Community - Psychiatrist (Urgent response unit)

Consultant Psychiatrist for the Urgent Response Service Role based at Greenlane Clinical Centre Permanent, full-time role (1 FTE), Monday to Friday with rostered on-call duties About the Company Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is deeply committed to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and aims to create a healthcare system that effectively serves all New Zealanders. We are dedicated to providing high-quality healthcare and fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. About the Role We are currently seeking an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist to join our Urgent Response Service team at Greenlane Clinical Centre in Epsom. Our service operates 24/7, offering assessment and treatment for individuals requiring urgent psychiatric evaluation within 72 hours. You will be part of a well-established team of dedicated and skilled clinicians. In this role, you will provide urgent and acute psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment in collaboration with service users, their families and whānau, and carers, as well as our multidisciplinary Urgent Response Service (URS) team. This position is part of the Mental Health Community Acute Service and includes medical leadership responsibilities. You will work closely with the URS Clinical Coordinator and the leadership of the Community Mental Health Service. The role offers a diverse range of experiences, as you will conduct assessments in various settings, including the Greenlane Clinical Centre, community locations, police custody suites, and the Emergency Department at the main hospital. Requirements To be considered for this position, candidates must be vocationally registered with the Medical Council of New Zealand, holding a current Annual Practising Certificate or qualifying for one. A Post Graduate qualification in Psychiatry is preferred. If you are an overseas specialist, you will need to provide source verification of your qualifications for registration. For more information on the registration process and source verification, please visit our website. For inquiries regarding this role, please contact Andrea Lees at andreaL@adhb.govt.nz. Benefits Working at Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora means being part of a dedicated team focused on delivering excellent healthcare to the people of New Zealand. We value a diverse and inclusive workforce, welcoming applications from Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. How to Apply To apply, please click 'apply now.' All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal. If you have any questions about the role, feel free to reach out to Jade Smith, Recruitment Consultant, at jade.smith@tewhatuora.govt.nz. We will review applications as they are received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advertisement.