Rural General Practitioner (GP)

Location: East Coast, Tairāwhiti / Gisborne

Employment Type: Full-time or part-time negotiable

Salary Base: $220,000 – $235,000 per year (DOE)

Join Ngāti Porou Oranga and experience medicine that is deeply connected to people, place, and whānau.

This is an opportunity to work within a rural, kaupapa Māori health service – providing relationship‑based care that makes a real difference for whānau and our communities.

Live and work where your impact is visible, valued, and lasting.

As a General Practitioner (GP), you will provide high‑quality, holistic care across our East Coast communities, working within a supportive and collaborative multidisciplinary team.

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• Providing general practice and urgent care services
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• Supporting continuity of care for whānau and communities
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• Working across our coastal clinics and Te Puia Springs Hospital
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• Contributing to a team‑based, integrated model of care
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• Participation in a shared on‑call roster, with flexibility and team support
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You will be part of a service grounded in kaupapa Māori, where relationships, trust, and continuity of care are central to how we work.

We recognise that one size does not fit all. You may choose to:

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• Live in one of our East Coast communities
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• Work across multiple sites or adopt a hybrid model
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We are committed to supporting arrangements that align with your whānau, lifestyle, and professional goals.

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• Competitive salary (based on experience) + full professional package
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• APC, MPS, and Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners membership covered
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• Generous CPD allowance and study leave
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• Five weeks annual leave
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• Fully subsidised health and life insurance
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• Relocation support
• Accommodation and vehicle options available
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• Locally sourced kai and wellness products
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• Whānau‑focused benefits and experiences
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• Fellowship with the Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners (or equivalent), or working towards
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• Current APC and eligibility to practice in Aotearoa
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• A commitment to rural and/or Māori health outcomes
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• Strong clinical capability and sound judgement
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• A collaborative approach and willingness to work as part of a team
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• Most importantly, you will value whānau‑centred care, relationships, and community impact.
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If you are looking for a role where you can lead, contribute, and belong, we would love to hear from you.