About the role
Juno Health is urgently seeking an energetic, patient-focused General Practitioner to join for 12-month contract to cover maternity and sick leave with potential for a long-term, permanent position. The role offers 4-6 sessions per week with days negotiable. Clinic hours are 8:30am to 5:00pm, Monday to Friday – no weekends or public holidays. Standard appointments are 15 minutes with approximately 12 patients per full session. Competitive renumeration.
Key responsibilities
Conduct patient consultations, obtain comprehensive medical histories, and perform clinical examinations
Diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions
Develop treatment plans and coordinate ongoing patient care
Prescribe medications and arrange specialist referrals where appropriate
Support preventative healthcare and health promotion initiatives
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
Collaborate closely with nursing, administrative, and wider healthcare teams
Provide evidence-based medical advice and patient education
Adhere to professional, clinical, and regulatory standards
Contribute positively to the practice's culture and commitment to quality care
About you
Current registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (or eligibility to register)
Vocationally Registered GP, or a doctor working towards vocational registration
Previous experience working within primary healthcare
Strong clinical and diagnostic skills across a broad range of presentations
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centred care
Interest in continuity of care and community-based medicine
About us
Juno Health is a well-established general practice with services currently located in St Albans and Bryndwr. Following a recent merger with Mairehau Medical Centre and the development of a new purpose-built facility, Juno Health is entering an exciting phase of growth and expansion. From April 2027, teams will come together at the brand-new practice based in Mairehau, Christchurch. The practice is GP-owned, Foundations Standards endorsed with plans to be Cornerstone accredited within the next 12-months, and features a supportive and experienced clinical team with a variety of specialties, an established patient base with a strong community reputation, an experienced nursing and administration team, and an on-site Clinical Pharmacist.