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Part-time vacancy | Wellington

General Practitioner

Listed: 02 May 2024

Mahara Health is seeking a general practitioner to join our friendly, supportive, and innovative team in Waikanae, an excellent location on the beautiful Kapiti Coast. Flexible hours, and remuneration negotiable. No afterhours work. Cornerstone accredited practice with excellent working conditions.

Full-time vacancy | Manawatu-Whanganui

General Practitioner - Horowhenua Community Practice

Listed: 02 May 2024

Horowhenua Community Practice (HCP), owned by THINK Hauora is looking for a general practitioner to provide patient-centred care that addresses health needs and promotes wellness.
Get in touch with the Practice Manager, Lindsay Hiener at Lindsay.Hiener@hcp.co.nz to find out more about the role.

Locum vacancy | Auckland

Locum GP needed at Swanson Medical Centre – West Auckland

Listed: 30 April 2024

Locum GP needed for three weeks from 2 -19 July to cover holiday leave. 8/10 is preferred or sessions close to that. Knowledge of Indici is ideal. We are a super-friendly and well-run practice. Our highly experienced team can support you. We are VLCA and Cornerstone accredited.

Full-time vacancy | Bay of Plenty

General Practitioner/s required for large rural practice

Listed: 30 April 2024

Katikati Medical Centre is a Cornerstone accredited practice seeking one or more GP/s. 8 to 10 sessions per week. If you feel you'd enjoy the variety rural practice offers - and want to work with an incredible team of professionals, please email Keren Hoogwerf: keren@katimed.co.nz

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