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Medical Officer for Intellectual Disability Mental Health
1 week ago
Company Overview:
Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Waitaha Canterbury is committed to delivering equitable, high-quality healthcare to all communities. Our Pae Ora vision focuses on longer, healthier lives with improved quality and fairness in health outcomes.
About the Role:
We are seeking a Specialist Medical Officer (SMO)/Consultant Psychiatrist to join our Intellectually Disabled Persons Health Service. In this pivotal role, you will deliver high-quality mental health and intellectual disability assessment, diagnosis, and treatment to individuals with diverse needs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive psychiatric and risk assessments to inform treatment planning and interventions
- Collaborate closely with allied health professionals, including psychologists, social workers, and occupational therapists, to ensure integrated care delivery
- Actively participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, case conferences, and clinical reviews to optimise patient outcomes
- Contribute to the development and implementation of policies, protocols, and clinical guidelines relevant to intellectual disability mental health services
- Engage in ongoing professional development activities to enhance your clinical knowledge and skills in the field of intellectual disability mental health
Requirements:
- Specialist registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand or eligibility to obtain registration
- Fellowship with the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (FRANZCP) or equivalent
- Experience in providing mental health services to individuals with intellectual disabilities is highly desirable
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills
- A commitment to patient-centred care and continuous quality improvement
What We Offer:
- A collaborative and cohesive healthcare system where professionals thrive in a supportive and innovative environment
- The opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of individuals with intellectual disabilities and their families
- A chance to work with a multidisciplinary team dedicated to providing comprehensive support
Why Work with Us?
We are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations. We want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us.
