Looking for a Psychiatry role offering genuine clinical variety, strong multidisciplinary support, and an exceptional lifestyle in one of New Zealand’s most scenic and vibrant cities?
Head Medical is seeking experienced Acute/Crisis Psychiatry Doctor to join a supportive and highly regarded Mental Health service in Dunedin, New Zealand. Work across Emergency Psychiatry and Acute Inpatient Services within a well-established multidisciplinary team.
Ideal for doctors progressing at ST3–ST7 level (or equivalent), or experienced Specialty Doctors looking to further develop their clinical experience. Please note this is not a Consultant-level position.
- Comprehensive Mental Health Service including inpatient, community, addiction, forensic and liaison Psychiatry
- Outstanding South Island lifestyle with beaches, mountains, cafés, arts, skiing and adventure activities on your doorstep
- Excellent consultant support and structured induction
- Salary -$152,694 - $222,476 NZD (commensurate with experience)
The Role
This position involves both Crisis Psychiatry, with the Acute Inpatient Unit. The role involves psychiatric assessment, treatment planning and clinical leadership whilst working closely within a highly supportive multidisciplinary team environment.
The wider Mental Health Service in Dunedin is well-resourced by international standards and includes community mental health teams, inpatient services, addiction, forensic, old age, child and adolescent, intellectual disability and consult liaison psychiatry services. Family and whānau involvement is strongly prioritised across the service.
You will contribute to delivering high-quality contemporary psychiatric care to the Otago population and participate in the wider Southern district on-call roster. There is also strong involvement in teaching, supervision and ongoing professional development.
What are we looking for?
• Eligibility for registration via the competent authority pathway with the Medical Council of New Zealand
• Experience within Acute / Crisis Psychiatry
• Commitment to multidisciplinary and collaborative care
• Interest in teaching, supervision and professional development
The Location
Dunedin is the second largest city in New Zealand’s South Island and is widely regarded as one of the country’s most liveable and character-filled cities. Known for its heritage architecture, welcoming community and vibrant arts, music and café culture, Dunedin offers an outstanding balance between career and lifestyle.
The city combines excellent restaurants, shopping, entertainment and coastal living with easy access to mountain biking, hiking, surf beaches, wineries and lakes. Queenstown and Wanaka are within easy reach for skiing and adventure pursuits, whilst the city itself offers an easy commute and a genuine sense of work-life balance.
With excellent schools, affordable housing and a safe family-friendly environment, it is easy to see why more and more people are choosing to make Dunedin home.
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.