Forensic Psychiatrist

Job Description 

Currently we have an excellent opportunity for a Forensic Psychiatrist to join a well-established regional forensic mental health service in Christchurch, New Zealand. Working within an experienced multidisciplinary team, you’ll provide specialist forensic psychiatric care across secure inpatient, community, Court, Corrections and rehabilitation settings while supporting recovery-focused, patient-centred care.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a leading forensic mental health service, contributing to clinical leadership, teaching, service development and quality improvement, all while enjoying the exceptional lifestyle Christchurch has to offer.

Salary: Competitive salary package

Position: Forensic Psychiatrist

Hours: Full Time

Setting: Regional Forensic Mental Health Service

Location: Christchurch, New Zealand

Your key responsibilities will be;

• Deliver specialist forensic psychiatric assessments and treatment.
• Manage patients across inpatient and community forensic services.
• Undertake comprehensive risk assessments and management planning.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary and justice sector teams.
• Provide clinical leadership and supervision to junior staff.
• Support quality improvement and service development initiatives.
• Deliver culturally responsive, recovery-focused patient care.

For this role, we’re looking for someone who has;

• Fellowship or equivalent specialist psychiatry qualification.
• Eligibility for Medical Council of New Zealand registration.
• Strong clinical judgement and leadership skills.
• Experience within multidisciplinary mental health services.
• Commitment to recovery-focused, patient-centred care.

What benefits are on offer?

• Work within a specialist forensic mental health service.
• Excellent work-life balance in Christchurch.
• Strong multidisciplinary team support.
• Teaching and research opportunities.
• Professional development and supervision.
• Relocation support available.
• Outstanding South Island lifestyle.

What can Athona offer you?

• Experts in the healthcare sector offering a professional and supportive service.
• Nationwide vacancies available in the NHS, charities, social enterprises and private sector.
• Provide support from start to finish, including negotiations and onboarding.
• Overseas support for candidates relocating to a new country.
• A dedicated team focused on your long-term career goals.
• Ongoing support beyond placement.

Interested? Simply apply above today to enjoy these excellent career prospects and reap the rewards of making a real difference to others, every day.

If you are interested in learning more about this job role or any other opportunities through Athona, get in touch with Lewis on 01277 245909 or email lewis.miller@athona.com.