Psychiatrist General Adult – New Zealand

Website NZDr

The New Zealand specialist medical recruitment agency.

Seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist to join its General Adult team, with a particular focus on crisis resolution and acute care. The role involves working within a multidisciplinary framework to provide timely assessment, short-term intervention, and collaborative treatment planning for individuals experiencing significant mental health deterioration.

The service operates across emergency and community settings, offering a dynamic and responsive environment for clinicians who value teamwork, cultural awareness, and innovation in care delivery.

Christchurch offers a balanced lifestyle with easy access to beaches, mountains, and a thriving urban centre. With excellent schools, affordable housing, and a strong sense of community, the region is ideal for professionals seeking both career satisfaction and quality of life.

Qualifications and Experience:

Proven experience and expertise in General Adult Psychiatry

Subspecialty interests will be considered.

Hold post graduate specialist qualifications and registration in Psychiatry

Be eligible for an Annual Practicing Certificate and vocational scope of Psychiatry with the Medical Council of New Zealand.

Commitment to ongoing professional development and continuing medical education.

Working in New Zealand

Health New Zealand has a Collective Employment Agreement in place across all their Districts offering:

Annual leave: 6 weeks

CME Allowance and Leave – $16,000/2 weeks

$185,000 – $268,000 Base salary + allowances for job size, on call and availability.

Reimbursement of APC, college membership, and indemnity insurance.

Access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources.

Assistance with relocation.

Working with NZDr means advice and support with:

Medical Council Registration.

Immigration.

Job search and interview set up.

Our experience of living in New Zealand – regions, healthcare, and school systems.

Interested? Apply below!

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