Psychiatry Consultants - Adult Community Mental Health, Blenheim

Head Medical; Nelson; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established health provider in New Zealand is seeking experienced Psychiatrists to join their dedicated team. This role offers the chance to deliver quality mental health services to a vibrant community while enjoying a balanced lifestyle without on-call or weekend duties. The ideal candidates will bring their psychiatric expertise to a collaborative environment, ensuring high standards of care. With generous benefits including education allowances and relocation support, this position is perfect for those looking to thrive in a picturesque region renowned for its outdoor activities and relaxed lifestyle. If you value teamwork and integrity, we invite you to apply!

Benefits

Generous annual allowance for medical education

Employer-matched Superannuation contribution

Reimbursement for relocation expenses

Qualifications

• Experience in psychiatric services and acute care settings.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality mental health services to a diverse population.
• Contribute to healthcare delivery in a supportive team environment.

Skills

Psychiatry

Consult-liaison psychiatry

Education

Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists

Annual Practising Certificate

Job description

Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand, Nelson Marlborough seeks experienced Psychiatrists - Adult Community Mental Health

• Permanent full-time
• Negotiable start date
• No on-call or weekend required
• Blenheim, New Zealand

About this position

The successful applicants will:

• Deliver quality services to a population of approximately 49,000 in Blenheim.
• Join a supportive multidisciplinary team including Medical Officers, Clinical Psychologists, Occupational Therapists, Registered Nurses, Social Workers, and employment specialists.
• Have an excellent opportunity to achieve work/life balance and enjoy one of New Zealand's most sought-after regions with no on-call or weekend requirements.

Who is an appropriate applicant?

The ideal applicants will:

• Bring their psychiatric skills and experience to an acute secondary care hospital and contribute to healthcare delivery in Blenheim.
• Hold Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists, or equivalent.
• Be eligible for an Annual Practising Certificate and vocational registration of Psychiatry with the Medical Council of New Zealand.
• Have experience in consult-liaison psychiatry (preferred but not essential).
• Fit into a team culture of collaboration, openness, humor, and respect across disciplines.

Collegiality and collaboration are key to our service delivery. If you thrive in such an environment, we want to hear from you!

The benefits of this position

In addition to your salary, you will:

• Receive a generous annual allowance for medical education expenses, including travel and accommodation, and paid time off for conferences.
• Access an employer-matched Superannuation contribution of up to 6%.
• Be reimbursed for relocation, accommodation, and car rental expenses (conditions apply).

This region of Aotearoa - New Zealand offers a fantastic climate with high sunshine hours, beautiful landscapes, and a relaxed lifestyle. The area is perfect for outdoor activities like mountain biking, hiking, water sports, and skiing. It is also known for its café culture, wineries, arts, and crafts. For more information, visit Nelson Tasman, New Zealand, and Marlborough.

About our team

Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand, Nelson Marlborough is the main health provider for the region, serving about 150,000 people with nearly 3,000 staff. We operate mainly in Nelson and Wairau but serve all parts of the community. We value integrity, innovation, respect, and teamwork.

For a discussion about this role or other opportunities, contact Alasdair at [e-mail] or call 0131 357 1848.