Consultant Psychiatrist - Older Persons Community

Consultant Psychiatrist - Older Persons Community

This is an exciting opportunity to work for the Mental Health Service Older Persons (MHSOP) team. The MHSOP is predominantly a community based service with a 16 bed specialist inpatient unit located on the Kenepuru Community Hospital campus. Our service sits under MHAIDS and works closely with other local and regional services within the Wellington Region. We work as a multi-disciplinary team including nursing, medical, occupational therapy, clinical psychology, social work and support staff.

MHSOP provides specialist assessment, treatment and rehabilitation interventions in partnership with clients, whanau, primary care and other agencies. The service primarily sees older adults presenting with mental health needs in later and older adults with complex behavioral and psychological needs secondary to a dementia process (BPSD).

Wellington is an excellent place to live, offering a balance of lifestyle benefits and natural beauty. Enjoy the city's vibrant cultural scene, excellent cafes and restaurants, a reliable public transport network, and easy access to beaches, parks, and walking trails. The city's compact layout makes commuting relatively straightforward, while its strong sense of community and high quality of life make it attractive to individuals, couples, and families alike.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is 'the weaving of wellness'. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. The Equity Work Programme at Health NZ focuses on helping everyone in the health system think about equity when they do their work. It also promotes the cultural change needed for the whole system to reach equity in health outcomes.

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About you:

• Vocationally registered in Psychiatry with the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ)
• FRANZCP or equivalent qualification and be able to register for vocational registration with the MCNZ
• Work in collaboration with multidisciplinary team
• Relevant experience and training