Seeking a consultant psychiatrist for a full time position with a premier provincial community mental health service on the east coast of New Zealand's North Island. Position Highlights Mental Health Team provides specialist mental health services to people aged 18 to 65 years who are most severely affected by mental illness or addiction. comprehensive services include assessment, diagnosis, treatment, complex case management and liaison with primary care providers. multidisciplinary teams include psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, social workers, an occupational therapist, addiction practitioner and peer support workers. active caseload of 500 people with mental health or addiction needs. 40 hour week plus on call rota clinical functions: This encompasses comprehensive mental health assessment and treatment. medico-legal functions: Psychiatrists will be required to take on the role of Responsible Clinician under the Mental Health (Compulsory Assessment and Treatment) Act 1992. collaboration with other members of the multidisciplinary team, cultural support staff, families and management to ensure equitable, safe care of patients. participation in a range of personal, team-based and departmental quality assurance activities Requirements FRANZCP or equivalent qualification accepted by the Medical Council of New Zealand Eligibility for vocational registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand Benefits Competitive salary in accordance with ASMS MECA or IEA Additional allowances for on-call duties 6% employer contribution to pension scheme 6 weeks annual leave and 10 days study leave with $16,000 annual allowance Comprehensive relocation package and visa sponsorship for eligible candidates Opportunities to develop subspecialist interests Hastings Hawkes Bay Located on New Zealand's North Island East Coast, Hastings is the twin city of Napier and sits 18km inland. Some features include: major agricultural, food and wine producing region 4 hours from Wellington city centre has evolving enclave of open spaces to chill out alongside a growing number of restaurants, cafes and bars. good selection of public and private day and boarding schools How to Apply If you are interested in this job and have the skills and experience to excel in this role, please submit your CV and cover letter We can assist with applications for registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand.