Consultant Psychiatrist

About the Company Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to creating a health system that serves all New Zealanders, firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. About the Role We are looking for Psychiatrists to join our well-established mental health and addiction services in Northland. These positions include both new and existing roles, and we invite expressions of interest from candidates across a variety of subspecialties. Our current specialties include: - Infant Child and Adolescent Mental Health - Early Intervention in Psychosis - Maternal and Infant Mental Health - Adult Inpatient Unit - Community Assessment Treatment Team (CATT) and Home-Based Treatment (HBT) - Consultation-Liaison Team - Intensive Community Treatment - Community Adult Mental Health - Alcohol and Other Drugs Service - Adult Kaupapa Maori Mental Health - Regional Dual Disability Service - Psychiatry of the Older Persons We have recently opened a new, purpose-built facility called Manaia House in Whangarei. This facility centralizes all community mental health and addiction services in one location, featuring 75 consultation rooms and accommodating more than 250 staff. The layout promotes team collaboration and enhances the delivery of high-quality care across three floors: - Ground Floor: Services for Adults and Older People - Middle Floor: Services for Infants, Children, and Adolescents - Top Floor: Offices and shared staff spaces We are committed to supporting your career development through ongoing education, professional supervision, and peer networking opportunities. You will also have the opportunity to engage in service improvement initiatives across both primary and secondary care. About the Location Northland, known for its warm climate, offers excellent schools, affordable housing, and beautiful coastal areas that provide a wide range of recreational activities. We are conveniently situated just a two-hour drive or a 25-minute flight from Auckland, New Zealand’s international hub. For more information about living and working in Northland, please visit our website. About You To be considered for this role, you must hold or be eligible for specialist (or locum tenens) registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ) in a Psychiatry Vocational scope of practice. If you are currently overseas or not yet registered, we can assist you with the application process for obtaining MCNZ registration. Working at Health New Zealand At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we strive to provide excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We value diversity and inclusivity in our workforce, which allows us to better understand and serve our community. We encourage applications from individuals belonging to our diverse Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. How to Apply If you are interested in this opportunity, please click "apply now." All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 27 August 2025. For any questions regarding the role, please contact us at NL-SMO.Jobs@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz. We will review applications as they are received and may proceed with the recruitment process prior to the closing date of this advertisement.