Psychiatric Registrar (Training) ARC 2026 at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Whanganui, Manawatu / Whanganui

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Whanganui Hospital

 Permanent Full Time

About this Role

Health New Zealand Whanganui is seeking applications from Registrars and Senior House Officers wanting to progress their career to join our friendly team as a Training Psychiatric Registrar

You will predominantly work in Te Awhina, our Inpatient Acute Mental Health service. This is a 12-bed inpatient unit for people 18 years and older. 

Our Benefits

• Excellent support and opportunities for development through a high level of SMO contact and supervision
• The opportunity to work in a modern facility
• A professional and supportive culture and team setting
• Fulfilling and challenging work with great lifestyle options
• Broad presentations facilitate you to developing a wider knowledge base
• Highly rewarding role and opportunity to make a difference!
• Greater access to runs in niche specialties

Health NZ is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we're building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.

About you

Our ideal candidate will have the following:

• Registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand or be eligible for general or provisional general registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand. You can check your eligibility for registration by visiting the Council's website at www.mcnz.org.nz
• A minimum of one year post qualification experience.
• You must be enthusiastic, self-motivated, highly organised and be an excellent communicator

Salary range

This role is covered by the terms and conditions of New Zealand Resident Doctors' Association & 20 DHB Multi Employer Collective 17 May 2021 - 31 March 2024 (NZRDA MECA) and Specialty Trainees of New Zealand and 20 District Health Boards Multi Employer Collective Agreement 14 December 2021 - 13 December 2023 (the STONZ MECA).

Who are we

Our vision is He Hāpori Ora - Thriving Communities, with our mission being 'to improve health and independence through a responsive and integrated health system'.

Whanganui is situated on the west coast of New Zealand's lower North Island. It's location on the historically significant and beautiful Whanganui River, and close proximity to the mountains, makes it ideal for tramping, skiing, fishing and a variety of outdoor adventure pursuits. Whanganui proudly boasts a heritage rich in arts and culture, and excellent educational and sports training facilities. We offer a relaxed lifestyle, affordable housing, an easy commute to work, and an easy two-and-a-half hour drive to New Zealand's capital city, Wellington. Whatever your interests, Whanganui can offer an excellent work / lifestyle balance.

Our population is big enough to support ground-breaking ambitions and small enough for authentic connection. Whanganui's hospitality, like our river, is legendary: we look forward to welcoming you.

Working at Health New Zealand 

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. 

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations. We embrace diversity and welcome application from all people, including all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and disability. A workforce that is diverse and inclusive means that we are better positioned to understand and service our community.

If you are interested in applying or just want to know more, you can email  Kent.Wilkins@wdhb.org.nz or click on “Apply Now”.