Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry - Addiction
Nelson, South Island NZ
NOW ~ 28 Feb 2027
Posted 4 months ago
Locum cover is required from 19 October 2026 - February 2027.
Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.
$1,500 per dayBase salary
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Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry - Child and Adolescent
Greymouth, South Island NZ
NOW ~ 18 Dec 2026
Posted 4 months ago
Locum cover is required from 20 July - 18 December 2026.
Position Details: CAMHS (C&A Psychiatry) Looking for cover for clinic assessments throughout the year Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.
$2,080 per dayBase salary
Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry - Adult
Greymouth, South Island NZ
NOW ~ 31 Dec 2026
Posted 4 months ago
Locum cover is required for: Monday 3 to Wednesday 5 August 2026 Tuesday 18 to Thursday 20 August 2026 Tuesday 1 to Thursday 3 September 2026 Tuesday 15 to Thursday 17 September 2026 Tuesday 29 Sept to Thursday 1 October 2026 Tuesday 13 to Thursday 15 October 2026 Fortnightly pattern ongoing.
Position Details: Clinical duties during the day plus overnight call.
Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.
$2,080 per dayBase salary
Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry - Geriatric
Gisborne, North Island NZ
NOW ~ 24 Nov 2026
Posted 4 months ago
Locum cover is required from 24 August - 24 November 2026.
Position Details: Older age Psychiatrist (MHSOP) Part-time cover can be considered Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.
$2,080 per dayBase salary
Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry - Child and Adolescent
Christchurch, South Island NZ
Start dates are flexible
Posted 4 months ago
Consultant Psychiatrist – Child & Adolescent Location: Christchurch, New Zealand Employment Type: Permanent Start Date: 28 September 2026 Salary: Competitive, based on experience About the Role A rewarding opportunity is available for a Consultant Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist to join a well-established hospital service in Christchurch.
You will work within a collaborative multidisciplinary team delivering specialist mental health care to children, adolescents, and their families.
Key responsibilities include: Providing comprehensive psychiatric assessments and evidence-based treatment Developing and implementing individualised care plans Working closely with psychologists, nurses, social workers, and external providers Supervising and supporting junior medical staff Contributing to service development and quality improvement initiatives This role offers a supportive clinical environment with strong professional development opportunities.
Available on applicationBase salary
Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry - Child and Adolescent
Christchurch, South Island NZ
NOW ~ 29 Jan 2027
Posted 4 months ago
Locum cover is required from 28 September 2026 - 29 January 2027.
Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.
$2,000 per dayBase salary
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Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry - Child and Adolescent
Blenheim, South Island NZ
NOW ~ 28 Jan 2027
Posted 4 months ago
Locum cover is required from 7 July 2026 - 28 January 2027.
Position Details: Shift times: 0830 - 1630/1700 | every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday Ongoing expressions of interest welcomed.
Part-time or full-time options available; could be a mix of in-person and remote.
$2,080 per dayBase salary
Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry - In Patient
Nelson, South Island NZ
NOW ~ 24 Jan 2027
Posted 4 months ago
Locum cover is required for: 15 July - 9 August 2026 22 - 31 August 2026 12 - 20 September 2026 3 - 9 October 2026 11 - 15 October 2026 | two vacancies 24 October 2026 onwards | ongoing vacancy Position Details: Shift times: 0830 - 1630/1700 | Monday - Friday No on call component.
Psychiatry - Adult Inpatients.
Adult Mental Health Inpatient Unit (working alongside 3 experienced registrars, 1 house officer, 4 senior nurses, 25 beds shared with another SMO, roughly 12 patients max) Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.
$2,080 per dayBase salary
Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry
Auckland, North Island NZ
Available from 01 Jan 2027
Posted 4 months ago
Consultant Psychiatrist – Hospital Setting Location: Auckland, New Zealand Employment Type: Permanent Salary: $200,000 – $350,000 Dates: 1 January 2027 – 31 December 2027 About the Role An exciting opportunity is available for a Consultant Psychiatrist to join a well-established multidisciplinary team within a major tertiary hospital in Auckland.
This role offers the chance to deliver high-quality specialist mental health services across inpatient and/or outpatient settings, working alongside experienced clinicians, allied health professionals, and support staff.
Key responsibilities include comprehensive psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and management of patients with varying mental health needs.
$200,000 ~ $350,000Base salary
Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry
Hamilton, North Island NZ
Available from 01 Jan 2027
Posted 4 months ago
Consultant Psychiatrist – Adult Mental Health Location: Waikato, New Zealand Employment Type: Permanent Salary: $200,000 – $350,000 per annum Dates: 1 January 2027 – 31 December 2027 About the Role An excellent opportunity is available for a Consultant Psychiatrist to join a well-established mental health service based in Waikato.
You will work within a collaborative multidisciplinary team, delivering high-quality psychiatric care across inpatient and community settings.
International candidates can be considered.
$200,000 ~ $350,000Base salary
Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry
Camberley, Hastings, North Island NZ
Available from 01 Jan 2027
Posted 4 months ago
Consultant Psychiatrist – Public Hospital Setting Location: Hawke’s Bay, New Zealand Employment Type: Permanent (1 January 2027 – 31 December 2027) Salary: $200,000 – $350,000 per annum About the Role An exciting opportunity is available for a Consultant Psychiatrist to join a well-established mental health service in Hawke’s Bay.
You will work as part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality, patient-centred care across inpatient and/or community settings.
Key responsibilities include conducting comprehensive psychiatric assessments, developing and overseeing treatment plans, and providing clinical leadership within the service.
$200,000 ~ $250,000Base salary
Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry
Wellington, North Island NZ
Available from 01 Jan 2027
Posted 4 months ago
Consultant Psychiatrist – Public Hospital Setting Location: Wellington, New Zealand Employment Type: Permanent (1 January 2027 – 31 December 2027) Salary: $200,000 – $350,000 per annum About the Role A fantastic opportunity is available for a Consultant Psychiatrist to join a well-established mental health service in Wellington.
