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Location South Taranaki, Taranaki
Listed Mon 10 Aug, 12:09 pm
Type Part time, Contract/Temp
Reference HAW10011
General Practitioner, PRIMARY CARE, Hawera Hospital
0.6 FTE fixed term contract for 12 months
Play a pivotal role in rural health

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 general practitioner, you will provide primary healthcare services, supporting patients across all stages of life. You will work alongside nurse practitioners, nurse, allied health and community partners to deliver accessible high-quality healthcare.

Provide comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, treatment and ongoing management of patients

Deliver preventative healthcare, health promotion and chronic disease management

Develop and maintain trusted relationships with patients and whanau

Collaborate effectively with other health professionals and community services

Maintain accurate clinical records and meet professional and regulatory requirements

Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to service development

Support equitable health outcomes with a focus on culturally safe and whanau centred care



About the Team/Service/ Location

The South Taranaki Rural Health General Practice, located at Hawera Hospital, is a modern service run by a team of senior skilled clinicians such as general practitioners, nurse practitioners, practice nurses, and rural/urgent care doctors. We aim to provide a welcoming, safe environment for all with a focus on equity and patient-centred care.

For more information on living and working in Taranaki click here

About you

To be successful, you will have:

Vocational registration as a general practitioner

Current practising certificate

Previous experience in a rural setting/general practice working in an acute, complex and chronic condition management model

The ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team

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 Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply please click apply now. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by Monday 24 August 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Lisa Zame, lisa.zame1@tdhb.org.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.

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