Psychiatrist | Adult General

Make a meaningful impact. Shape modern general adultpsychiatry. Live in one of New Zealand’s most exceptional cities. HealthNew Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is grounded in Te Tiriti o Waitangi and committed todelivering equitable, person‑centred care for all communities. We are seeking enthusiasticand committed Consultant Psychiatrists to join our Adult General Mental HealthService in Christchurch—clinicians who value collaboration, innovation and high‑qualityspecialist care. About the Role Thisrole offers genuine scope, variety and professional influence. As part of ourintegrated Adult General Mental Health Service, you will provide specialistassessment and treatment for adults experiencing acute and enduring seriousmental illness. Your work will span community and inpatient care, crisisresponse and recovery‑focused interventions. Our service is trauma‑informed andbuilt on partnership, giving you the opportunity to form meaningful therapeuticrelationships and deliver care that makes a real difference. Youwill be an important clinical leader within a skilled multidisciplinary team,contributing your expertise while helping to shape service development, qualityimprovement and new models of care. Wesupport ongoing professional development, teaching, supervision andopportunities to pursue areas of special interest. Whether you prefer full‑timeor part‑time work, you will enjoy clinical autonomy, strong collegial supportand the chance to contribute to a service committed to excellence andcontinuous improvement. About the Team | Service | Location TheAdult General Service sits within Specialist Mental Health Services, WaitahaCanterbury. The service includes acute inpatient care, community teams,emergency mental health, assertive outreach, rural mental health, earlyintervention and psychiatric consultation services. Across these teams, weprovide comprehensive assessment, treatment and ongoing support for adults withserious and acute mental illness. A range of opportunities for ConsultantPsychiatrists is available. Youwill work alongside an experienced and cohesive team of psychiatrists,psychologists, nurses, occupational therapists, social workers, livedexperience specialists and Pūkenga Atawhai. Together, we deliver evidence‑based,person‑centred care guided by five strategic pillars: Mana Tangata — Specialist care forpeople with serious or acute mental illness. Matatau — Expert clinical assessment andtreatment grounded in specialist knowledge. Mahi Tahi — Collaborativepractice with consumers, whānau and multidisciplinary teams. Manaakitanga — A culture ofcompassion, wellbeing and respect. Why Christchurch? Christchurchoffers an enviable lifestyle—where world‑class outdoor recreation meets avibrant, modern city. Mountain biking before work, skiing in winter, surfing insummer, hiking, wineries, cafés, excellent schools and affordable living areall within easy reach. AsNew Zealand’s fastest‑growing city, Christchurch combines opportunity,accessibility and natural beauty. It is a place where you can build the careeryou want without compromising the life you want. About You Youare committed to delivering high‑quality, recovery‑focused mental health careand thrive in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. You bring: Vocationalregistration (or eligibility) with the Medical Council of New Zealand inPsychiatry. Fellowshipwith RANZCP or an equivalent recognised qualification. Experienceacross adult mental health settings—community, inpatient or crisis Strongcommunication skills and a compassionate, partnership‑based approach to care. Acommitment to clinical excellence, continuous improvement and equitableoutcomes. Internationalapplicants are warmly welcomed. We have extensive experience supportingoverseas‑trained Psychiatrists through the Medical Council of New Zealandregistration and relocation process. Wewelcome informal conversations prior to a formal application if you would liketo learn more about our services, current opportunities or how your skills andinterests might align with our team. Please feel free to contact MeganMcQuarrie, Service Manager, at [email protected] or 021564715. Permanent, Permanent/Full Time, Permanent/Part Time, Fixed Term/Contract, Fixed Term/Contract/Full Time, Fixed Term/Contract/Part Time #J-18808-Ljbffr