General Practitioner

Title: General Practitioner 

Te Hau o Te Ora Partnered Primary Care Services Limited

Location: Mataura

FTE: Negotiable 

About us:

Te Hau o Te Ora Mataura is a small rural practice with 2400 enrolled patients. The practice is supported by a highly skilled nursing workforce, Health Improvement Practitioner, Kaiawhina Support Worker, Health Care Assistant and a large administrative team.

The team is dedicated to addressing health equity and improving health outcomes for all patients and whānau. Ensuring the best care and support is available, your work will be rewarding!

We are seeking General Practitioners to join our team at Te Hau o Te Ora Mataura.

What you will bring:

• Strong cultural confidence and competence, keeping whānau at the centre of care provided.


• An understanding of the socio-economic and cultural determinants of health.


• Be self-motivated and independent yet thrive in a collaborative environment.


• An in-depth knowledge of and passion for primary health care.


• Excellent communication and inter-personal skills.


• A current registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand & CORE advanced resuscitation or PRIME certified.


• Prior experience with Medtech Evolution desired but not essential.

We can offer:

• Customisable FTE to suit your needs and promote work/life balance.


• Access to training and professional development opportunities by negotiation.


• Competitive renumeration package.


• Birthday leave and 5 weeks annual leave after 2 years.


• Exceptional team culture with a focus on staff wellbeing.


• Relocation assistance, by negotiation.


• Accommodation and vehicle assistance available.

We value skilled, committed community-focused individuals. If this is for you, come join us!

Please note:

To qualify for this role, you must also:

• Be legally able to work in New Zealand,


• Hold a full New Zealand drivers’ licence,


• Be required to undergo pre-employment screening,


• Complete and return a clear Police Vetting check

For the full Position Description click here: Position Description

Applications must include a CV, and a cover letter.

Te Hau o Te Ora is smokefree and we support the Government’s Vision of a Smokefree Aotearoa 2025.

Te Hau o Te Ora is an equal opportunity employer committed to upholding the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.