• Hutt Hospital, Lower Hutt
• Te Whare Ahuru – Inpatient unit
• Permanent/fixed, full/part-time
• As per ASMS SECA

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

This is an exciting opportunity for a Consultant Psychiatrist to join our team. You’ll be at the heart of our multidisciplinary team, providing evidence-based care to our inpatients.

This role also gives the opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of mental healthcare in our community. We are on the cusp of opening the brand-new Sir Mark Dunajtschik Mental Health Centre in mid-2027, a state-of-the-art, 34-bed inpatient facility designed to provide exceptional, patient-centred care.

As a member of the clinical team, you will have the unique chance to influence the development of our models of care and contribute to a culture of innovation and excellence from the very beginning. If you are passionate about making a tangible difference and are seeking a role where you can help build a service from the ground up, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Your responsibilities will include the following:

• Comprehensive Assessments: Performing psychiatric and risk assessments
• Medical Leadership: Overseeing the medical care of patients, including prescribing and monitoring medications, and managing co-existing physical health conditions
• Collaborative Care: Working closely with the multidisciplinary team to ensure a holistic approach to patient care
• Mentorship: Providing guidance and support to medical students, junior medical staff, and the wider team
• Discharge Planning: Collaborating with the multidisciplinary team and community services to ensure a smooth transition for patients leaving the unit

About the Team/Service/Location

Te Whare Ahuru is a supportive, friendly, and diverse environment.

It is a 24-hour, 23-bed acute inpatient mental health assessment, treatment, and recovery unit at Hutt Valley Hospital.

You will be part of an experienced team that includes the following:

• Nurses: Our dedicated nursing staff provide round-the-clock care, support, and monitoring
• Psychologists: Offering individual therapy, psychological assessments, and specialised interventions
• Occupational Therapists: Helping patients regain daily living skills and engage in meaningful activities
• Social Workers: Providing support with housing, finances, and family connections, ensuring a safe discharge
• Support Staff: Our wider team of peer support workers and mental health support workers help guide and support recovery
• Administrative Staff: Our admin team are essential to the smooth running of the unit

We hold multidisciplinary team meetings daily to discuss cases and work together to achieve the best outcomes for our patients. Our team is committed to continuous professional development.

If you are a psychiatrist who is ready to take on a challenging yet fulfilling role, we encourage you to apply. Come and join us in making a significant impact on mental health care in the Coolest Little Capital in the World – Wellington, New Zealand.

The Mental Health, Addiction and Intellectual Disability Service (MHAIDS) spans across Wairarapa, Hutt Valley, and Capital and Coast and includes local, regional, and national services. The local MHAIDS services are provided from multiple sites within the three sub-regions – greater Wellington, Hutt Valley, and Wairarapa.

About you

• Vocationally registered in Psychiatry with the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ)
• FRANZCP or equivalent qualification and able to register for vocational registration with the MCNZ
• Ability to work in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team
• Relevant experience and training

Working for Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora

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. The Equity Work Programme at Health NZ focuses on helping everyone in the health system think about equity when they do their work. It also promotes the cultural change needed for the whole system to reach equity in health outcomes.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand is committed to being a good employer and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations.

How to apply

To apply, please click ‘apply now’. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal.

We will review and interview applicants on an ongoing basis. The recruitment process may close early if the right candidate is found.

If you have any questions about the role, please email sandra.tam@ccdhb.org.nz

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