Psychologist at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Southern, Otago

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Dunedin Hospital
• Salary band - $85,000 - $130,000 p.a pro rata, Kiwisaver and discounted health insurance
• 0.8 FTE permanent opportunity (possibility to increase to full-time in May 2026)
• Competitive salary and refreshing lifestyle!
• Join our organisation as we go through an exciting time of change!

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the role

We are looking for a psychologist to join the well-established Paediatric Psychology team in Children's Outpatients, Dunedin Hospital. This position would be suited to a psychologist who is registered as a clinical, child and family, or educational psychologist.

We work with tamariki and rangitahi up to 16 years old and their whānau, completing comprehensive developmental and behavioural assessments. We also support children and young people who have chronic medical conditions. We work closely alongside the wider Children's Health team and Child Development Service. This is a large team including Paediatricians, Nurses, Social Workers, Dietitians, Autism/Developmental Co-ordinator, Healthcare Assistant, Speech-language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and Physiotherapists. We also work closely with education and a variety of community services.

The Clinical Psychology team provides services to the whole of the Southern region; therefore, the successful applicant will be required to travel as part of the role. This may also involve an overnight stay.

Assistance with relocation may be available for successful candidates on a case-by-case basis.

A current, full driver's licence is essential.

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About you

• Proven competence, knowledge, and skills in clinical and neuro psychology with a strong knowledge of relevant and appropriate psychological assessments and evidenced based interventions
• Current registration with the NZ Psychologists Board and a current Annual Practicing Certificate with a Clinical Scope of Practice
• Demonstrated commitment to clinical and professional development, including continuous learning and updating of skills and knowledge
• Motivated team player with exceptional communication and time management skills

Salary range

This role belongs to the DHBs/APEX Psychologists Multi-Employer Collective Agreement and falls between Step 1 ($85,000 p.a) and Step 10 ($130,000 p.a pro rata).

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. 

How to apply

To apply please click 'apply now.' All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by Sunday, 5 April 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact: james.boyd@tewhatuora.govt.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.

We only accept online applications. Please apply via our website