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.
Independent Trustee Opportunity
Join the Pihanga Health Board of Trustees
Independent Trustee Opportunity
Help shape the future of hauora in Tūrangi and the Southern Lakes.
Pihanga Health is a not-for-profit, community-owned primary healthcare provider serving Tūrangi and the Southern Lakes communities. Guided by kaupapa Māori values and inspired by the mana and mauri of Pihanga Maunga, we are committed to providing quality, accessible healthcare that meets the unique needs of our diverse community.
We are seeking an experienced Independent Trustee to join our Board of Trustees.
This is an opportunity for a trusted governance professional to help shape the strategic direction of an organisation dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of our whānau and ensuring quality healthcare remains accessible for future generations.
We're looking for someone who brings:
· Proven governance or Board experience.
· Strategic thinking and sound decision-making.
· The confidence to provide independent, objective advice and constructive challenge.
· High levels of integrity, professionalism and accountability.
· An understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, kaupapa Māori, and the importance of culturally responsive healthcare.
· A genuine commitment to strengthening hauora and supporting positive outcomes for our community.
Ideally, you'll have:
· Strong connections to, or an appreciation of, the Tūrangi community and surrounding rohe.
· Experience in governance, health, iwi, business, finance, legal, or community sectors.
· A collaborative leadership style with the ability to think independently and contribute to long-term strategy.
Why join us?
As an Independent Trustee, you'll play a vital role in ensuring Pihanga Health continues to deliver innovative, high-quality healthcare that reflects the aspirations and needs of
our community. Your expertise will help strengthen our governance and support better health outcomes for generations to come.
If you're passionate about using your governance experience to make a meaningful difference, we'd love to hear from you.
How to apply:
To express your interest in this opportunity, please submit:
· A current CV.
· A cover letter outlining your governance experience and your interest in joining the Pihanga Health Board.
Applications close at 12pm, 28 August 2026 and should be emailed to pihangarecruitment@outlook.com
For any enquiries regarding the role please email pihangarecruitment@outlook.com
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 current 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 on 07 384 7576.
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 on 07 384 7576.
We’re reviewing applications as they come in, so don’t wait too long!