Psychiatrist – Adult Community Mental Health Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora – Blenheim, South Island
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, Nelson Marlborough seeks an experienced Psychiatrist – Adult Community Mental Health.
No on-call or weekend required.
The Nelson Marlborough region, located at the summit of the South Island in Aotearoa, New Zealand, is spectacular. It is a great place to live for both work and leisure. Blenheim offers all the luxuries and attractions one would desire, especially with the Marlborough Sounds and National Parks nearby.
Blenheim, Marlborough is a fantastic, secure, and pleasant place to raise a family and enjoy the best of "kiwilife." Marlborough boasts 2400 hours of sunlight annually, contains 20% of New Zealand's coastline, making it unique. The region offers endless opportunities for skilling, water sports, and walking/hiking. It also has a reputation for its award-winning wines, fine art, local theatre, and peaceful approach to life.
Nga huanga o tenei mahi (The benefits of this position)
The salary for this position is based on the current Senior Medical and Dental Officer collective agreement dependent on skills, experience, and vocational registration in NZ.SECA | ASMS.
In addition to your salary, you will:
Receive an annual allowance covering your continued medical education expenses (including associated travel and accommodation costs) as well as paid time off to attend events including international conferences.
Have access to an employer matched Superannuation contribution of up to 6% of annual earnings.
The successful applicant will:
Deliver quality services to a population of approximately 49,000 in Blenheim.
Join a supportive multidisciplinary team including Medical Officers, Clinical Psychologists, Occupational Therapists, Registered Nurses, Social Workers, and employment specialists.
Have the perfect opportunity to achieve amazing work/life balance and enjoy one of New Zealand's most sought-after regions with no on-call or weekend requirements.
Ko wai he kaitono totika? (Who is an appropriate applicant?)
The ideal applicant will:
Bring their psychiatric skills and experience to an acute secondary care hospital and contribute to how healthcare is delivered in Blenheim.
Hold Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists, or equivalent.
Be eligible for an Annual Practising Certificate and vocational registration of Psychiatry with the Medical Council of New Zealand.
Have experience in consult-liaison psychiatry (preferred but not essential).
Work with others to promote a cohesive team culture of collaborative practice, openness, humour, and respect across disciplines.
Demonstrate commitment to continuing medical education and professional development.
Collegiality and collaboration across all disciplines are key to providing successful services to our patients and community. Should this be the type of environment in which you will thrive, we would like to hear from you!
To apply please click Apply Now, or follow this link to complete our online registration and application forms: Apply Here .
Whilst it is no longer mandatory, for the health and safety of staff and patients, employees in this role are expected to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 (primary course plus booster).
Health New Zealand (Nelson Marlborough) strongly endorses Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We believe that to achieve equity in health outcomes for Maori we need a workforce reflective of the population it serves. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who identify as Maori and we recruit for cultural competence.
He waka eke noa. We are all in this together.
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