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Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Greymouth, South Island NZ
NOW ~ 18 Dec 2026
Posted 2 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
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Greymouth, South Island NZ
NOW ~ 31 Dec 2026
Posted 5 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
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Medicine

Timaru, South Island NZ
NOW ~ 18 Dec 2026
Posted 2 months ago
Locum cover is required from ASAP - 18 December 2026.
Position Details: Any availability considered.
Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.
$2,000 per dayBase salary
Permanent

Specialist Consultant - General Practice (GP)

Havelock, South Island NZ
Start dates are flexible
Posted 2 months ago
General Practitioner | Marlborough, New Zealand Join a thriving, patient-focused practice in one of New Zealand's most sought-after lifestyle destinations.
An exciting opportunity is available for a General Practitioner to join a well-established medical centre in sunny Marlborough.
With more than 7,300 enrolled patients, a strong multidisciplinary team, and a reputation for delivering high-quality community care, this is an ideal role for a GP seeking both professional satisfaction and an outstanding lifestyle.
Available on applicationBase salary
Permanent

Specialist Consultant - General Practice (GP)

Blenheim, South Island NZ
Start dates are flexible
Posted 2 months ago
General Practitioner | Blenheim, Marlborough Escape the city and enjoy an outstanding lifestyle in one of New Zealand’s sunniest regions while practising high-quality, community-focused medicine.
An exciting opportunity is available for a General Practitioner to join a modern, rapidly growing practice in Blenheim.
With a strong focus on patient care, teamwork, and innovation, this role offers the chance to become part of a supportive and collaborative clinical environment while helping shape the future of an expanding practice.
Available on applicationBase salary

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Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Christchurch, South Island NZ
Available from 28 Sep 2026
Posted 2 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
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Christchurch, South Island NZ
28 Sep 2026 ~ 29 Jan 2027
Posted 2 months ago
Locum cover is required from 28 September 2026 - 29 January 2027.
Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.
$2,000 per dayBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Blenheim, South Island NZ
01 Oct 2026 ~ 31 Oct 2026
Posted 2 months ago
Locum cover is required for October 2026.
Position Details: Shift times: 0830 - 1630/1700 | Monday - Friday No on call component.
Covering: A mix of acute crisis work and structured outpatient clinics.
$2,080 per dayBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Blenheim, South Island NZ
NOW ~ 28 Jan 2027
Posted 3 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
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Nelson, South Island NZ
NOW ~ 19 Oct 2026
Posted 5 months ago
Locum cover is required from 17 July - 19 October 2026.
Position Details: Shift times: 0830 - 1630/1700 | Monday - Friday This can be half or full weeks or remote if nothing else.
Opportunity for a combination of onsite and remote work.
$2,080 per dayBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Nelson, South Island NZ
NOW ~ 04 Sep 2026
Posted 3 months ago
Locum cover is required for: 4 - 19 July 2026 24 - 31 July 2026 31 August - 4 September 2026 Position Details: Shift times: 0830 - 1630/1700 | Monday - Friday No on call component.
Covering: A combination of inpatient work and some community work.
Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.
$2,080 per dayBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Nelson, South Island NZ
NOW ~ 24 Jan 2027
Posted 3 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
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 - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Nelson, South Island NZ
Available from 01 Jan 2027
Posted 2 months ago
Our client is advertising an opportunity for an Emergency Medicine Specialist to permanently join their team at a public hospital in New Zealand's North Island.
The ideal start date for this position is 1 January 2027.
$200,000 ~ $350,000Base salary
Permanent

Specialist Consultant - General Practice (GP)

Allenton, South Island NZ
Start dates are flexible
Posted 2 months ago
Our client is looking for a GP to join them in a large, modern general practice in Ashburton, caring for over 10,500 enrolled patients and offering a well-supported, team-based environment.
This is an opportunity to join an experienced, high-performing multidisciplinary team in a purpose-built facility, with strong systems and a consistent, sustainable workload.
The Role Monday to Friday, with structured morning and afternoon sessions 15-minute appointments, 12 per session Modern practice with two minor procedure rooms and dedicated triage Established patient base within the largest general practice in the region The Team & Environment You’ll work alongside GPs, Nurse Practitioners, Nurses, HCAs, and a wider support team, with strong clinical leadership and full administrative backing.
Available on applicationBase salary
Permanent

Specialist Consultant - General Practice (GP)

Blenheim, South Island NZ
Start dates are flexible
Posted 2 months ago
General Practitioner – Blenheim If you’re looking for a well-supported GP role in a region that offers balance, stability, and quality of life, this could be the right move.
Our client is seeking a GP to join them across two Medical Centres in Blenheim, serving a combined enrolled population of over 14,000 patients.
Both practices offer 15‑minute appointments, structured morning and afternoon sessions, and a collegial, experienced clinical team.
Available on applicationBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Medicine

Invercargill, South Island NZ
NOW ~ 16 Oct 2026
Posted 5 months ago
Southland Hospital are seeking a Geriatrician to help with the below cover: ASAP - 7 August 2026 24 August - 4 September 2026 28 September - 16 October 2026 Plus, they are interested in short blocks of outpatients support (1 - 2 days on site) on a semi-regular basis.
This would be any dates from now until 16 October.
Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.
$1,500 per dayBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Medicine

Blenheim, South Island NZ
01 Oct 2026 ~ 31 Dec 2026
Posted 3 months ago
Locum cover is required from 1 October - 31 December 2026.
Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.
$2,000 per dayBase salary
Locum

Specialist Consultant - Medicine

Invercargill, South Island NZ
NOW ~ 31 Oct 2026
Posted 3 months ago
Locum cover is required from June - October 2026.
Position Details: 2 - 3 days per month.
Help to reduce waitlist – seeing FSAs and follow-ups.
$1,500 per dayBase salary
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Specialist Consultant doctors we've placed across South Island — from first locum shift to permanent post.

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Cathryn O'Sullivan

Specialist Consultant, General Medicine/Physician

Very good agency, helpful, supportive and friendly. Very good girls, very supportive, when there were problems and hold ups they helped me get through it.

Dr Neil thomas, GP

Manly Medical Centre (The Blakey Medical Trust)

I will warmly recommend Medrecruit to others. I was very impressed with the team’s professionalism, communication, knowledge, negotiations and helpful attitude.

Shailendra Nimkar

Specialist Consultant, Psychiatry

Great service, fantastic communication, very personal, and dealt well with troubleshooting.

Cathryn O'Sullivan

Specialist Consultant, General Medicine/Physician

Frequently asked questions about Specialist Consultant jobs in South Island

Common questions from doctors searching for Specialist Consultant roles in South Island.

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