Psychiatrist - Mental Health Emergency Department

Location: Wellington Regional Hospital, Hutt Hospital Service: Mental Health, Addiction and Intellectual Disability Service (MHAIDS) Contract: Permanent, full-time/part-time (0.8 FTE - 1 FTE) Salary: As per ASMS SECA About the Company Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to upholding the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, ensuring that we serve all New Zealanders effectively. We are committed to building a health system based on integration and collaboration, emphasizing partnership, equity, sustainability, and excellence in whanau-centred care. About the Role We are looking for an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist (Senior Medical Officer) to join our Mental Health Emergency Department (MH/ED) team, serving across the Wellington and Hutt Hospital Emergency Departments. This senior position offers a unique opportunity to provide expert psychiatric assessment and intervention in a fast-paced emergency environment. You will be instrumental in delivering high-quality, culturally safe, and person and whanau-centred care to individuals experiencing acute mental health challenges or psychological distress. In this role, you will collaborate closely with emergency department clinicians, MHAIDS teams, and community partners to facilitate rapid and effective care planning, reduce avoidable admissions, and support safe transitions for patients. About the Team/Service/Location Our MH/ED team is a vibrant, multidisciplinary service operating across Wellington and Hutt Hospitals. We are dedicated to providing rapid, person-centred care for individuals in crisis, while fostering integration between emergency and mental health services. As part of our growing team, which includes a nurse practitioner (intern) and specialty clinical nurses, you will contribute to improving access, equity, and outcomes for tangata whaiora and their whanau. Health NZ - Capital, Coast Hutt Valley is committed to pro-equity health initiatives and values diversity, inclusion, and cultural safety in all aspects of our operations. The MHAIDS service spans Wairarapa, Hutt Valley, and Capital and Coast, offering local, regional, and national services from multiple sites within the greater Wellington area. About You We seek a candidate who is: - Vocationally registered in Psychiatry with the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ) and holds FRANZCP or an equivalent qualification that allows for vocational registration with the MCNZ. - Experienced in acute psychiatric assessment, crisis intervention, psychopharmacology, and risk management. - Knowledgeable about Te Tiriti o Waitangi and committed to equitable, culturally safe practices. - A proven leader with strong collaboration skills in multidisciplinary settings. - Able to navigate complex and dynamic situations using initiative and sound judgement. Working for Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we emphasize the importance of wellness. We strive to provide excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. Our Equity Work Programme promotes a culture of equity throughout the health system, ensuring that every individual considers equity in their work. Our staff are at the core of our mission, and we are committed to being a good employer while honoring our equal employment opportunity obligations. How to Apply To apply, please click 'apply now.' All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal. If you have any questions regarding the role, feel free to reach out to sandra.tam@ccdhb.org.nz. We will review applications and conduct interviews on an ongoing basis. The recruitment process may close early if the ideal candidate is identified. We welcome applications from recruitment agencies; please apply online.