Vacancies

Opportunities for General Practitioner

Kia ora! We are always interested in talking with registered GPs who share our values, and enjoy working from a kaupapa hauora Māori perspective with our clients. We invite expressions of interest from GPs who are passionate about their work, and practice a very high standard of medicine. We will consider short-term placements, and we are especially interested in supporting long-term placements.

Tamariki Ora Nurse

KAIKŌKIRI – Well Child Tamariki Ora Nurse

• 32 hours per week
• Permanent

Whaiora offers a wide range of health and social services to our Wairarapa community, including  a Very Low-Cost Access (VLCA) Medical Centre for Masterton Māori, Pacific peoples, and people who have found it hard to afford or access healthcare.

 We are currently looking for an experienced nurse who wants to share their knowledge, skills, and experience to complement our existing tamariki ora team.

 You will work in partnership to support families, whānau and caregivers to maximise their child’s developmental potential and health status from birth to three years and establish a strong foundation for ongoing healthy development. If you’re looking for the right opportunity to create positive, healthy change, build relationships then we are looking for you. 

 What Whaiora offers you:

• A confidential recruitment process.
• Competitive Salary

You will need:

• Current Registration with the New Zealand Nursing Council
• Postgraduate Certificate in PHC Specialty Nursing Well Child/Tamariki Ora (would be an advantage)

Do you have what we are looking for?

• Understanding of Tikanga Māori and able to demonstrate practical everyday use
• Genuine motivation to improve local community health outcomes
• Excellent communication, organisational and computer skills
• An ability to effectively manage own workload and work independently
• Be adaptable, honest, reliable, and confidential
• The ability to work in a team environment and maintain a calm disposition under pressure
• Full clean drivers’ licence

Please note that this role that will require safety checking through the police vetting system under the Vulnerable Children Act 2014.

Applications close: Tuesday 23 April 2024.

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Physician’s Assistant

KAIKOKIRI- Physician’s Assistant

• 32 hours per week (4 days per week)
• 3 month fixed term

Whaiora offers a wide range of health and social services to our Wairarapa community, including a Very Low-Cost Access (VLCA) Medical Centre for Masterton Māori, Pacific peoples, and people who have found it hard to afford or access healthcare.

We are seeking a Physician’s Assistant to join our 2-doctor practice. You will be working alongside our team of nurses, healthcare assistants, administrators and community services team.

As part of our general practice team, you will be responsible for providing administrative and executive support to our clinical staff to ensure efficient workflow.  With your knowledge and skills, you will be delivering quality & culturally appropriate care to our patients. In line with your scope of practice.

 If you would like to join our fabulous team of healthcare professionals, we would love to hear from you now.

 What Whaiora offers you:

• A well-supported clinical setting
• A confidential recruitment process
• Competitive Salary
• International candidates considered

 You will need:

• Strong medical knowledge/or someone with a medical qualification who is awaiting registration
• Previous experience in a patient care setting
• High clinical and professional standards
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills, and empathy towards

Please note that this role that will require safety checking through the police vetting system under the Vulnerable Children Act 2014.

 Applications close: 8th  April 2024 however, if a suitable candidate is found prior to the closure date we may progress with interviews and a selection process at earlier.  

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