Consultant Psychiatrist - Older Persons
Dunedin Hospital
Salary: Upwards from $240k including additional allowances (ASMS MECA 2024 (NZD 185,380 267,980))
Join us as we change the future of healthcare in Southern NZ (Permanent 0.9 FTE)
Close knit, supportive team
Now is the right time for a change as Dunedin is building a state-of-the-art digital hospital. Get in on the ground floor and help us turn this dream into reality! We endeavour to meet the needs of our patients and community.
We proudly strive to provide top quality healthcare to our diverse older population, and we are recruiting for a Consultant Psychiatrist based at Dunedin Hospital.
Mo te turanga About the role
As part of a small multi-disciplinary team, you will be responsible for the psychiatric assessment and care of patients, taking a leading role in maintaining and enhancing our Mental Health service.
Your responsibilities will include assessment and treatment of older persons while working collaboratively with the primary health sector consistent with Southern's values. You will contribute to ongoing service improvement and workforce innovation. Participation in the on-call roster is required, currently at 1:18.
Mou ake About you
Fellowship with the RANZCP or the equivalent is essential, and ideally, you will already have current registration with the NZ Medical Council. As a Consultant Psychiatrist, you will have a personal commitment to high standards of practice and dedication to teamwork.
Your ability to provide clinical leadership and reliable medical input to the multi-disciplinary team is pivotal. A strong commitment to service user and family/whanau inclusion in service delivery, a focus on recovery, and a sound understanding of biculturalism are essential. You should also have a demonstrated commitment to continuing professional development and providing training to students at all levels.
We welcome applications from Advanced Trainees nearing completion of their final six months of training as a fellow with supervision or Psychiatrists interested in advanced training.
Mo matou About us
Te Whatu Ora - Southern has the largest geographical coverage of all New Zealand regions, providing services to 350,000 people in diverse communities. We take pride in our services, aiming to improve, promote, and protect the health of our region.
Otepoti About Dunedin
Dunedin is a great city with a big town feel, known for its southern hospitality, amazing scenery, and wildlife. As a university town, it boasts vibrant energy for concerts, wining, and dining, making it one of the best places for families and individuals looking to build a new lifestyle.
Painga Benefits
Supportive team
Flexible role
Work-life balance
Generous funding for CME
Generous relocation package
College and registration costs included in your package
Utu whanui Salary range
This role belongs to the 2024 ASMS Collective Agreement and falls between Step 1 ($185,380) and Step 15 ($267,980 p.a. prorata).
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