Your role will be to work alongside the other psychiatrist to provide clinical care of the patients in the ward, both directly and through supervising other staff, particularly the junior medical staff. Consultant Psychiatrist input is essential in a range of clinical activities, including 24-hour seclusion reviews, periodic reviews of treatment, statutory assessments under the Mental Health (Compulsory Assessment and Treatment) Act 1992 and decisions about leave and discharge.The Mental Health Service has a robust Peer Review Group and you will have access to CPD activities to meet ongoing registration requirements.To review the position profile, click HERE The name Nga Rau Rakau means a collection of trees. By standing together as part of the forest, the trees are protected, they are sheltered, they grow healthier, they grow stronger, they are supported and safe.Nga Rau Rakau is the acute admission facility for seriously mentally ill people in the Hawkes Bay region. The 23-bed unit is made up of 16 inpatient beds and seven sub-acute beds, arranged into three inpatient areas: secure ("Pukatea"), including two seclusion rooms, a semi-secure area ("Kahikatea") for patients transitioning out of Pukatea, where patients can make use of an outside courtyard as well as more internal space, an open ward ("Kowhai"). There is also a day program ("Harakeke") that operates out of an adjacent area in the building. The unit is light, modern and as home-like as possible.Our aim is to support people in their recovery from severe mental illness to return to living in the community. We treat the full range of adult patients including older persons and addictions, as well as supporting youth while they await transfer to the Rangatahi Specialist Youth service which is based in Wellington. We work collaboratively with clinicians in other teams in the Mental Health and Addictions Service, as well as with specialist services based elsewhere in Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora.Our team consists of staff from a wide variety of backgrounds who are skilled in supporting people who live with severe mental illnesses and their whanau. Our team includes:A full complement of NursesPsychiatrists and junior doctorsSocial WorkersHospital Aides and Security staffAdministrative staff, including an experienced DAMHS AdministratorRemuneration | Te UtuQualification and experience step alignment with theASMS SECA On-call allowancesEmployer matched Superannuation contributions of up to 6% of annual earningsRelocation package including removal costs, flights, accommodation and car hire*Reimbursement of:Annual Practicing Certificate costsMedical Defence Assurance feesCollege Membership FeesStudy and conference leave** Conditions apply and are subject to changeWhy should you choose us?Hawke's Bay offers excellent work-life balance, sun, beaches, exceptional outdoor adventures, great schools, mountains and skiing close by, wonderful food and stunning wineries, vibrant cities and plenty more to boast about, check outHawke's Bay Tourism Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, Te Matau a Maui Hawke's Bay in general encourages a workforce that is innovative, eager to learn and enhance their skills and is passionate about caring for our community. As part of our team we will support, encourage and help you to develop your career with us.We are committed to delivering and living our Te Whatu Ora values of He kauanuanu– Respect,Akina– Improvement,Raranga te tira– Teamwork andTauwhiro– Care. You should be someone who has similar personal values.We are proud of our team's diversity. We know the strength ofNga huaa diverse and inclusive workforce helps us achieve the best outcomes for our patients and the communities in which we operate and serve.How to apply | Me pehea te tuku tonoClick the apply now button to send your application directly to us or for further information regarding this position, email Dr Greg Young via ****** and indicate the job title and job reference number in the subject line.
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