Medical Officer - Older Persons Mental Health Serviceat Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Waitaha Canterbury -
Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Waitaha Canterbury Christchurch
Burwood Hospital | Health New Zealand
- Te Whatu OraChristchurch, New ZealandHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principlesof Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system thatserves all New Zealanders.Join a compassionate and experienced team dedicated tothe mental health and well-being of older adults.About the RoleWe are seeking a Medical Officer 1 FTE fixed term until 22/01/26 (parttime FTE would be considered with the run description narrowed accordingly) tojoin our Older Persons Mental Health (OPMH) Service at BurwoodHospital.
This is a rewarding opportunity to provide medical oversight toolder adults experiencing complex psychiatric and cognitive disorders.As a key member of the multidisciplinary team, you will workclosely with psychiatrists, nurses, and allied health professionals to provide medicalcare and day to day medical management for patients across both OPMH inpatientwards.
You will be supported directly by a Geriatrician with input from theOPMH SMO.There is no afterhours work associated with this position.
Key ResponsibilitiesWork in conjunction with the ward House Officer(HO).
Provide clinical duties including review ofmedications, maintaining an accurate medication chart and collaborating withother clinicians in the team.
Identify patients who require review and discussmedical progress with supervising Geriatrician and OPMH SMO.Provide the patient and/or family with relevantmedical information.Participate in the Memory Assessment outpatient clinicif required.Be involved in teaching students.Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinaryteam to ensure holistic, patient-centred care.Liaise with General Practitioners, communityagencies, and whānau to support continuity of care.About YouWe are looking for a dedicated clinician with:A medical degree and eligibility for registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ).Experience in older persons health with an interest in older persons
- mental health.Strong communication and teamwork skills.A commitment to bicultural practice and understanding of the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.A passion for delivering high-quality, person-centred care.Working at Health New ZealandHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuringexcellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand.
We welcome applications from our diverse Māori,Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
How to ApplyTo apply please click- apply now.
- Allapplications must be submitted through our online careers
- portal by Thursday 8th May.
If you have anyquestions about the role, please contact Natalie Gaunt at amy.walker@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz
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