Psychiatric Registrar - From 2026 or 2027

• Hawke’s Bay Hospital - Psychiatric Registrar
• Permanent, Full-time, rostered including on-call shifts
• Minimum 6 months or 12 month placements

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

We are seeking a Psychiatric Registrar to join our Mental Health and Addiction Service here at Hawke's Bay Fallen Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital. The position is available to commence when suitable candidates are available, with planned intake dates from September 2026 and February 2027.

As a Psychiatric Registrar, you’ll be working under the guidance and supervision of experienced Senior Medical Officers, managing a wide range of cases across our services. You will work with a diverse patient population, gaining experience in assessments, diagnosis, and the development of treatment and management plans in collaboration with patients and their whānau.

While most registrars begin their training with a rotation in our inpatient unit, there is flexibility to explore other placements depending on your level of experience and service availability. These may include rotations in:

• Community Mental Health and Addiction Services
• Child, Adolescent and Family Service
• Emergency Mental Health Service (EMHS)
• Consultation Liaison Service
• Maternal Mental Health
• Older Persons Mental Health Service
• Adult Mental Health Services
• Kaupapa Māori Mental Health – with opportunities to engage with NGO partners providing culturally grounded services to our community.

Our department is fully accredited by the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP), offering a supportive and structured training environment.
 

About the Team, Service & Location

The successful candidate would join a team of 8 Registrars, 2 House Officers, and 14 Senior Medical Officers, all working collaboratively with nurses, allied health professionals, nurses, allied health professionals, kaitakawaenga (cultural support staff) and consumer advisors. You will gain excellent clinical experience, with diverse patients presenting with moderate to severe mental health and addiction issues.

The Mental Health and Addictions Service encompasses a comprehensive range of care settings:

• A 23-bed inpatient unit
• Emergency Mental Health Service
• Home-Based Treatment Team
• Community teams in Napier and Hastings
• Specialist services in Child and Adolescent, Older Persons, Consultation-Liaison, Early Intervention, and Maternal Mental Health

Each of these services provides valuable learning and development opportunities for registrars. Join us and gain hands-on experience while making a meaningful difference in the lives of our community. 

Hawke's Bay is the heartland of Ngāti Kahungunu — one of the largest iwi in Aotearoa. The region's deep Māori heritage is woven into its culture, art, food, and community life. Māori make up approximately 25% of the Hawke's Bay population, and our service works alongside Māori communities and NGO partners to address health inequities and deliver culturally safe care.

Health NZ - Hawke’s Bay provides healthcare services to a population of approximately 180,000 people across the region. Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital is the principal acute hospital and specialist service provider, supported by smaller satellite facilities in Central Hawke’s Bay, Napier, and Wairoa.

Located in Hastings, Hawke’s Bay Hospital is a 400 bed secondary level public hospital delivering both acute and elective care across a broad range of medical and surgical specialties, including paediatrics and obstetrics & gynaecology. We are supported by a strong regional ICU and flight team with tertiary support for cardiac intervention, cardiothoracic surgery, plastics and neurosurgery from Wellington, ensuring comprehensive care.

Hawke’s Bay offers an outstanding work–life balance, with a sunny climate, beautiful beaches, and exceptional outdoor recreation, including over 100km of walking and cycling trails. The region boasts excellent schools, easy access to mountains and skiing, and a vibrant lifestyle enriched by outstanding food, renowned wineries, and a welcoming community. For more information about living and working in Hawke’s Bay, click HERE

About you

• You’re a Resident Medical Officer (RMO) PGY3 or above
• You are registered or eligible for general registration, with the Medical Council of New Zealand

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is committed to delivering equitable, high-quality healthcare for all New Zealanders. We foster a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome applications from Māori, Pacific peoples, disabled persons, and rainbow communities, recognising the strength diversity brings to our organisation and communities.

How to Apply

To review the run description, click HERE. To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact the RMO Recruitment Consultant via email on rmo.recruitment@hbdhb.govt.nz. 
 

Application Requirements

• Cover letter outlining preferred start date and placement
• Current CV, chronological order from primary medical qualification (including locum work and any gaps of more than 3 months)
• Three Reference Request forms, including one from your most recent supervisor, submitted the RMO Recruitment Consultant, email above. Download the Reference Request Form here
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