Consultant Psychiatrist, Mental Health & Addictions

%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:107%;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EConsultant Psychiatrist – Tiaho Mai, Adult Acute Inpatient Mental Health%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:107%;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora – Counties Manukau%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:107%;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EMiddlemore Hospital, Auckland, New Zealand | Permanent Full-Time%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:107%;%22%3EWe are seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist to join Tiaho Mai, our adult acute inpatient mental health service at Middlemore Hospital in Auckland. This is an opportunity to work in a diverse and clinically stimulating environment, providing specialist mental health care and medical leadership within a collaborative multidisciplinary team.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:107%;%22%3ECounties Manukau serves one of New Zealand%27s most culturally diverse communities, offering a broad range of clinical experiences and opportunities to make a meaningful contribution to mental health care. Our service is committed to delivering high-quality, culturally responsive care and improving outcomes for the communities we serve.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:107%;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EAbout the Role%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:107%;%22%3EThe Consultant Psychiatrist leads a medical team, providing clinical direction, supervision and support to junior medical staff while working collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, effective and coordinated care.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:107%;%22%3EThe role includes responsibility for psychiatric assessment, diagnosis and treatment planning, managing complex clinical presentations and undertaking the statutory responsibilities of a Responsible Clinician under the Mental Health Act. Effective engagement and communication with tangata whaiora and their whānau is central to the role, including supporting shared decision-making and continuity of care.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:107%;%22%3EWorking alongside clinical and operational leaders, the Consultant Psychiatrist contributes to the development of clinical practice, service quality and a therapeutic environment that promotes recovery, trauma-informed care and least restrictive practice.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:107%;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EKey Responsibilities%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22margin-left:18.0pt;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:107%;%22%3EProvide specialist psychiatric assessment, treatment and clinical leadership for tangata whaiora receiving acute inpatient care.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22margin-left:18.0pt;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:107%;%22%3ELead the medical team, including clinical supervision, mentoring and professional development of junior medical staff.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22margin-left:18.0pt;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:107%;%22%3EUndertake the statutory responsibilities of a Responsible Clinician under the Mental Health Act, ensuring appropriate clinical oversight and compliance with legislative %26nbsp; %26nbsp; %26nbsp; %26nbsp; %26nbsp; %26nbsp; %26nbsp; %26nbsp; %26nbsp; requirements.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22margin-left:18.0pt;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:107%;%22%3EWork collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to support coordinated treatment planning, clinical decision-making and effective transitions of care.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22margin-left:18.0pt;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:107%;%22%3EEngage with tangata whaiora and their whānau, providing clear communication, involvement in care planning and support with complex clinical decisions.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22margin-left:18.0pt;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:107%;%22%3EPromote evidence-based, trauma-informed and culturally responsive care, with an emphasis on therapeutic engagement and least restrictive practice.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22margin-left:18.0pt;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:107%;%22%3EContribute to clinical governance, quality improvement, risk management and ongoing service development.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3ETo view the position description, please %3C/span%3E%3Ca href=%22https://drive.google.com/file/d/122f0YXhSpcY84Qa018Aox4rzDa7MZma3/view?usp=sharing%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3Eclick here.%3C/span%3E%3C/a%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:107%;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EAbout you%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:107%;%22%3EYou will be an experienced psychiatrist with sound clinical judgement, strong communication skills and the ability to provide effective medical leadership within a complex acute inpatient environment.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:107%;%22%3EYou will bring a collaborative approach to multidisciplinary practice, a commitment to supporting colleagues and the ability to manage complex clinical presentations while maintaining a focus on safe, equitable and person-centred care.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:107%;%22%3EYou will demonstrate a commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, culturally responsive practice and improving outcomes for Māori, Pacific peoples and the diverse communities of Counties Manukau.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:107%;%22%3EVocational registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand in the scope of Psychiatry and a current Annual Practising Certificate are essential at commencement of employment.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:107%;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EConsidering a move to New Zealand?%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:107%;%22%3EWe welcome applications from suitably qualified overseas psychiatrists looking for a new professional challenge and a change of lifestyle.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:107%;%22%3EAuckland offers the advantages of a vibrant, international city alongside easy access to beaches, coastal walks, islands and outdoor recreation. With a temperate climate and a wide range of cultural, sporting and recreational opportunities, it offers an attractive place to live and work.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:107%;%22%3EHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to delivering equitable, accessible and high-quality healthcare for all New Zealanders.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:107%;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EWorking at Health New Zealand%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:107%;%22%3EHealth 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%3Cstrong%3E. %3C/strong%3EWe welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:107%;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EHow to Apply%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:107%;%22%3ETo apply please click “%3Cstrong%3Eapply now%3C/strong%3E.”%3Cstrong%3E%26nbsp;%3C/strong%3E All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal%3Cstrong%3E.%3C/strong%3E If you have any questions about the role, please contact Barbs at Barbara.ridgway@tewhatuora.govt.nz%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cdiv style=%22text-align:justify;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/div%3E%3Cdiv style=%22text-align:justify;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Verdana;font-size:x-small;%22%3E%3Ci%3EAt Counties Manukau Health people and their lives matter to us. We are a values based and inclusive organisation that is committed to delivering the best health outcomes for our community. To help us achieve this we need a workforce that reflects the population we serve. We strongly encourage applications from all backgrounds who share our values and have a passion to work in our community and would greatly value seeing applicants from our Maaori and Pacific communities. We are also committed to our Disability Strategy, which focuses on people with disabilities; they are our patients, whaanau, community and our staff - all carefully considered in our action plan. Together we will improve the accessibility needs for everyone who has a disability. Our values are Valuing Everyone- Whakawhanaungatanga , Kind –Manaakitanga, Together –Kotahitanga, Excellent- Rangatiratanga. If these are your values too, then join us today.%3C/i%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/div%3E%3Cdiv style=%22text-align:justify;%22%3E%3Cbr%3E%26nbsp;%3C/div%3E%3Cdiv style=%22text-align:justify;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Verdana;font-size:x-small;%22%3E%3Ci%3E%3Cimg src=%22http://www.aucklandhealthjobs.com/resources/pdf/CMDHB/Pics/sig/atick.jpg%22 alt=%22%22 _fcksavedurl=%22http://www.aucklandhealthjobs.com/resources/pdf/CMDHB/Pics/sig/atick.jpg%22%3E%3C/i%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%26nbsp;%3C/div%3E%3Cdiv style=%22text-align:justify;%22%3E%3Cbr%3E%26nbsp;%3C/div%3E%3Cdiv style=%22text-align:justify;%22%3E%3Cbr%3E%26nbsp;%3C/div%3E

At Counties Manukau Health people and their lives matter to us. We are a values based and inclusive organisation that is committed to delivering the best health outcomes for our community. To help us achieve this we need a workforce that reflects the population we serve. We strongly encourage applications from all backgrounds who share our values and have a passion to work in our community and would greatly value seeing applicants from our Maaori and Pacific communities. We are also committed to our Disability Strategy, which focuses on people with disabilities; they are our patients, whaanau, community and our staff - all carefully considered in our action plan. Together we will improve the accessibility needs for everyone who has a disability. Our values are Valuing Everyone- Whakawhanaungatanga , Kind –Manaakitanga, Together –Kotahitanga, Excellent- Rangatiratanga. If these are your values too, then join us today.

Job Details

Job Description: This position is a Core Children's worker under the Children's Act & requires full safety checks completed before any new employee starts

Job Posting: Ongoing

Organization: Hospital & Specialist Services

Primary Location: New Zealand

Job: Consultant Psychiatrist, Full-time, Monday - Friday

Recruiter: Barbara Ridgway