Consultant Adult Community Psychiatrist – Nelson (Full-Time)

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

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.