About The Role

About the Role

We are seeking a General Practitioner to join our experienced and supportive team at White Cross New Brighton.

This is an opportunity to enjoy a better balance between work and life while delivering high-quality, community-focused healthcare within a well-established and trusted practice. With a consistent four-day work week and minimal weekend commitments, you will have more time to enjoy everything Christchurch and the surrounding Canterbury region have to offer.

Serving a diverse and growing patient population, this role offers the opportunity to build meaningful, long-term relationships with patients and their families while making a genuine difference to community health outcomes. As a frontline healthcare provider, you will play an important role in ensuring patients can access timely primary care, helping to prevent avoidable hospital admissions and reducing pressure on secondary healthcare services.

Supported by experienced nurses, administration teams, and the wider Tamaki Health network, you will have the resources and support needed to focus on delivering exceptional patient care while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

What You Will Do

As a valued member of the clinical team, you will

Deliver high-quality, patient-centred general practice care.
Assess, diagnose, and manage acute and long-term health conditions.
Develop and maintain meaningful therapeutic relationships with patients and their families.
Promote preventative healthcare and support positive health outcomes.
Work collaboratively with nursing and multidisciplinary teams to provide coordinated care.
Support continuity of care through proactive patient management and follow-up.
Contribute to reducing avoidable hospital presentations through accessible community-based healthcare.
Maintain accurate clinical records and documentation in accordance with professional standards.

What You Will Bring

To be successful in this role, you will have

Registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand and a current Annual Practising Certificate, or eligibility for registration.
Experience working as a General Practitioner within primary care.
Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and decision-making skills.
A commitment to delivering culturally safe, patient-centred healthcare.
Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
A collaborative approach and passion for working within multidisciplinary teams.
A genuine desire to improve health outcomes within the community.

About White Cross New Brighton

White Cross New Brighton is a well-established practice located within one of Christchurch's most vibrant coastal communities. The clinic has built strong and trusted relationships with local patients and provides comprehensive healthcare services to a diverse patient population.

As part of the Tamaki Health network, you will benefit from the support of one of New Zealand's largest primary healthcare providers, offering access to clinical leadership, operational expertise, and a broader network of healthcare professionals.

To learn more about the clinic, visit

https://www.whitecross.co.nz/clinics/new-brighton-gp

What We Offer

A consistent four-day work week, typically Tuesday to Friday.
Minimal weekend commitments, with no more than one shift per month at our after-hours provider.
Flexible contractor or salaried employment options.
Strong nursing, clinical, and administrative support.
Professional development and career growth opportunities across the Tamaki Health network.
The opportunity to build meaningful patient relationships and make a lasting impact within the community.
A supportive and collaborative team environment where your wellbeing is valued.

Apply Now

If you are looking for a General Practice role that offers flexibility, professional support, and the opportunity to make a genuine difference in your community, we would love to hear from you.

If you would like to have an initial confidential discussion before applying for the role, please contact Sona at 027 321 2701 or email at [email hidden] .