GP required for a semi-rural practice near to Palmerston North on the North Island of New Zealand
- Enthusiastic, experienced General Practitioner required
- Competitive, guaranteed base salary
- Attractive Relocation Package available
- Special Interests or experience in Aged Care
- Cornerstone Accredited practice
Position
The vacancy is for a full time General Practitioner.
Alongside General Practice, you will support a wide range of services to the community to help them maintain good health. The centre offers the main service of general practice and assists the community Rest Home providing on call support after hours through the week & one day at the weekend. You will be requires to participate in the after hours & weekend roster at the local community Rest Home.
The Practice
The centre is open 8am - 5pm Monday to Friday and 8am - 6pm Tuesday
The nearest community Hospital is a short 30 minute drive away.
With a registered population of 5,841 in the area, during the months of May to October, the patient numbers can almost double in size. The centre currently has 4 GP’s who have full clinical support from 10 nurses & also a very strong administration support team of 5 staff members. The practice has been recently been extended & renovated & is fully computerised, using Med Tech.
Location
Palmerston North is a major university city and is at the hub of key routes to the central North Island ski fields and river adventures. Only 90 minutes scenic drive from Wellington or 2 hours from Taupo makes Palmerston North a great base to explore the North Island from. Expect to spend a lot of time outside, because the area’s geography has inspired an exciting choice of mild, medium and wild adventures. Rafting, kayaking, horse trekking, mountain biking and rock climbing are just some of the things you can do.
Palmerston North, which is New Zealand’s 5th largest city, is home to a thriving musical scene with many national and international acts touring through the town; as well as there being many local acts performing regularly. There are also theatres and a thriving wine industry. Whatever the occasion or mood, there is a café, bar or restaurant to cater to your tastes; from a shot of espresso to a meal that combines the best of local produce, and everything in between!
How Head Medical can help you
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Once we have secured a job for you, we’ll manage the Medical Registration and Visa application process, and support you (and your family) with the relocation itself.