Rata Hauora
2 weeks ago
About Us:
Raukura Hauora o Tainui is a kaupapa Maaori health organisation dedicated to delivering high-quality primary and community health services across the Waikato region. We serve people of all ages, backgrounds, and cultures, guided by tikanga Maaori and a deep commitment to creating a welcoming, inclusive experience rooted in equity (fairness), aroha (care), and manaakitanga (goodwill to all).
Our Vision:
Kia whai hua i te toonuitanga – To pursue the rewards of a thriving and prosperous way of life for all.
Our Values:
- Pono me te Tika – We speak honestly and operate with integrity in a safe, inclusive environment
- Kia ū – We uphold and advocate for our rights, leading with care for the wellbeing of others
- Tiakitanga – We protect, nurture, and serve our people
- Kia Kotahi nei – We stand united, drawing strength from one another
- Aroha – We treat everyone, including ourselves, with love, care, and respect.
About the role:
Raukura Hauora o Tainui has four Medical Clinics across four locations in Hamilton (Dinsdale and Enderley), Waahi (Huntly) and Nga Miro (Ngāruawāhia).
We operate Monday to Friday 8.30am - 5pm. We're looking for a dedicated and culturally attuned Rata Hauora (General Practitioner) to join our team, primarily based at our Huntly clinic.
This full-time role presents a meaningful opportunity to provide exceptional primary care in a welcoming and collaborative environment. You'll be part of a multidisciplinary team of skilled clinicians, nurses, and support staff, all committed to delivering patient-focused care that reflects RO's values and principles.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Providing skilled health assessment, diagnosis and treatment services to patients in consultation with patient and whanau
- Ordering diagnostic tests as needed, checking, acting on and informing patients of results in a timely manner
- Referring patients appropriately and in a timely manner to other providers if their needs exceed the range of care you are able to provide, and following up these referrals
- Continuity of care with assessment of ongoing health management needs
- Ensure ongoing support services are in place
- Committing to health education for patients and whanau on lifestyle risk and to prevent the development of disease, recurrences and deterioration in disease state
- Consulting and collaborating with colleagues to provide optimal care
- Documenting all care provided and education/information given to patients within their health record, as per professional and Raukura Hauora O Tainui Health standards.
What we offer:
- Competitive salary
- RNZGP, MPS and Annual Practising Certificate renewal compensation
- Professional Development allowance - $5000 per year
- Study Leady - 5 days per year
- 5 weeks Annual Leave per year
- EAP services
- CORE first aid training
- Supportive team environment and ongoing training provided.
To be considered for this role ideally you will need to have:
- Registered with the Medical Council of New Zealand with a current Annual Practicing Certificate
- Practical experience as General Practitioner, 3 to 5 years' experience (preferred)
- Experience in accident & medical care in a primary care setting
- Experience working with people from a variety of cultural backgrounds
- Evidence of advanced level of clinical skills, competency and leadership as demonstrated in professional portfolio
- Strategic planning and development skills
- Understanding of Government Health Policy
- Experience in using Medtech or similar patient management system (preferred)
- Minor surgery skills
- An understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi
- Familiarity of Te Reo Maaori and Tikanga Maaori is an advantage
- Flexibility to travel within the Waikato region.
It is mandatory for you to have the following:
- Registered with the Medical Council of New Zealand with a current Annual Practicing Certificate
- Be legally entitled to work in New Zealand/Aotearoa (citizen, work Visa or NZ Residency)
- Full NZ Driver's licence
- Preferred applicants will be required to undergo pre-employment checks.
If this sounds like you and you would like to work within a strong supportive and growing team environment, be part of the movement
To apply:
- Please fill out our application form first by following this link:
* - Press "Quick Apply" and ensure that you attach a copy of your CV and Cover Letter.
Please note: We appreciate all applications received; however, only those who meet the necessary qualifications and requirements for the position will be contacted for further consideration.
