Consultant Psychiatrist , Alcohol and Drug

About the Company Welcome to Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Taranaki. Our mission is to improve, promote, protect, and care for the health and wellbeing of the people of Taranaki. We are dedicated to providing the best care for our community and recognize the importance of supporting every individual working in Taranaki amidst the constant changes in the healthcare landscape. Taranaki is a unique region known for its stunning natural landscapes, including the iconic Mt Taranaki. It offers a variety of adventure activities and is famous for its rugged coastline with over 12 world-class surf breaks. In Taranaki, you can ski and surf on the same day or enjoy peaceful walks along bush, coastal, or mountain trails. The region also boasts art trails, festivals, award-winning museums, galleries, and a vibrant café culture. For more information about Taranaki, we encourage you to explore further. About the Role We currently have varied full-time equivalent (FTE) positions available in our Mental Health and Addiction Services. We are seeking doctors who have experience or a keen interest in addictions to join our dedicated team. The successful candidates will collaborate with a team of 12 psychiatrists and receive support from a range of professionals, including nursing staff, counselors, and psychologists within our Addiction service. Our Taranaki District Mental Health and Addiction Services provide a comprehensive range of specialist services in the Taranaki region, which includes New Plymouth and the surrounding rural areas, including Stratford and Hawera. The services we offer include: - Acute Services: A 23-bed inpatient unit comprising 15 adult beds, 4 beds for Mental Health Services for Older People, and 4 beds for Intensive Psychiatric Care. - Assessment and Brief Care: Crisis Team and Co-Response Team. - Adult Mental Health: Two community teams, maternal mental health services, eating disorder services, and early intervention programs. - Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services. - Mental Health Services for Older People. - Addiction Services. As a member of our team, you will be recognized for your ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams, providing person-centered care. You will strive to enhance service development and delivery, demonstrate excellent communication skills, and engage with various stakeholders to improve the quality and responsiveness of our services. A focus on achieving results and fostering positive working relationships will be essential. Requirements We are looking for individuals who share our vision and values, ensuring that our patients feel supported and cared for throughout their journey with us. Benefits When you choose to work with us, we offer: - A comprehensive orientation and induction process. - Access to clinical training and education. - State-of-the-art facilities, including our new facilities currently under construction as part of Project Maunga. - Opportunities to participate in local projects and regional collaboration teams. - Professional development support. If you are interested in applying for this position, please click on "Apply Online" on this page. For further information, feel free to contact Janette Thompson at Janette.Thompson@tdhb.org.nz. Please note that applications will remain open until the positions are filled. We believe that by coming together, we can achieve great success.