Psychiatrist | Addiction Services

Consultant Psychiatrist – Addiction Services

Hillmorton Hospital, Christchurch | Permanent, Part-time

Make a meaningful impact within a well-established specialist mental health service, while enjoying the lifestyle and balance Canterbury has to offer. This role provides the opportunity to deliver high-quality addiction psychiatry care within a supportive and collaborative clinical environment.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

As a Consultant Psychiatrist, you will provide senior medical leadership and specialist psychiatric care within Addiction (Alcohol and Other Drug – AOD) Services at Hillmorton Hospital. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will support assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning for people experiencing substance use disorders and co-existing mental health conditions.

This role offers a varied and rewarding scope of practice, including direct clinical care, consultation, and collaboration with community and inpatient services. You will contribute to service development, clinical governance, teaching, and supervision of junior medical staff, supporting the delivery of safe, evidence-based, and recovery-focused care.

About the Team / Service / Location

Hillmorton Hospital is Canterbury’s largest mental health facility, providing a comprehensive range of specialist mental health and addiction services. Our Addiction Services team is a skilled, multidisciplinary group committed to delivering integrated AOD care across inpatient and community settings.

Located in Christchurch, Hillmorton Hospital offers access to excellent amenities, outdoor recreation, and a strong sense of community.
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About You

As a Psychiatrist in this service, you will bring:

• Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (FRANZCP) or equivalent 
• Vocational registration, or eligibility for vocational registration, with the Medical Council of New Zealand
• Advanced Training in Addiction Psychiatry and/or substantial clinical experience working in Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) services
• Demonstrated clinical leadership and a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach
• A commitment to equitable health outcomes and working in partnership with Māori in line with Te Tiriti o Waitangi

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply, please click “Apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact, Amy.Walker@tewhatuora.govt.nz

We will review applications as they are received and may progress with the recruitment process prior to the closing date.

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.