Specialist Consultant

Locum cover is required from 30 June - 15 August 2025.

Position Details:

• Covering: Purehurehu Medium Secure Inpatient Unit, Purehurehu is the Central Regional Forensic Service’s male only medium secure unit. There would be a possible prison clinic cover. Unit has a full complement of MDT staff, registrar in place, psychologist, social worker etc. Support from Acting CD/DAMHS as well as collegial support available. 

This District Health Board is one of the major employers in the Wellington region. It is a pro-equity health organisation, with particular focus on Maori and Pacific Peoples. 
 
The DHB comprises of 16 clinical practice areas, organised into five groups. There’s two hospitals and a large mental health campus as well as a range of community-based services. 
 
Location information
This DHB covers a large area on the southern part of New Zealand’s North Island. From the quirky and vibrant capital of Wellington, to the breath-taking Kapiti Coast, there’s a plethora of lifestyle options here. A train system connects much of the area, so it’s easy to go from rugged beach to sophisticated dining destination in no time!