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Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

New Plymouth, North Island NZ
Available from 01 Jan 2027
Posted 2 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
Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Rotorua, North Island NZ
Available from 01 Jan 2027
Posted 2 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

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Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Tauranga, North Island NZ
Available from 01 Jan 2027
Posted 2 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
Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Whangarei, North Island NZ
Available from 01 Jan 2027
Posted 2 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
Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Christchurch, South Island NZ
Available from 01 Jan 2027
Posted 2 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
Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Nelson, South Island NZ
Available from 01 Jan 2027
Posted 2 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
Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Gisborne, North Island NZ
Available from 01 Jan 2027
Posted 2 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
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

New Plymouth, North Island NZ
NOW ~ 18 Oct 2026
Posted 3 months ago
Locum cover is required from 24 August - 18 October 2026.
Position Details: It would be a 0.7 FTE, so 4 days a week, one week then 3 the next, or less if needed, but must be in-person work.
Telehealth is unsuitable for these patients.
$2,080 per dayBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Whangarei, North Island NZ
NOW ~ 31 Jan 2027
Posted 3 months ago
Locum cover is required ASAP till early 2027.
Position Details: POPS - In Person  Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.
$2,080 per dayBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Whangarei, North Island NZ
NOW ~ 31 Jan 2027
Posted 3 months ago
Locum cover is required ASAP - till early 2027.
Position Details: IPU Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.
$1,500 per dayBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Wellington, North Island NZ
NOW ~ 24 Dec 2026
Posted 3 months ago
Locum cover is required for: 2 - 19 June 2026 27 July - 14 August 2026 17 August - 4 September 2026 8 - 11 September 2026 5 - 12 October 2026 2 - 6 November 2026 23 November - 24 December 2026 Position Details: CAMHS Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.
$2,080 per dayBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Invercargill, South Island NZ
NOW ~ 06 Oct 2026
Posted 6 months ago
Locum cover is required from 6 July - ongoing.
Position Details: Covering: Inpatient and Community.
Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.
$1,500 per dayBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Auckland, North Island NZ
NOW ~ 26 Feb 2027
Posted 3 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
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Blenheim, South Island NZ
NOW ~ 13 Oct 2026
Posted 5 months ago
Crisis team cover is required from Mid July - ongoing.
Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.
$2,080 per dayBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Nelson, South Island NZ
23 Nov 2026 ~ 09 Dec 2026
Posted 5 months ago
Locum cover is required from 23 November - 9 December 2026.
Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.
$1,500 per dayBase salary
Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

New Plymouth, North Island NZ
Start dates are flexible
Posted 6 months ago
Our client is advertising an opportunity for an Inpatient Psychiatrist to join their team at a public hospital in New Zealand's North Island.
The ideal start date for this position is from mid/end of August 2026.
About the role: Looking for any Psychiatrists who may be interested in a fixed term contract of 6 months with on-call roster availability (usually around 1 in 10, with a registrar).
Available on applicationBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Invercargill, South Island NZ
NOW ~ 30 Sep 2026
Posted 8 months ago
Locum cover is required from April - September 2026.
Position Details: Central Otago (Queenstown-based) Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.
$1,500 per dayBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Wellington, North Island NZ
NOW ~ 16 Oct 2026
Posted 8 months ago
Locum cover is required ASAP - ongoing.
Position Details: Crisis role.
Any availability considered.
$2,080 per dayBase salary
Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Auckland, North Island NZ
Start dates are flexible
Posted 8 months ago
The Opportunity We’re seeking an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist to join a leading mental health service in Auckland.
This role focuses on liaison psychiatry, providing specialist assessments and consultations for general hospital inpatients and emergency presentations, as well as outpatient follow-up.
You’ll work within a multidisciplinary team that values collaboration, cultural safety, and professional development.
Available on applicationBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Dargaville, North Island NZ
NOW ~ 01 Jan 2027
Posted 9 months ago
Locum cover is required from January 2026 - January 2027.
Position Details: Community Mental Health & Addictions Preference: Long-term contracts (short-term EOIs still welcome).
In-person cover.
$2,080 per dayBase salary
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