Why choose to become a part of our team?
Pihanga Health is a Monday to Friday practice with after-hours needs being handled by Ka Ora Telecare phone triage.
We are a teaching practice that encourages ongoing learning at all levels, but most of all we love creative ideas for delivering high quality health services that put our patients at the centre of their care, and genuinely improves their health and wellbeing.
Everyone gets an equal voice in designing services for the practice. Working with Pihanga Health is an opportunity to be part of our proactive and innovative rural GP practice who care for a wide and diverse patient population.
We pride ourselves on providing a working environment where everyone can enjoy job satisfaction and a work-life balance.
We acknowledge and honour te Tiriti o Waitangi in our daily work and are committed to building cultural capability at Pihanga Health. Your understanding of tikanga māori and/or te reo māori will be greatly welcomed. Some of our staff live in Taupō and commute to work, others live at the southern end of the lake which gives them an unique opportunity to be a part of Southern Lakes communities.
We are a not-for-profit charity run by a Board of Trustees.
GP Locum
From NZ or Overseas
GP Locum - from 6 months and up to a year
Between 0.6-1.0FTE available
Infinitely intriguing healthcare - Medicine with a side of awesome
Are you a registered General Practitioner in New Zealand — or an overseas GP keen for a stint in a beautiful, fun-filled region? If so, we’d love to welcome you to our team to help cover upcoming maternity leave.
If you’re joining us from overseas, we’re an accredited immigration employer and happy to support you through the process.
If you’re already in Aotearoa, why not come and experience what our region has to offer — while enjoying rewarding and varied work with our great team?
Feel free to send your CV and a cover letter to manager@pihanga.co.nz. If you’d prefer a confidential chat, don’t hesitate to call Hilary at 07 384 7576 (extension 705).
We’re reviewing applications as they come in, so don’t wait too long!
Nurse Practitioner or
General Practitioner
Permanent Position or Flexible Contract - You Choose!
Between 0.6-1.0FTE available
Infinitely intriguing healthcare - Medicine with a side of awesome
Are you a registered General Practitioner or Nurse Practitioner in New Zealand? If so, we’d love to invite you to join our progressive and experienced team in the stunning Great Lake region of the central North Island!
Here at our practice, we believe in creating a fantastic working environment where you can enjoy the rewards of rural healthcare while maintaining a good work-life balance. With a low GP/NP to patient ratio, you’ll have the time and resources to provide the high-quality care our complex patients truly deserve.
We’re on the lookout for someone who thrives in a team setting, is adaptable to a fast-paced environment, and has a commitment to mentoring others - because we are an active teaching practice too.
If you’re someone who embraces a collaborative, patient-centered approach to healthcare and loves the variety that rural medicine delivers, we think you’d fit in perfectly!
We do acute! We do routine! We do complex care! We do whanau care! We do out and about in the community! We do wellness! We don't do on-call, nights or weekends (they're for play).
In this role, you’ll have your own group of patients to care for, while also working closely with our amazing multidisciplinary team to share knowledge, skills and experience. We're focused on quality, innovation and learning. We truly value each team member's interests and encourage everyone to take on a subject-matter expert role within our practice.
If you speak Te Reo Māori and are open to living at the southern end of the lake, that would be a wonderful bonus! But don’t worry if you’re considering commuting from Taupo or surrounding southern communities—there are options to carpool. If you're a Fellow or on the pathway to become one - even better!
We offer a competitive salary, along with Kiwisaver contributions, help with registration fees, medical indemnity cover, and costs for your practicing certificate.
If you’re about making a difference in people’s lives and want a fulfilling role, we’d love to hear from you!
Feel free to send your CV and a cover letter to manager@pihanga.co.nz. If you’d prefer a confidential chat, don’t hesitate to call Hilary at 07 384 7576 (extension 705).
We’re reviewing applications as they come in, so don’t wait too long!
Registered Nurse
(ideally Designated Prescriber)
Registered Nurse(s)
Permanent Position
Up to 1.6FTE available
Driven by care - Powered by nurses
We’re on the lookout for a special Registered Nurse to join our friendly, motivated team.
If you’re someone who enjoys working closely with people, likes a bit of variety in your day, and wants the space to grow your skills and shape your role — this could be a great fit.
We’re a rural primary care practice caring for a diverse community, and we’re really proud of the relationships we build with our patients. We’re also a teaching practice, so learning, sharing ideas, and trying new ways of doing things are all part of everyday life here.
What makes this role a bit different?
You’ll have real autonomy in your practice — with plenty of support around you when you need it
You can develop your own area of interest and become the go-to person for it
There’s lots of room to grow your scope and try new things
You’ll be part of a close-knit, genuinely supportive team who enjoy working together
We’d love to hear from you if you:
Are a Registered Nurse with around 5+ years’ experience in general practice or community nursing
Are a Designated Nurse Prescriber, Community Nurse Prescriber, or on the pathway
Enjoy working in a team but are also confident working independently
Bring a positive, can-do attitude and are keen to keep learning
It’s a bonus if you:
Are an authorised vaccinator and/or smear taker
Speak te reo Māori
Have experience supporting equitable health outcomes
Have a connection to the local area
You’ll also need to be confident using computers and technology, and comfortable communicating with a wide range of people.
The details
Permanent role
Full-time or part-time (we’re flexible — let’s talk about what works for you)
Open to NZ Registered Nurses with a current APC and the right to work in NZ
You’ll need to meet current COVID-19 vaccination requirements for working at Pihanga Health
If you’re looking for a role where you can build your independence, grow your skills, and feel part of something meaningful, we’d love to chat
To apply please send your CV to:
Manager, Pihanga Health, PO Box 58 Turangi
Or email manager@pihanga.co.nz
Applications close 27 April 2026