Job Title

Psychiatrist

Overview

Make a meaningful difference in the lives of people and wh?nau as a Psychiatrist based in Invercargill. This opportunity offers the chance to provide high-quality assessment, treatment and ongoing support while working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team.

You will bring thoughtful clinical judgement, compassionate communication and a commitment to safe, person-centred care. With the opportunity to contribute across a varied clinical environment, this role is well suited to a Psychiatrist seeking professional fulfilment, collaborative practice and a rewarding lifestyle in Southland.

About the Client & Why This Location

Join a professional healthcare environment where teamwork, respectful communication and quality care are central to the work. You will be supported to contribute your expertise, build strong working relationships and make a visible difference for the people accessing services.

Invercargill offers a relaxed pace of life, welcoming communities and easy access to the wider Southland region. Enjoy open spaces, outdoor pursuits, local food, cultural activities and community events, with plenty of opportunities for family-friendly recreation. The area also provides a convenient base for exploring surrounding destinations and enjoying the natural beauty of the lower South Island, while maintaining transport connections to larger centres.

Required Skills & Essential Qualifications

• Must be registered with the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ).
• Strong psychiatric assessment, diagnosis and treatment-planning capabilities.
• Excellent communication skills and a compassionate, patient-focused approach.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong clinical reasoning, risk assessment and escalation skills.
• Commitment to patient safety, clinical quality and professional standards.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a busy clinical environment.

Nice to Have Skills

• Experience supporting a broad range of mental health presentations.
• Confidence working with patients, wh?nau and wider support networks.
• Interest in service improvement, clinical teaching or mentoring.
• Familiarity with culturally responsive and recovery-focused care.
• Adaptability across different clinical settings and team structures.

Preferred Experience

• Relevant postgraduate clinical experience in psychiatric or mental health services.
• Experience delivering assessment and treatment within multidisciplinary environments.
• Strong prioritisation, documentation and escalation capabilities.
• Experience contributing to audits, teaching, supervision or quality improvement.
• A consistent record of collaborative practice and ongoing professional development.

Other Requirements

• Eligibility to work in New Zealand.
• Willingness to meet roster, availability or on-call requirements where applicable.
• Ability to complete standard onboarding, compliance and safety checks.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and professional conduct.
• Availability to work on site in Invercargill as required.

Bring your expertise to a rewarding Psychiatrist opportunity in Invercargill—apply today and take the next step in your career.