Mental Health - Medrecruit

MedRecruit Limited; Wellington; On-site; NZD 200,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

MedRecruit Limited is seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist to join a well-established mental health service in Wellington, New Zealand. The role involves comprehensive psychiatric assessments, developing and overseeing treatment plans, and providing clinical leadership within an integrated inpatient and community service.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team, teaching and supervising junior medical staff, and contributing to service improvement initiatives.

Job description

Consultant Psychiatrist – Public Hospital Setting

Location: Wellington, New Zealand

Employment Type: Permanent (1 January 2027 – 31 December 2027)

Salary: $200,000 – $350,000 per annum

About the Role

A fantastic opportunity is available for a Consultant Psychiatrist to join a well-established mental health service in Wellington. You will work as part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality, patient-centred care across inpatient and/or community settings.

In this role, you will be responsible for conducting comprehensive psychiatric assessments, developing and overseeing treatment plans, and providing clinical leadership within the service. You will work closely with junior medical staff, nursing teams, and allied health professionals, while also contributing to teaching, supervision, and continuous service improvement initiatives.

This position offers a supportive and progressive environment with strong opportunities for professional development and a focus on work-life balance.

International candidates can be considered.

Why Wellington?

Wellington, New Zealand’s capital city, offers a unique blend of professional opportunity and vibrant lifestyle.

• Cultural hub: Known for its arts, film, and culinary scene
• Compact city living: Easy commute and accessible amenities
• Coastal lifestyle: Surrounded by harbour views and scenic walking tracks
• Café culture: Renowned for world-class coffee and dining
• Work-life balance: A dynamic city with a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere

This 484-bed Regional Hospital is the region’s main emergency and only trauma service, with a rooftop helipad providing a link to surgical, intensive care, neonatal intensive care and emergency services.

Location information

With this opportunity, you will find yourself in New Zealand’s vibrant capital. Famous for a vibrant creative culture fuelled by great food, wine, craft beer coffees and events. This is a cosmopolitan city with an energetic personality.

Surrounded by hills and a rugged coastline, the city boasts a stunning harbour, and has a unique inner-city focus. As a pedestrian city, the best way to appreciate the essence of Wellington is on food, malls and side alleys connect its streets and cafes spilling from refurbished Victorian buildings – with eclectic street art scattered throughout.