Te whiwhinga mahi | The Opportunity

We are pleased to open applications for a Registrar in Psychiatry(Non-training position)/Senior House Officer (PGY3+) in our Mental Health and Addictions Department here at Gisborne Hospital, Tairāwhiti. 

Our DHB’s vision is “Working together for a Healthier Tairāwhiti” so this means you will enjoy contributing to a supportive team environment with our highly experienced and committed Consultants, as well as the many other multi-disciplinary teams and departments. 

The Registrar in Psychiatry/SHO will be responsible for the delivery of mental health assessment and treatment of both hospital and community whanau and will be based at Gisborne Hospital.  

The Registrar in Psychiatry/SHO will work under specialist Psychiatrist supervision at all times. You will carry out outpatient clinics, ward work and on-calls with a specialist psychiatrist available to you at all times.

Our focus is on your learning. We have an educational program within the department and you are given dedicated non-clinical training time on your roster to help you achieve this.

Candidates applying for this position will need to hold Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ) General Scope of Practice registration or be an overseas trained medical practitioner eligible for MCNZ Provisional General Scope of Practice registration. 

The remuneration range for this is covered by the collective agreement:
STONZ MECA or NZRDA MECA

Position Description |  Registrar in Psychiatry

Any queries please contact Nicola Pittar, Team Leader: nicola.pittar@tdh.org.nz 

Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation

Situated on the eastern coast of New Zealand's North Island, Gisborne “Tairāwhiti” – “The light shines on the water” is the first city in the world to see the rising sun of the new day. Our region offers vast golden sand beaches, bush clad mountains, lush farmlands, with significant historical landmarks, natural wonders and a deep connection to Māori culture. We enjoy a pleasant climate, short commutes and a relaxed approach that creates a work-life offering that is enviable to most that are not yet here. Our lifestyle is about time.  

Te Whatu Ora Tairāwhiti works to increase collaboration, strengthen leadership and accountability, and improve equity of access and outcomes across the health service. We’re shifting the emphasis towards primary and community care allowing more people to be cared for close to home, and take a greater role in their own health and wellbeing.

Our values form the acronym WAKA. They reflect our voyaging heritage, guiding us on our journey to create a healthier Tairāwhiti by working together.

Whakarangatira/enrich - Enriching the health of our community by doing our very best.

Awhi/support - Supporting our tūroro/patients their whānau/families, our community partners and each other.

Kotahitanga/togetherness - Together we can achieve more.

Aroha/compassion - Empathy, we care for people and people want to be cared for by us.

Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to Apply

To complete and application please use the “apply now” link provided which will redirect you through our online career's portal. For successful applicants our mandatory process includes police vetting and health screening.  

Te Whatu Ora Tairāwhiti are committed to improving Māori health outcomes and achieving health equity for Māori through Te Tiriti o Waitangi obligations. We aspire to having a workforce reflective of the communities we serve and achieving equitable outcomes for all.

It is desirable that new employees of Te Whatu Ora are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

Immigration/Visa Support
Immigration NZ has introduced an Accredited Employer Work Visa scheme. For some positions this includes a clear pathway to residency. Successful candidates offered a position with us who require a work visa, will provide support with their Visa application. This booklet provides information on settling in Tūranganui-a-Kiwa.