Psychiatry - Thames
- knit team of professionals.We invest in you with ongoing education and recognised training.Relocate with ease with a generous support package to help you settle in.
Te whiwhinga mahi | The Opportunity This is a permanent, full-time role – 44 hours per week (42.5 hours per week (office hours) and 1.5 hours (average after- hours component)This role offers great variety.
You will work with several specialists both internally and externally and have the ability to maintain excellent working relationships.This is 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 distressYou will work with supportive and caring colleagues within a close-knit team Key responsibilities of the role:Provide quality clinical services to older people within Te Whatu Ora Waikato boundariesAs a clinical expert, you will ensure that the appropriate and current knowledge, skills, and attitudes in the area of psychiatry, are applied to clinical situations and team decision makingParticipate in clinical partnership to ensure that tāngata whaiora and their whānau receive integrated, appropriate, effective, and efficient assessment and careClick here to view the position description.
Ko o tatou painga | Our BenefitsWaikato District area services the Coromandel Peninsula to Meremere, south to National Park and east to Tokoroa, a region with a land mass of over 21,000 kilometres.We are in the unique position of having half of our 400,000 plus population living in rural locations and the other half in towns or cities.With rolling green hills, surf beaches, glow worms, cycle trails, an active volcano and ski fields, there is a range of activities and attractions to suit all.
Come and join us, make a difference in our community, help support tamariki, rangatahi and their whānau, and thrive with a fantastic work-life balance.an excellent relocation and support packagesupportive and caring colleagues within a close-knit teama commitment to continuing education and professional development.active peer review groups and a recognised training scheme for Fellows of the RANZCPthe ability to contribute to systemic change.
Mōu | About youSkills and experience you’ll need to be considered for the role:A Psychiatrist who is vocationally registered or eligible for vocational registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand.A versatile and flexible clinician who has a passion for working as part of a teamA person who is excited about and willing to contribute participate in service enhancementA clinician who is passionate about eliminating health inequities Mō tātou Ratonga | About our ServiceWe are the Mental Health and Addictions Service arm of Health New Zealand | Te Whatu- Waikato. The Mental Health Service for Older Persons (MHSOP) is a secondary specialist service for people over 65 years of age living in the Waikato District.
Older people with functional and organic conditions, co-existing mental health and physical health needs or substance use problems benefit from this service.The service includes a community team and an inpatient unit (OPR1) and provide a cohesive integrated service with medical staff working across both settings.
The service has established links with aged care facilities.The service is family and whānau inclusive.
What does Te Whatu Ora, Waikato offer you?Located in the heart of the mighty Waikato, Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora- Waikato operates over a number of sites with Hamilton City being our main campus and smaller community-based hospitals across our region.
To discover more about our stunning area, please click here.As part of our Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora family, you’ll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.We offer flexible and agile working opportunities.
There are additional Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora- Waikato benefits including generous leave entitlements and access to staff discount schemes.We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy and happy workforce.
Why work for us?As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.We are committed to addressing the inequities within society and being strong advocates for our services users who are often disenfranchised from communities.We are committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong.
We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply and make the mighty Waikato your new home.We are committed to improving outcomes for all the people and communities we serve.We are committed to helping you achieve a work-life balance, one that allows you to experience a fulfilling and rewarding life for you and your families.We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and particularly welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to applyPlease apply online as applications are unable to be accepted via email.
If you have any questions about the role please contact Kay.Nisbet-Smith@waikatodhb.health.nzNau mai haere mai- Come join the team!