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Vacancies in our Rohe

24 August 2025
Nurse Practitioner - Best Care (Whakapai Hauora) Charitable Trust
by Sareena Sinclair 19 August 2025
Healthcare & Medical - Management Palmerston North Full-time
18 August 2025
General Practice - 169 Medical Centre Palmerston North Central Part-time We are a well-established family orientated General Practice clinic with a broad range of patients looking for a practice nurse. This is a permanent part time position in a supportive Cornerstone accredited practice with a commitment to professional development. A competitive remuneration is offered. We seek a kind and compassionate nurse who will fit into a friendly practice. The successful nurse will be a self-starting team player capable of working autonomously and partnering with our other nurses and doctors to provide a full range of primary care services. This nursing position will involve routine nursing and administrative tasks, as well as participation in our practice accreditation programme. The successful applicant will have: Previous experience as a Practice Nurse NZ Nursing Registration and APC Current vaccinator certificate The ability to work autonomously, taking ownership of aspects of patient care and management An ability to demonstrate commitment to health equity including for our Māori patients and those with high health needs Experience with managing chronic conditions Excellent teamwork and patient service A commitment to continual quality improvement An organised and efficient manner, and be able to prioritise workload Please note we will only consider applicants who are NZ citizens or residents. We are interested in continuing professional development and seek to support our nurses with their learning needs. We will hire before the closing date if the ideal candidate applies, so please apply early if you are interested in this role. Please send queries and applications with a cover letter. You can learn more about our clinic via our website, https://www.healthpoint.co.nz/gps-accident-urgent-medical-care/gp/169-medical-centre/ Please send application and CV to joanne@169medical.co.nz
17 August 2025
About Us Local Health is a network of locally owned and operated primary healthcare services across the Manawatu region, with practices located in Feilding, Palmerston North, and Ashhurst. At our Feilding Health Care site, we provide comprehensive primary health services to our growing community and district. Our purpose-built facility offers patients and whānau access to the care and support they need in a welcoming and comfortable environment. We are a progressive general practice dedicated to delivering high-quality patient care. We are seeking a proactive, well-organised, and enthusiastic Immunisation Coordinator to join our team and take a lead role in managing and delivering our immunisation programmes. The Role The Immunisation Coordinator will plan, organise, and oversee all aspects of the practice’s immunisation schedules, including childhood vaccinations, flu clinics and both national and local vaccination campaigns. This role will involve working across all Local Health practices, with an initial base at Feilding Health Care. The position is part-time, 3–4 days per week and will require travel between our sites as needed. Key Responsibilities: Coordinate and manage all immunisation programmes in line with Te Whatu Ora and public health guidance Ensure timely patient recalls and follow-ups using clinical systems Liaise with clinical and administrative staff to ensure smooth delivery of immunisation clinics Maintain accurate records and ensure data quality and reporting standards are met Provide information and advice to patients regarding vaccinations Monitor stock levels of vaccines and liaise with suppliers and pharmacies as needed Support audits and performance reviews of immunisation targets Coordinating Covid-19 and Flu vaccination clinics, including rest home visits for our large resident population, as well as walk-in clinics at Feilding Health Care or offsite locations when required. Essential Criteria: Experience working in a healthcare or general practice environment Strong organisational and administrative skills Excellent communication and patient interaction skills Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team Good IT skills, particularly in using clinical systems (e.g. Medtech Evolution, AIR etc) Knowledge of immunisation schedules and public health vaccination programmes Previous experience in a similar rolel Training in cold chain management or willingness to undertake training If we’ve ticked some of your boxes above and you’re interested in joining our team, apply now through Seek , or contact Debbie Turney directly at debbie.turney@localhealth.nz
by Sareena Sinclair 14 August 2025
P sychology, Counselling & Social Work (Healthcare & Medical) Horowhenua Full-time
by Sareena Sinclair 11 August 2025
Healthcare & Medical Palmerston North Full-time
by Sareena Sinclair 5 August 2025
Healthcare & Medical - Management Palmerston North Full-time
by Sareena Sinclair 5 August 2025
Healthcare & Medical - Management Palmerston North Full-time
by Sareena Sinclair 5 August 2025
Healthcare & Medical - Management Palmerston North Full-time
by Sareena Sinclair 4 August 2025
Psychology, Counselling & Social Work (Healthcare & Medical) Palmerston North Full-time

Welcome to THINK Hauora


THINK Hauora is a medium-sized Primary Health Organisation which employs over 120 core staff in clinical and non-clinical roles throughout the Manawatū, Horowhenua, Tararua and Ōtaki localities. We contract health services through General Practice teams, Integrated Family Health Centres and community providers. 


