Consultant Adult Community Psychiatrist

Nelson Marlborough Health; Nelson; On-site; NZD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Nelson Marlborough Health in Nelson seeks a Consultant Adult Community Psychiatrist to lead outpatient assessments and treatment planning in a regional secondary care setting. You will work within a multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive care and ensure continuity of follow-up for adults aged 18–65 with a range of mental health conditions.

The role offers a varied caseload, opportunities for service development, and collaboration across disciplines.

Qualifications

• Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) or equivalent.
• Annual Practising Certificate required and vocational registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand.
• Experience as a consultant in outpatient psychiatry including assessment, diagnosis and treatment of mental health and addictive disorders.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Assess and manage adult outpatients; develop and implement comprehensive treatment programmes addressing psychological, social, and medication needs.
• Ensure effective follow-up and continuity of care within a regional secondary care service.
• Collaborate with Mental Health Nurses, Clinical Psychologists, Social Workers, Occupational Therapists and other allied health professionals.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Outpatient psychiatry experience

Education

Fellowship of RANZCP

Annual Practising Certificate

Medical Council of NZ registration

Job description

Embracing a rewarding career as a Consultant Adult Community Psychiatrist with Nelson Marlborough — deliver exceptional care, live an exceptional life.

• Permanent full-time 1.0FTE (80 hours a fortnight), participate in on‑call and after‑hours rosters
• Join our collaborative team in Nelson community where your expertise makes a difference
• Be part of something special - supportive colleagues in one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s most sought‑after regions.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

As a Consultant Adult Community Psychiatrist, you will play a key role in the assessment and management of adult outpatients, developing and implementing comprehensive treatment programmes that address psychological, social, and medication needs. You will also ensure effective follow‑up and continuity of care within a regional secondary care service.

You will be part of the multidisciplinary team includes Mental Health Nurses, Clinical Psychologists, Social Workers, Occupational Therapists, and other allied health professionals who work collaboratively to support people with a wide range of mental health disorders.

The position offers a varied and rewarding caseload across a broad range of acute mental health conditions, with opportunities to contribute to service development, multidisciplinary collaboration, and clinical education.

About the Team/Service/ Location

The Nelson Mental Health & Addictions Service provides a comprehensive range of services across inpatient, community, and specialist care. The team works closely with individuals, their families, whānau, carers, primary care providers, and community agencies to deliver patient‑centred, recovery‑focused care.

The Adult Community Psychiatry Team provides specialist mental health assessment, treatment, and ongoing support for adults aged 18 to 65 years experiencing moderate to severe mental health conditions in the Nelson community.

• Hold Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists, or equivalent.
• Be eligible for an Annual Practising Certificate and vocational registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand.
• Have experience working as a consultant in outpatient psychiatry Unit including providing assessment, diagnosis, and treatment interventions to individuals suffering from mental health and addictive disorders.
• Have strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary team to promote a cohesive team culture of collaborative practice, openness, humour, and respect across disciplines.

Collegiality and collaboration across all disciplines are keys to provide successful services to our patients and community. Should this be the type of environment in which you will thrive, we would like to hear from you!

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal. Application via email is not considered.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact

-Nikita Fleming – Manager – Operational Support, Mental Health Services, [e-mail] , or

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.