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Consultant Psychiatrist - Southland Hospital
Adult Mental Health Acute Inpatient Unit and Community Services, Invercargill
We have a full-time position available on our inpatient ward and a position in the Community team. Applicants seeking part-time hours would be considered
Competitive and negotiable salary
Work within a supportive and high functioning multidisciplinary team
Enjoy a wide variety of lifestyle opportunities living in beautiful Southland
Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we're building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.
About the role
Located in Invercargill, the breadth of services provided by Southland Adult Mental Health Service includes:
the Acute Inpatient Mental Health Unit (16-18 beds)
the Invercargill Community Mental Health team
the Southland Emergency Mental Health team for the Southland population
a Child and Youth Mental Health Service
a Psychogeriatric Service.
We are looking for mental health superstars to join our multi-disciplinary team in the Inpatient Unit or the Community Service to help us care for our local population. As a new team member, we offer a comprehensive orientation and induction to Southland Hospital and the Mental Health Service. You will join a welcoming and unified group of mental health experts based at the Southland Hospital site.
We offer non-clinical administration time, teaching and learning opportunities, career progression support, and a friendly and professional working environment. You will also have the opportunity to engage with local and regional colleagues.
We recognise there is more to life than mahi (work), and Southern has many staff benefits that reflect our commitment to staff wellbeing including discounted health insurance and free car parking on site. We also live in a very special part of Aotearoa with incredible scenery, affordable housing, education centres (primary school - tertiary), and outstanding recreational opportunities for you and your family to enjoy.
About us
At Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora - Southern, our people and our community matter to us. We are committed to delivering the best health outcomes for everyone. To help us do this, we need a strong workforce that reflects the community we serve.
We know that high quality and timely care is essential for supporting our patients through their mental health journey, and we are committed to providing a safe, supportive, collaborative, and high-quality service.
We encourage applications from clinicians who share our values and are passionate about making a difference.
About you:
Experience working with adult patients with mental illness in an inpatient unit and/or community setting
A motivated team player who delivers a high-quality care to patients and their family/whānau
Commitment to clinical and professional development
Current registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand
Adhere to the professional codes of ethics and standards of practice of the New Zealand Medical Council
About Working at Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora is 'the weaving of wellness'. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand.
Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations. We embrace diversity and welcome application from all people, including all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and disability. A workforce that is diverse and inclusive means that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We are pro-equity health organisation, with a particular focus on Māori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community
Key responsibilities include the following:
Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments
Utilise evidence-based assessment tools and clinical expertise
Provide individualised, client-centred therapy
Monitor and evaluate clients' progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary to support their mental well-being
Maintain accurate and confidential client records and other required documentation
Prescribe medications when appropriate
We welcome applications from overseas applicants and can provide information about immigration and registration requirements. We would love to hear about you and your experience, and how we could help to further your career by joining our Southern team.
Salary range
This role belongs to the ASMS Collective Agreement and falls between Step 1 ($185,380) and Step 15 ($267,980 per annum pro-rata).
How to apply
To apply please click 'apply now'. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Agatha Chen, Recruitment Advisor - Senior Medical Officers
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.
We only accept online applications. Please apply via our website. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Company: Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Southern
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