Psychiatry - Balclutha

Dunedin and Wakari HospitalsSalary band

• $130,566 - $194,820 and KiwisaverPermanent, full-timeWhy train as a Psychiatry Registrar in DunedinWe offer rigorous academic training and specialised clinical opportunitiesAcademic psychiatry position working in close collaboration with the University of OtagoA comprehensive programme with well-established training schemeYou will be part of a year cohort who meet weekly face to face for teaching allowing you to forge relationships with likeminded peers and academicsMentoring programme and supervisor support tailored to your needsWeekly dedicated teaching during the university semester (protected day-release teaching)We can accommodate Advanced Training in RANZCP sub-speciality CertificatesClose ties to University of OtagoYou will be in frequent contact with leading academics in the field if you wish to pursue research in mental health and addictionsThe program is led by locally trained psychiatrists.

• 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 roleYou'll be part of a team of dedicated and experienced Consultants, Registrars, House Officers, and Nursing and Allied Health professionals working across a range of runs, including:Emergency Psychiatry ServicesYouth Specialty ServicesEarly Intervention ServiceSpecialist Addiction ServicesForensic Psychiatry including inpatientConsult LiaisonMental Health for Older People (inpatient and Consult Liaison)Intellectual DisabilityGeneral Adult Community ServicesGeneral Adult wardsChild and FamilyAshburn ClinicPlease note that while we do not offer a designated Rural run, a number of the above runs do provide Rural experienceThis role belongs to the New Zealand Resident Doctors' Association and Te Whatu Ora (Health New Zealand) Collective Agreement and Specialty Trainees of New Zealand (STONZ) and Te Whatu Ora (Health New Zealand) Collective AgreementAbout the LocationSouthern is world famous for its picturesque mountains, fiords, glaciers, coastlines, and lakes that are often depicted on postcards and movies.

• it's also adventure-central with a great cultural and foodie scene.

You can set your sights on Southern where you can truly have it all-advancing your career whilst living your best life amidst some of the most stunning scenery New Zealand has to offer.For more information on living and working in Dunedin click hereAbout youOur ideal candidate will have:registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand or be eligible for general or provisional general registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand.

You can check your eligibility for registration by visiting the Council's website at MCNZa minimum of two years post qualification and possess a strong interest in Psychiatry.It is requirement of the Medical Council of New Zealand that your qualifications are approved through EPIC.

If you have a commitment to working in New Zealand, it is highly recommended that you start this process as soon as possible to allow your subsequent registration to be undertaken in a timely fashion.

• Te Whatu Ora Southern has the largest geographical coverage of all the New Zealand regions, providing services to 350,000 people in diverse communities.

We take pride in all the services we provide, and our aim is to improve, promote and protect the health of our region.

We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.All applications must include:Cover letter for Health New Zealand SouthernAn up-to-date CV (Medical work history in chronological order, starting from completion of your primary medical qualification and include locum work and any gaps of 3 months or more)Three referee reports on the national reference template form or the MCNZ RP6 reference form (one of whom must be your most recent supervisor) for international applicantsHow to applyTo apply please click 'apply now'.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact rmo.recruitment@southerndhb.govt.nzWe will review applications as received and you will be advised of the outcome of the application in August 2025 as this application is part of the annual recruitment round.We only accept online applications.

Please apply via our website