Description
About the Company
Te Whatu Ora, Health New Zealand, is responsible for the daily management of our health system across the country. We integrate the functions of the 20 former District Health Boards into our regional divisions and district offices, ensuring continuity of health services. Our team in Waitaha, Canterbury, provides healthcare to nearly 600,000 residents in the region. We are dedicated to honoring Te Tiriti o Waitangi and prioritize our partnership with Māori in all discussions and decisions.
About the Role
We are currently seeking Psychiatrists for both full-time and part-time positions across various Specialist Mental Health roles in the South Island. We encourage interested candidates to reach out for more information about the following vacancies:
- Psychiatrist | Part Time or Full Time
- Psychiatrist | Adult General Crisis Resolution Team
- Consultant Psychiatrist
As a Consultant Psychiatrist, you will work within our Adult General Service as part of our integrated health system. This role will expose you to a diverse range of cases, including crisis, inpatient, and community assessments.
Experience in Adult Mental Health is essential, including familiarity with inpatient and outpatient services, as well as alcohol and drug rehabilitation. You will collaborate with quality-driven, forward-thinking multidisciplinary teams, where professionalism and teamwork are paramount. Each day will bring new challenges and opportunities.
In this role, you will apply your specialized knowledge and clinical expertise to provide innovative acute and long-term care tailored to individual patient needs. As a Psychiatrist, you will play a pivotal role in our established multidisciplinary teams and will have opportunities to contribute to the ongoing development of our client-centered frameworks.
Requirements
To be eligible for this position, you must be able to obtain registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand. For more information on the registration process, please visit the Medical Council of New Zealand's website.
Our Culture: What Matters to Us
At Te Whatu Ora, Health New Zealand, we believe that healthcare is fundamentally about people. We prioritize respectful care, accountability for outcomes, and integrity in our work. Our team focuses on five strategic pillars that guide our mission:
Pillar 1: Mana Tangata – Our commitment to individuals with serious or acute mental disorders who require specialized care.
Pillar 2: Matatau – We emphasize in-depth clinical expertise for the assessment and treatment of serious or acute mental disorders.
Pillar 3: Mahi Tahi – Our integrated, multidisciplinary approach puts consumers and their families at the heart of everything we do.
Pillar 4: Manaakitanga – We foster a positive culture that values our staff and promotes compassion, hope, and well-being.
Pillar 5: Whanaungatanga – We strive to build sustainable partnerships within the health system and community to enhance support for professionals and contribute to a resilient mental health framework.
Benefits
Being part of Te Whatu Ora, Health New Zealand comes with access to flexible working arrangements and a strong emphasis on career development. We value diversity and inclusion as critical components in delivering optimal care for our varied population. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome and respect all individuals.
Apply Now
If you are interested in applying, please do so online. For additional inquiries, feel free to contact Amy Walker, Recruitment Specialist, at Amy.Walker@cdhb.health.nz. Please note that applications submitted through an agency will not be considered.
We welcome your application and look forward to hearing from you.
To Apply
If this role is of interest, please Apply Now and submit your updated CV by following the link.
Please note: To be considered for this position, you must be eligible to work in New Zealand, with valid work rights.
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