Rural Generalist

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Te Tai o Poutini West Coast; Greymouth; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora on the West Coast is seeking Rural Generalists to join a flexible, multi-disciplinary team across the Coast. You’ll provide care in urgent care, emergency medicine, primary care, inpatient medicine, paediatrics, orthopaedics, and obstetrics/gynaecology, supported by in-house specialists and regional partners.

We offer meaningful rural work, strong collegial support, and opportunities for dual fellowship with a pathway to advanced practice.

Qualifications

• Vocational registration (FDRHMNZ or FRNZCGP) or pathway to dual fellowship.
• Eligibility for registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand.
• Interest in the broad scope of Rural Generalist practice.
• Commitment to community-focused, equity-driven healthcare.
• Desire to work in smaller, close-knit rural communities.

Responsibilities

• Provide care across a broad clinical scope including urgent care, emergency medicine, primary care, inpatient medicine, paediatrics, orthopaedics and obstetrics/gynecology.
• Be supported by in-house specialists and regional partnerships for tertiary support.

Skills

Collaborative

Adaptable

Rural focus

Education

Medical registration NZ

Job description

Rural Generalist - West Coast | Permanent Full time

Meaningful work. Unmatched lifestyle. Join a passionate and flexible Rural Generalist Team. Ehara taku i toa takitahi ampak he toa takitini - My strength is not the strength of one, it is the strength of many.

Are you passionate about providing quality healthcareservices in rural communities? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

We are recruiting Rural Generalists (RGs) to work across the Coast as part of our highly skilled and supportive team. If you're interested in Rural Generalism and want to work across a broad clinical scope, this is the opportunity for you. You'll provide care across a diverse range of settings 'including urgent care, emergency medicine, primary care, inpatient medicine, paediatrics, orthopaedics, and obstetrics/gynaecology. You'll be supported by in-house specialists (psychiatry, anaesthetics, general surgery, O&G) and backed by TransAlpine partnerships for tertiary support. This is a role that offers challenge, growth, and meaningful connection - not only with your team but with the communities you serve. If you enjoy autonomy, variety, and the ability to make a real difference, you'll thrive here.

About the Team / Service / Location

The West Coast of the South Island is rugged, isolated, and absolutely stunning. Stretching from Karamea in the north to Haast in the south, we're the largest geographical Te Whatu Ora locality, with a population of just 32,500. Delivering healthcare in this environment can be challenging, which is why we've fully embraced a Rural Generalist Model - to ensure equitable, high-level care is available to all. Our Rural Generalist Team is a flexible, multi-disciplinary group made up of DRHMNZ and RNZCGP fellows and trainees, FACEMs, and FACRRMs. We offer career development tailored to your aspirations and support those working toward dual fellowship. Outside of work, the Coast is a natural playground - you'll want your tramping boots, surfboard, mountain bike and kayak, because you'll use them all! Click here to learn more about living and working on the West Coast: https://westcoast.co.nz/live/cut-out-for-the-coast/.

About You

You’ll be someone who is collaborative, adaptable, and committed to providing the best possible care in a rural setting. You will also have:

• Vocational registration (e.g., FDRHMNZ or FRNZCGP) or be on the pathway to dual fellowship
• Eligibility for registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand
• A genuine interest in the broad scope of Rural Generalist practice
• A desire to contribute to community-focused, equity-driven healthcare
• A passion for working in smaller, close-knit rural communities

For more information on registration requirements, visit www.mcnz.org.nz/registration.

Working at Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora. At Health New Zealand, we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce so we can best serve the communities we work in. We welcome applications from our Māori, Pacific, disabled and rainbow communities and value what you uniquely bring.

Please note: Statement of Accountability Available on Request. We will review applications as they are received and may progress interviews prior to the closing date. Nau mai, haere mai, tauti mai! Join us on the Coast - where medicine meets community, and lifestyle meets purpose!