Consultant Adult Community Psychiatrist

Embracing a rewarding Psychiatrist career with Nelson Marlborough — deliver exceptional care, live an exceptional life.

• Permanent full time 1.0FTE (80 hours a fortnight) 
• Join our collaborative team in Wairau Hospital where your expertise makes a difference.
• Be part of something special - supportive colleagues in one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s most sought-after regions.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly 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 Consultant Adult Community Psychiatrist, you will:

• Provide comprehensive psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning for adults with moderate to severe mental health conditions.
• Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team to support recovery-focused care.
• Provide clinical leadership and contribute to service development initiatives.
• Support supervision and teaching of junior medical staff and contribute to continuing professional development within the team.
• Maintaining high standards of clinical service, risk management, and quality improvement.

About the Team/Service/ Location

The Adult Community Mental Health Team provides specialist secondary mental health care to adults from the age of 18 across the Marlborough region. We are committed to delivering recovery-focused, person-centred care that supports whaiora and their whānau within the community.

Our service works collaboratively with primary care, NGO partners, inpatient services, addiction services, and cultural support providers to ensure integrated and equitable mental health care.

Our Multidisciplinary Team includes Medical Officers, Clinical Psychologists, Occupational Therapists, Registered Nurses and Social Workers, and employment specialists, committed to early intervention, holistic care, and continuous service improvement to achieve the best possible outcomes for the community.

Blenheim, Marlborough - where healthcare meets paradise, is a fantastic, secure, and pleasant place to raise a family and enjoy the best of "kiwilife". Marlborough, which also boasts 2400 hours of sunlight annually, contains 20% of New Zealand's coastline, making it unique. Blenheim, Marlborough is where healthcare meets adventure, sailing and mountain biking are two of the many easily accessible outdoor activities. To uncover a better work - life balance in Blenheim, CLICK HERE

About you

The ideal applicant will:

• Bring their psychiatric skills and experience to an acute secondary care hospital and contribute to how healthcare is delivered in Blenheim.
• Hold Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists, or equivalent.
• Be eligible for an Annual Practising Certificate and vocational registration of Psychiatry with the Medical Council of New Zealand. 
• Have experience in consult-liaison psychiatry (preferred but not essential).
• Demonstrate commitment to continuing medical education and professional development.

Collegiality and collaboration across all disciplines are keys to provide successful services to our patients and community. Should this be the type of environment in which you will thrive, we would like to hear from you!

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal. Application via email is not considered. 

If you have any questions about the role, please contact

- Nikita Fleming – Manager Operational Support, Nikita.Fleming@nmdhb.govt.nz or

- Neil Yorke – Head of Department/Psychiatrist, Neil.Yorke@nmdhb.govt.nz

For any questions about the recruitment process, please contact Athena Nguyen athena.nguyen@tewhatuora.govt.nz 

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