Consultant Psychiatrist Adult General Psychiatry Tauranga, New Zealand AR-203

I have had the pleasure of recruiting a fantastic psychiatrist through Larry. He was a person who recognised and understood the needs of our Service but also understood the wishes and desires of the prospective Doctor. He worked tirelessly in …

City: Tauranga

Country: New Zealand

Profession: Psychiatrist Adults Outpatient

Job Type: Permanent Full-Time

Relocation: Yes Depends on level of experience

Start Date: Negotiable

He Kōrero mō te tūranga – About the Role
We are looking for an enthusiastic Consultant Psychiatrist to join our client's vibrant, innovative and friendly team. Working in the beautiful Bay of Plenty, they have the privilege of being able to develop innovative new ways of looking after their diverse population.

Tauranga is New Zealand's fastest growing city and as a result it is time for us to grow our team of Psychiatrists so we can continue to provide a high level of care. They currently have a permanent full-time position available in General Adult Psychiatry.
They are excited to offer:

1. A well-established group of peers for you to join.
2. General Adult Inpatient and outpatient services, Psychogeriatrics, Consult Liaison, Child and Adolescent, Drug and alcohol and Maternal Mental Health services.
3. We are a teaching hospital with Psychiatric Registrars Training through the Upper Central North Island (UCNI) training scheme and 5th and 6th year medical students through the University of Auckland.
4. Opportunities for research and teaching roles through our clinical campus and close links with Auckland University.
5. Opportunities for involvement in service development and clinical leadership.

The Psychiatrist appointed to this role will have the opportunity to live and work in the beautiful Bay of Plenty and shape the future of local services. There is support for academic interests and a strong clinical community. If you like to work in a team that puts the young person and their family/whānau at the centre, and is collaborative, creative and collegial, please consider this your next job.

He korero mōu – About You
Criteria for this position:

1. You need to be a Vocationally Registered Psychiatrist with the Medical Council of NZ or be eligible for this.
2. Have fellowship with the RANZCP or the equivalent is essential.

If you like to work in a team that puts the patient at the centre, and is collaborative, creative and collegial, please consider this your next job.
Applying from overseas? You can complete the self-assessment tool on the Medical Council of New Zealand website to determine which pathway to registration (as a medical practitioner in New Zealand) you might be eligible.

Mō Tātou – Location and Employer
Situated in the sunny eastern coast of New Zealand's North Island, the Bay of Plenty really is just that, offering vast golden sand beaches, bush clad mountains, lush farmlands and more. Its pleasant climate means that the area has become a favourite for holiday makers, retirees and those looking for a different lifestyle outside of the main cities. The Bay of Plenty is also a great base from which to explore New Zealand, Australia, the Pacific islands and Asia.

This employer is spread across a vast geographical area and centered across two hospitals based in Tauranga and Whakatāne. They serve a population of approximately 308,000 for the major population centres of Tauranga, Katikati, Te Puke, Whakatāne, Kawerau and Ōpōtiki with a staff of over 4000 staff.

Ko o tatou painga – Their Benefits

1. Access to ongoing in-house professional development.
2. Relocation assistance available for international candidates.
3. Access to Immigration and Medical Registration support.
4. Commitment to staff wellness and healthy working practices (e.g. We support work life balance and flexible work arrangements whenever possible).
5. Highly rewarding role and opportunity to make a difference
6. Be a valued member of a multidisciplinary team.
7. Subsidised onsite hospital gym membership.
8. Free flu vaccinations.
9. Free onsite parking.
10. Discounts (with local businesses).

Ngā uarātanga ō ā mātou mahi – Their Values
At Te Whatu Ora Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty (formally Bay of Plenty District Health Board BOPDHB) we recruit for our Manaakitanga CARE values. Why do we do this? Because values-based teams deliver better care.

Their manaakitanga CARE values (Compassion, All-one-team, Responsive and Excellence) support each of us to make a difference every day in the things we do and say. Therefore, it's important that when recruiting, they recruit new colleagues who live by their CARE values.

They are committed to improving Māori health outcomes and achieving health equity for Māori through Te Tiriti o Waitangi obligations. It is essential you demonstrate an awareness of Māori indigenous rights and current issues in relation to health and health equity.