Consultant Psychiatrist, East Tamaki
Kiaora, Talofa Lava, Ni Hao Ma, Konnichiwa, Namaste, Malo e lelei, Kia Orana,
- Consultant Psychiatrist – for our Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services CAMHS teams in the South Auckland communities including Otahuhu, Mangere, Otara, Pukekohe, Papakura, Manurewa and also across the East Auckland region.
- Permanent Fulltime role
- Salary Range dependant on experience: $185,380 - $267,980 (ASMS SECA)
- Free Assistance with Immigration through our Immigration Advisor
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:
This would be a great role for those who have a passion in making a difference in the lives of our Rangatahi (adolescent and teenagers)
You will be working with young people in a major centre with easy access to awe-inspiring scenery and experience outdoor adventures like tramping in Duders Regional Park, swimming in the beautiful Eastern beaches Maraetai, Omana, and the Regional Parks of Tawhitokino and Awhitu and driving blissfully along Karioitahi beach. Just to name a few.
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
As a Consultant Psychiatrist you will be making a difference in the life of Adolescents with serious mental health and addictions. Not only with you be providing clinically and culturally responsive specialist mental health care for Rangatahi (adolescents) you will also provide clinical consultation for your colleagues in your team.
About the Team/Service/ Location
Our integrated locality-based child and adolescent services in the Counties Manukau Health area, provide clinically and culturally responsive specialist mental health care for Tamariki and Rangatahi with serious mental health and addiction problems.
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About you
You will be able to provide consultation and liaison with primary care partners for those with mild to moderate concerns.
- You will be able to provide clinical oversight and best practice assessment and treatment to tamariki (children) and Rangatahi (youth).
- You will be able to work in culturally rich communities of South Auckland including Otahuhu, Mangere, Otara, Pukekohe, Papakura, Manurewa and also across the East Auckland region.
- We welcome applications from overseas candidates.
- You will work mainly from our different bases at Otahuhu, and or Springs Rd East Tamaki and have the opportunity to work from other clinics as well
- You will be also providing clinical consultant liaison to health professionals in primary care practices and schools.
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You will be supported through the recruitment process with a dedicated Consultant working with you through the job offer, council registration and helping you settle in once you arrive!
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Essential:
Eligible to register or registered in a Vocational scope with the Medical Council of New Zealand (eligibility for registration can be checked via this link https://www.mcnz.org.nz/get-registered/registration-self-assessment-tool/ )
Current Annual Practising Certificate with the NZMC
For more information, please contact Barbara in the Talent Acquisition Centre on 09 259 3640 or Barbara.ridgway@middlemore.co.nz.
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 Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
How to Apply
To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal by 30 November, 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Barbara Ridgway on Barbara.ridgway@middlemore.co.nz.
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
