Consultant Adult Community Psychiatrist

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

Job summary

Health New Zealand in Nelson is seeking a Consultant Adult Community Psychiatrist to deliver assessment and management of adult outpatients within a regional secondary care service. You will develop comprehensive treatment programmes addressing psychological, social, and medication needs.

You will join a multidisciplinary team and contribute to service development, education, and collaborative practice, ensuring high-quality, patient-centred care for adults aged 18 to 65.

Qualifications

• Hold Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) or equivalent.
• Be eligible for an Annual Practising Certificate and vocational registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand.
• Experience as a consultant in outpatient psychiatry with assessment, diagnosis and treatment of mental health disorders.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Assess and manage adult outpatients in a regional secondary care setting.
• Develop and implement comprehensive treatment plans addressing psychological, social and medication needs.
• Ensure effective follow-up and continuity of care within the service.
• Collaborate with Mental Health Nurses, Psychologists, Social Workers and other clinicians to deliver care.

Skills

Fellowship: RANZCP

Annual Practising Certificate

Multidisciplinary team collaboration

Outpatient psychiatry experience

Communication skills

Education

Medical qualification

Job description

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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.

About You

The ideal applicant will:

• 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.