You will work as part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality, patient-centred care across inpatient and/or community settings.
In this role, you will be responsible for conducting comprehensive psychiatric assessments, developing and overseeing treatment plans, and providing clinical leadership within the service.
$200,000 ~ $350,000Base salary
Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry
New Plymouth, North Island NZ
Available from 01 Jan 2027
Posted 4 months ago
Consultant Psychiatrist – Public Hospital Setting Location: Taranaki, New Zealand Employment Type: Permanent (1 January 2027 – 31 December 2027) Salary: $200,000 – $350,000 per annum About the Role An exciting opportunity is available for a Consultant Psychiatrist to join a well-established mental health service in Taranaki.
You will work within a collaborative multidisciplinary team, providing high-quality, patient-centred care across inpatient and/or community settings.
In this role, you will undertake comprehensive psychiatric assessments, develop and oversee treatment plans, and provide clinical leadership within the service.
$200,000 ~ $350,000Base salary
Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry
Rotorua, North Island NZ
Available from 01 Jan 2027
Posted 4 months ago
Consultant Psychiatrist – Public Hospital Setting Location: Rotorua, New Zealand Employment Type: Permanent (1 January 2027 – 31 December 2027) Salary: $200,000 – $350,000 per annum About the Role A fantastic opportunity is available for a Consultant Psychiatrist to join a well-established mental health service in Rotorua.
You will be part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality, patient-centred care across inpatient and/or community settings.
In this role, you will conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments, develop and oversee treatment plans, and provide clinical leadership within the service.
$200,000 ~ $350,000Base salary
Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry
Tauranga, North Island NZ
Available from 01 Jan 2027
Posted 4 months ago
Consultant Psychiatrist – Public Hospital Setting Location: Tauranga, New Zealand Employment Type: Permanent (1 January 2027 – 31 December 2027) Salary: $200,000 – $350,000 per annum About the Role A rewarding opportunity is available for a Consultant Psychiatrist to join a well-established mental health service in Tauranga.
You will work within a collaborative multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality, patient-centred care across inpatient and/or community settings.
In this role, you will undertake comprehensive psychiatric assessments, develop and oversee treatment plans, and provide clinical leadership within the service.
$200,000 ~ $350,000Base salary
Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry
Whangarei, North Island NZ
Available from 01 Jan 2027
Posted 4 months ago
Consultant Psychiatrist – Public Hospital Setting Location: Whangārei, New Zealand Employment Type: Permanent (1 January 2027 – 31 December 2027) Salary: $200,000 – $350,000 per annum About the Role An excellent opportunity is available for a Consultant Psychiatrist to join a well-established mental health service in Whangārei.
You will work within a collaborative multidisciplinary team providing high-quality psychiatric care across inpatient and/or community settings.
Key responsibilities include conducting comprehensive mental health assessments, developing and overseeing treatment plans, and contributing to clinical leadership within the service.
$200,000 ~ $350,000Base salary
Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry
Christchurch, South Island NZ
Available from 01 Jan 2027
Posted 4 months ago
Consultant Psychiatrist – Public Hospital Setting Location: Christchurch, New Zealand Employment Type: Permanent (1 January 2027 – 31 December 2027) Salary: $200,000 – $350,000 per annum About the Role A fantastic opportunity is available for a Consultant Psychiatrist to join a well-established mental health service in Christchurch.
You will work within a collaborative multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality, patient-centred care across inpatient and/or community settings.
In this role, you will undertake comprehensive psychiatric assessments, develop and oversee treatment plans, and provide clinical leadership within the service.
$200,000 ~ $350,000Base salary
Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry
Nelson, South Island NZ
Available from 01 Jan 2027
Posted 4 months ago
Consultant Psychiatrist – Public Hospital Setting Location: Nelson, New Zealand Employment Type: Permanent (1 January 2027 – 31 December 2027) Salary: $200,000 – $350,000 per annum About the Role An excellent opportunity is available for a Consultant Psychiatrist to join a well-established mental health service in Nelson.
You will be part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team providing high-quality, patient-centred care across inpatient and/or community settings.
In this role, you will conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments, develop and oversee treatment plans, and provide clinical leadership within the service.
$200,000 ~ $350,000Base salary
Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry
Gisborne, North Island NZ
Available from 01 Jan 2027
Posted 4 months ago
Consultant Psychiatrist – Public Hospital Setting Location: Gisborne, New Zealand Employment Type: Permanent (1 January 2027 – 31 December 2027) Salary: $200,000 – $350,000 per annum About the Role A fantastic opportunity is available for a Consultant Psychiatrist to join a well-established mental health service in Gisborne.
You will be part of a supportive multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality, patient-centred care across inpatient and/or community settings.
In this role, you will conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments, develop and oversee treatment plans, and provide clinical leadership within the service.
$200,000 ~ $350,000Base salary
Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry - Adult
Auckland, North Island NZ
NOW ~ 26 Feb 2027
Posted 5 months ago
Locum cover is required from 3 August 2026 - 26 February 2027.
Position Details: This role is covering at the Buchanan Rehabilitation Centre in Point Chevalier and provides specialist mental health and recovery-focused rehabilitation.
It focuses on intensive clinical rehabilitation, long-term recovery, and community reintegration for individuals with persistent mental health symptoms rather than acute, short-term stabilization.
$1,500 per dayBase salary
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In New Zealand, Specialist Consultants are senior doctors that have completed full medical training in a specialised area of medicine. You will need to complete your medical degree, register with MCNZ, and complete your medical training levels PGY 2-5.