Head Medical is recruiting Psychiatry Doctors with Acute or Emergency Psychiatry experience to join a well-established and supportive Mental Health service in Invercargill, New Zealand.
We are particularly interested in candidates at Registrar or equivalent Senior Doctor (SAS) level, seeking a varied acute caseload within a service that offers strong clinical support alongside an excellent lifestyle.
You will be part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team, delivering urgent and acute mental health assessment and intervention services across the Southland region, within a service committed to high-quality, patient-centred care.
- Exposure to Acute & Emergency Psychiatry within a supportive multidisciplinary team
- Excellent Consultant support and structured induction
- Protected non-clinical time and ongoing CPD opportunities
- Competitive salary: $152,694 – $222,476 NZD (depending on experience)
- Exceptional South Island lifestyle with affordable living and world-class outdoor recreation!
The Role
Based in Invercargill, you will work within the Southland Emergency Mental Health Service, supporting patients presenting with acute psychiatric illness and mental health crises. This is a dynamic and rewarding post offering broad clinical exposure, including:
- Acute psychiatric assessments
- Crisis intervention and risk management
- Emergency mental health presentations
- Liaison with inpatient and community services
- Multidisciplinary treatment planning
- Participation in regional mental health service delivery
You will work alongside experienced Consultant Psychiatrists, Mental Health Nurses, and Allied Health professionals in a highly collegial environment where support and collaboration are prioritised. The wider Mental Health service includes:
- Adult Acute Inpatient Unit
- Community Mental Health Teams
- Emergency Mental Health Service
- Child & Adolescent Mental Health Services
- Older Persons Mental Health
This is an excellent opportunity to further develop your acute psychiatry expertise within a progressive New Zealand healthcare system.
Who We Are Looking For
We are particularly interested in candidates who bring:
- Relevant Psychiatry experience at Registrar or Senior Doctor level, ideally in acute, emergency, or inpatient settings
- Experience undertaking urgent and comprehensive psychiatric assessments
- Confidence and sound clinical judgement managing acute mental health presentations
- Strong communication and multidisciplinary teamworking skills
- A commitment to culturally safe, patient-centred care
- Eligibility for Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ) registration via a Competent Authority pathway
This role is particularly well suited to:
- Psychiatry Registrars
- SAS / Specialty Doctors
- Associate Specialists
- Doctors working at Consultant level without formal CCT
Doctors with experience in crisis psychiatry, liaison psychiatry, acute inpatient psychiatry, or emergency mental health services are encouraged to apply.
The Location
Located at the southern tip of New Zealand’s South Island, Invercargill offers an outstanding quality of life and true work-life balance.
Benefits of living here include:
- Affordable housing and family-friendly communities
- Easy access to Queenstown, Fiordland National Park, and Stewart Island
- Exceptional outdoor lifestyle: hiking, skiing, cycling and more
- Short commutes and a relaxed pace of life
- Welcoming communities and excellent local amenities
This is an ideal destination for doctors seeking a long-term lifestyle move without compromising on clinical experience.
What Head Medical can do for you
Head Medical is a specialist international healthcare recruitment company and has been helping doctors relocate to Australia, New Zealand and beyond since 2008. From identifying the right opportunity through to regulatory applications and relocation, we provide free guidance and support throughout the process. We also have qualified and licensed Immigration Advisers within our team who can assist with migration planning and visa applications for Australia and New Zealand. The services of our licensed Immigration Advisers are provided as an additional service, with any applicable fees discussed in advance.