Vacancies

Opportunities for General Practitioner

The Role

  • General Practitioner
  • Well established practice
  • Wide demographic, providing a range of opportunities for patient connection

The Whaiora Team

You will be working with an energetic, dedicated professional team that focusses on the wellbeing of the Wairarapa community.

Our low-cost access (VLCA) practice caters to 3400 patients.  The team consists of two GP’s (one being telehealth), an Extended Care Paramedic, ten registered nurses, two health care assistants, physician’s assistant and administration support. Whaiora offer a wraparound service where you will have the support of professionals working as whānau ora navigators, quit smoking coaches, social & family start workers, & tamariki ora – well child nurses. 

Location

Masterton is the largest town in Wairarapa region, with a population of 55,000.  There is an abundance of amenities – sports club and schools.  Explore one of the best children’s playgrounds in New Zealand or visit an excellent line up of cafes, restaurants, bars, vineyards, olive groves and shops.  We are only short drive to amazing beaches and forest parks.  If you want that big city fix  then Wellington is only 1.5 hours away by rail or car.

What we can offer you

  • A confidential recruitment process
  • Competitive remuneration and relocation package
  • Friendly professional team
  • Supportive environment
  • Work/ life balance
  • Knowledge of schools, sporting clubs, real estate

About You

  • Full current registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand
  • Want to make a positive impact on the health and wellbeing of the Wairarapa community
  • Exceptional communicator
  • Readily adaptable to new environment
  • Eager to build and broaden your professional experience

 For more information please email Human Resources at anita@whaiora.org.nz for more information.

 Please download job description here

 

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Stop Smoking Community Worker

 Fixed Term – 9 Months (to cover maternity leave)

  • 40 Hours per week
  • Monday to Friday

 Are you a planner and organisational superstar?  Do you enjoy working with individuals and organisations?

 Whaiora is seeking a motivated, results driven champion to join our Stop Smoking team.  

This role works primarily with hapū māmā – a programme for pregnant women, expectant fathers, and parents with tamariki up to one year of age.

 Personal Qualities

  • Understanding of tikanga Māori and ability to demonstrate practical everyday use.
  • Competent and comfortable facilitating group sessions and community events.
  • An affinity with or experience in working with young people.
  • Excellent time management and organisation skills.
  • Enthusiasm and drive to deliver results.
  • Ability to use computer systems confidently.
  • Ability to keep organised and accurate documentation and have good report writing skills.

Pre-requisites:

  • Be a non-smoker / smoke free ex-smoker
  • Hold a clean, full NZ driver licence

Whaiora values the lived experience of former smokers and welcomes applications from those that have quit smoking and are current non-smokers.

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

Applications close 3rd July 2024

Please download job description here

 

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