Consultant Psychiatrist Icamhs

Consultant Psychiatrist ICAMHS at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Waikato, Waikato

Infant, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

Permanent Full time

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

There is an exciting opportunity to become part of a team of passionate Mental Health Clinicians who support one another to affect change and make a sustainable difference in the lives of tamariki, rangatahi, their whanau and their communities they work with.

This role offers great variety.

You will work with a number of specialists both internally and externally, so you will need the ability to maintain excellent working relationships with these groups of people.

We offer you :

a job where no two days are ever the same; you will see the full spectrum of psychiatry from enduring mental illness through to trauma, grief and distress

an excellent relocation and support package

supportive and caring colleagues within a close-knit team

a commitment to continuing education and professional development.

active peer review groups and a recognised training scheme for Fellows of theRANZCP

the ability to contribute to systemic change.

We are the Health NZ Te Whatu Ora – Waikato provider arm of ICAMHS in central Hamilton.

We provide specialist services for children / tamariki and adolescents / rangatahi who are experiencing serious mental health difficulties and have a strong emphasis on family / whanau involvement in the recovery journey.

As a community-based service, we are open Monday to Friday

About Hamilton

Waikato Hospital is a major regional hospital in Hamilton and is a leading tertiary teaching hospital located in Hamilton, New Zealand, serving as the regional hub for the Midland area, which includes the Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Lakes, Tairawhiti, and Taranaki districts.

With around 722 inpatient beds, 22 operating theatres, and a dedicated outpatient clinic and procedure centre, Waikato Hospital provides comprehensive hospital services, including radiology, laboratory, and pharmacy.

As a major teaching hospital with affiliations to the University of Auckland, University of Waikato, and Wintec, it offers a dynamic learning environment and access to research opportunities.

The hospital is equipped with advanced diagnostic and treatment facilities located on the Waiora Waikato Hospital Campus, with both road and air ambulance support.

Hamilton, where Waikato Hospital is situated, is a vibrant city nestled alongside the scenic Waikato River, offering a perfect mix of nature and culture.

Explore the stunning Hamilton Gardens, home to themed gardens from Italy to Asia, or visit the Waikato Museum to delve into the region's rich history.

The city also boasts the Hamilton Zoo, where you can walk through an aviary filled with native birds.

Hamilton is a lively hub, with a variety of cafes, restaurants, and bars, along with events like rugby, cricket, and the famous National Agricultural Fieldays and Balloons over Waikato festival.

With its vibrant atmosphere and proximity to outdoor adventures, Hamilton is an ideal place to live and work.

For more information on living and working in Waikato click here

About you

Skills and experience you'll need to be considered for the role :

A versatile and flexible clinician who has a passion for working as part of a team

A person who is excited about and willing to contribute participate in service enhancement

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 Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

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All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Kay Nisbet-Smith, Medical Staff Co-ordinator, Mental Health and Addictions Service

Employer : Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Waikato

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