Description
About the Company
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to building a healthcare system that serves all New Zealanders, grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We are committed to providing excellent healthcare and fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
About the Role
We are currently seeking psychiatrists with experience or an interest in addiction to join our team at Taranaki Base Hospital in New Plymouth. The successful candidates will collaborate with a team of 12 psychiatrists and will have the support of a multidisciplinary group of professionals, including nursing staff, counselors, and psychologists within our Addiction Service.
Our Mental Health Addiction Services offer a comprehensive range of specialist services throughout the Taranaki region, which includes New Plymouth City and the surrounding rural areas of South Taranaki, such as Stratford and Hawera. Our services encompass five distinct areas:
- Acute Services, featuring a 23-bed inpatient unit (15 for adults, 4 for mental health services for older people, and 4 for intensive psychiatric care), an assessment and brief care crisis team, and a co-response team.
- Adult Mental Health services with two community teams, along with specialized services such as maternal mental health, eating disorders, and early intervention.
- Child and Adolescent Mental Health services.
- Mental Health services for older people.
- Addiction Services.
About the Team/Service/Location
You will be part of a dynamic team of 12 psychiatrists, supported by a diverse group of professionals dedicated to providing high-quality care within our Addiction Service. For more information on living and working in Taranaki, we encourage you to explore local resources.
About You
We are looking for individuals who are recognized by their peers for their ability to:
- Collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams to deliver person-centered care.
- Strive for continuous improvement in service development and delivery.
- Communicate clearly and interact positively with a diverse range of individuals.
- Engage with other providers, consumers, and health organizations to enhance service quality and responsiveness.
- Focus on achieving results while maintaining positive working relationships.
Working at Health New Zealand
At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we are committed to providing exceptional healthcare to the people of New Zealand. We embrace diversity and inclusivity in our workforce to better understand and meet the needs of our community. We welcome applications from individuals across our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, please click the "apply now" button. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal. This position will remain open until filled. If you have any questions about the role, please reach out to Janette Thompson at Janette.Thompson@tewhatuora.govt.nz.
We will review applications as they are received and may begin the recruitment process before the closing date of this advertisement.
As Health New Zealand undergoes change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.
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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