Psychologist - Infectious Diseases

· Permanent part-time (0.2 FTE) position

· Work within a supportive interdisciplinary service

· Opportunity for continuing professional development 

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

The Adult Infectious Diseases Department provides support to over 1000 people with HIV in the northern region. This patient group includes a substantial number of people with a history of previous trauma, psychiatric comorbidity, substance addiction, or internalised stigma around their HIV diagnosis. These factors impact engagement in care, adherence to treatment, and quality of life. Having a psychologist on the team would make material improvements in the outcomes for our patients.

As the sole psychologist in the team, you will;

· Support the adjustment and rehabilitation of patients and whānau following a variety of physical health conditions, including new diagnosis of HIV, trauma, and substance addiction

· Undertake comprehensive psychological assessment and outcome-focused innovative care, applying evidence-based practice, interventions and education.

· Contribute collaboratively to our interdisciplinary team

· Contribute to quality and service improvements and development of team members

About the Team/Service/ Location

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About you

To be successful, you must have:

· New Zealand registration as a Psychologist and have a current Annual Practising Certificate (APC)

· Doctorate in Clinical Psychology or equivalent qualification.

· Experience in a physical health, sexual health, medical or rehabilitation setting

· Demonstrated an ability to work effectively in an inter-disciplinary team.

Click here to view the position description

Apply now at Careers, Health New Zealand quoting job title and reference number ADHB23768. Please attach a Cover Letter and your latest CV.

If you have any queries about this opportunity or accessibility or technical issues with the online process, please contact Pieter Erasmus, Recruitment Consultant at pieter.erasmus@tewhatuora.govt.nz. or Ph 09 638-0401 to discuss how we can best support your application.