THINK Hauora is committed to making a positive impact in the health outcomes of the people in the MidCentral region as we pursue our vision of, ‘Connecting Communities for Wellbeing’.


We want to attract, develop and retain talented and responsive staff who reflect our values of Trust, Respect, Unity, Accountability and Courage with a commitment to the Tiriti o Waitangi.   


We offer career opportunities for clinical and non-clinical professionals across multi-disciplinary teams. We employ registered clinical professionals in Nursing (long term conditions), Mental Health and Allied Health (Clinical Dietitians, Primary Care Support Pharmacists, Clinical Exercise Physiologists, Diabetes Podiatrists). 


Our non-clinical opportunities include core business functions such as corporate services, systems support, ICT, insight and knowledge professionals. 

Our key role is to:

  • Develop primary healthcare capacity and capability in the MidCentral district
  • Support high-quality primary healthcare delivery through our contracted General Practices
  • Work with local communities and enrolled populations
  • Identify and remove health inequalities
  • Offer access to comprehensive services to improve, maintain and restore people’s health
  • Coordinate care across service areas
  • Continuously use trusted information for quality improvement 

Our Benefits 

At THINK Hauora you will work alongside a diverse team of professionals who are passionate about delivering primary health care to our region and making a positive impact to our communities. Working for THINK Hauora will provide genuine opportunity to contribute to the quality and wellbeing of our MidCentral population. 


Our staff benefits include:

  • Flexible working hours
  • Professional Development Programme for clinical staff
  • Annual flu vaccinations
  • Access to the Staff MidCentral DHB Advantage Scheme (SMASCH) to bring you special rates and discounts in recognition to your services to the health sector
  • Special health care plans through ACCURO Health Insurance
  • EAP (employment assistance programme) 
  • Annual community service day 
  • All staff receive 10 days sick leave per annum after three-months' continuous service
  • We enjoy casual-dress Fridays and monthly organisational meetings

Me pēhea te tono | Our Application Process

All available roles are advertised on this website and seek.co.nz along with the job description and THINK Hauora Job Application Form. The job description outlines the key qualifications and position responsibilities. 

 

Our selection process

After we have shortlisted candidates, our selection process will involve an interview, a second interview for some positions, reference checking, Police vetting and an offer of appointment. 

Our Network

THINK Hauora works with a network of 30 General Practice Teams across the Manawatū, Ōtaki, Horowhenua and Tararua districts to service a population of 180,000 people. 

Our district is supported by strong General Practice teams of clinical health professionals. Our small rural-based and boutique practices and larger Integrated Family Health Centres collaborate across informal and collegial business relationships to maintain service delivery across our network and our region also boasts one of the highest concentrations of nurse practitioners per head of population working in secondary and primary care. 
Within the MidCentral district, there is scope to grow responsive primary care services for the needs of our population and communities. 

We have a strong alliance across our health sector. This is evident through the active collaboration of the MidCentral District Health Board, THINK Hauora and our network of General Practice teams for the benefit our populations.  

Network Sustainability 

THINK Hauora is committed to a sustainable General Practice network. 

General Practices throughout the rōhe are supported by overarching business and clinical support including Health Care Home model integration, practice management systems integration, telehealth service delivery, and the provision of data-driven regional, community and practice-level knowledge and insights. 

Living and Working in our District

Manawatū , Tararua, Horowhenua and Ōtaki districts are thriving communities to live and work, combining all the benefits of city and rural life. 


Our districts offer affordable living, short commutes, great schools and tertiary education centres. We also boast beautiful rivers, rugged beaches, mountains, nature reserves, walks and cycle ways.


Palmerston North, our district's central base, is an easily-accessible city with a bustling cafe culture. From this point, West Coast and East Coast beaches, North Island ski fields, Hawkes Bay vineyards and our vibrant capital Wellington are all an easy car drive away and all other regions are only up to two-hours' flight away.