Psychiatrist - Adult Community Mental Health

About the Company Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, Nelson Marlborough is dedicated to providing high-quality health services to the communities in the Nelson, Tasman, and Marlborough regions. With approximately 3,000 employees, we serve a population of nearly 150,000 people. Our facilities include four hospitals and several community health centers, ensuring comprehensive healthcare delivery. Our vision is for all individuals to live well, get well, and stay well, and we are committed to promoting health, well-being, and independence within our community, guided by our core values of respect, innovation, teamwork, and integrity. About the Role We are currently seeking an experienced Psychiatrist to join our Adult Community Mental Health team in Blenheim. This is a permanent, full-time position with the possibility of part-time work being negotiable. Our team offers a supportive environment, comprising medical officers, clinical psychologists, occupational therapists, registered nurses, social workers, and employment specialists. The successful applicant will provide quality psychiatric services to a population of approximately 49,000 in Blenheim, with no on-call or weekend requirements, allowing for an excellent work-life balance. Requirements The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and skills: - Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists or equivalent - Eligibility for an Annual Practising Certificate and vocational registration in Psychiatry with the Medical Council of New Zealand - Experience in consult-liaison psychiatry is preferred but not essential - A commitment to collaborative practice, fostering a team culture of openness, humor, and respect across disciplines - A dedication to continuing medical education and professional development We value collegiality and collaboration, as these are essential to delivering successful services to our patients and community. If you are looking for an environment where you can thrive, we encourage you to apply. Benefits The salary for this position is based on the current Senior Medical and Dental Officer collective agreement, dependent on your skills, experience, and vocational registration in New Zealand. In addition to your salary, we offer: - An annual allowance to cover continued medical education expenses, including associated travel and accommodation costs, along with paid time off to attend events such as international conferences - Access to an employer-matched superannuation contribution of up to 6% of annual earnings How to Apply For general inquiries, please contact our recruitment team at SMO.Recruitment@nmdhb.govt.nz or call +64 3 539 5777. For more information or to have an informal discussion, feel free to reach out to: - Rita Van Iddekinge, Operational Support Manager, at Rita.VanIddekinge@nmdhb.govt.nz - Dr. Craig Fenwick, Clinical Director, at Craig.Fenwick@nmdhb.govt.nz - Dr. Neil Yorke, Head of Department and General Adult Psychiatry, at Neil.Yorke@nmdhb.govt.nz To apply, please click "Apply Now" or follow the link to complete our online registration and application forms. We look forward to hearing from you.