Psychiatric Registrar

Health New Zealand | Bay of Plenty; Tauranga; Hybrid; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in New Zealand is seeking a Psychiatric Registrar for permanent full-time roles at Tauranga and Whakatāne Hospitals. This position offers exposure to various psychiatric specialties and a supportive clinical environment. Applicants should hold an MBChB or equivalent and be fully registered with the MCNZ. The role promises a balanced lifestyle in the Bay of Plenty and professional training opportunities.

Benefits

Training accredited by RANZCP

Supportive multidisciplinary team

Access to outdoor activities

Qualifications

• Full registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ) is essential.
• Previous psychiatric experience is preferred but not essential.
• Keen interest in psychiatry and commitment to RANZCP training is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychiatric care across Tauranga and Whakatāne Hospitals.
• Participate in a structured training program accredited by RANZCP.
• Rotate through hospitals to gain experience in various psychiatric specialties.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Passion for psychiatry

Education

MBChB or equivalent medical qualification

Job description

Overview

Psychiatric Registrar, Tauranga & Whakatāne Hospital. Permanent full-time position. Join a fantastic opportunity as a Psychiatric Registrar in the sunny Bay of Plenty. Working across Tauranga and Whakatāne Hospitals, this role offers exposure to a diverse and supportive clinical environment, with opportunities for both basic and advanced training in psychiatry. The Bay of Plenty is known for its beaches, mountains and welcoming community.

Benefits

• Training accredited by RANZCP, offering both basic and advanced psychiatry training.
• 13-week rotation between Tauranga and Whakatāne Hospitals, providing a broad experience.
• A supportive, multidisciplinary team committed to professional development and training.
• Location in the Bay of Plenty, with balanced lifestyle and access to outdoor activities and a coastal environment.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is 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 Psychiatric Registrar at Tauranga and Whakatāne Hospitals, you will be part of a dynamic team providing psychiatric care to the region's population. You will rotate through Tauranga Hospital, with an opportunity to work in Whakatāne Hospital for a 13-week period. The training program is accredited by the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP), offering both basic and advanced levels of training. You will gain experience in a wide range of psychiatric specialties.

About The Team/Service

Te Whatu Ora – Health New Zealand, Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty is committed to improving the health and well-being of the community it serves. The psychiatric team is well-established and dedicated to providing high-quality mental health care across the Bay of Plenty region, with services spanning Tauranga and Whakatāne Hospitals.

About You

As a Psychiatric Registrar, you will have a strong passion for psychiatry and a commitment to enhancing the mental well-being of those in the community. You will hold an MBChB or equivalent medical qualification, and full registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ). A keen interest in psychiatry and a dedication to pursuing RANZCP-accredited training are essential. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team are key. While previous psychiatric experience is preferred, it is not essential, and we are open to applicants with varying levels of experience.

All Applications Should Include

• Up-to-date CV and completed Te Whatu Ora online application
• Three referee reports (one of whom must be your most recent supervisor). Reports must be received by the stated closing date.
• Follow the referee form as applicable. Applicants are responsible for providing references with their application
• References should be attached to your application. If this is not possible before the closing date, they can be emailed to [e-mail]

Unfortunately, incomplete applications cannot be considered.

How To Apply

To apply please click Apply online or apply via our website by using the online careers portal. All applications must be submitted before 11:59 pm on 09/11/2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact: [e-mail]

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