Consultant Psychiatrist/Medical Officer - Adults, New Plymouth

Consultant Psychiatrist/Medical Officer - Adults Listed yesterday Be an early applicant Listing Description Location: Taranaki Base Hospital, New Plymouth Job type: Permanent, Fixed-term, Full-time, Part-time Remuneration: ASMS MECA Description Our aim is to improve, promote, protect, and care for the health and wellbeing of the people of Taranaki. We seek individuals who share our vision of providing the best care for our community. We are committed to understanding the whole community's health needs and supporting our staff to excel amidst ongoing change.About Taranaki: Known for iconic landscapes like Mt Taranaki, Taranaki offers diverse adventure activities, a rugged coastline with world-class surf, and opportunities for skiing and surfing in the same day. The region also features walking trails, art festivals, museums, galleries, and a vibrant café culture. Read more about Taranaki .If you're overseas and interested in international recruitment, click here for more information on how you can make a difference in our community. About the Role Our Community Mental Health team is experienced and motivated, supporting clients aged 18 and over. The team employs diverse therapies including CBT, family interventions, mindfulness, and DBT, collaborating with local primary schools to enhance community outcomes.You will join a team of 14 psychiatrists, working with dedicated medical, nursing, and allied health professionals to provide care for individuals with complex needs in a community setting. The team also includes 4 training registrars and hosts medical students from the University of Auckland, providing teaching and supervision opportunities.This role involves applying your psychiatry skills and learning about New Zealand's unique cultures, integrating cultural competence into your practice. The service offers a comprehensive range of specialist services, including: Adult and Older People Acute Inpatient Units Child and Adolescent Mental Health ServicesAlcohol and Drug Services Consult Liaison Acute Assessment via the Mental Health Assessment Team Co-Response Service for 111 calls As part of MHAS, your responsibilities include: Providing specialist consultant services Collaborating with other departments Mentoring junior medical staff Working across inpatient, outpatient, community, and crisis settingsParticipating in a 1:10 on-call roster About You We seek a psychiatrist who is vocationally registered or eligible for registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand, with: Strong teamwork skills and a commitment to person-centered care A drive to improve service delivery Excellent communication skills and cultural sensitivityAbility to engage with diverse stakeholders A focus on results and maintaining positive workplace relationships About Us At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Taranaki, we value our staff and strive for a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workforce. We are dedicated to supporting our team with comprehensive orientation, clinical training, and education opportunities.#J-18808-Ljbffr