Mo te tunga About the roleWe are looking for a dedicated and passionate GP to join the Defence Health Centre team in Ohakea. Your primary focus will be to provide medical care to uniformed personnel, ensuring they are fit for deployment and receive a high standard of comprehensive health care during their service with NZDF.Enrolment numbers are significantly lower than the civilian GP Sector and overall our population maintains good health. The main focus of this role is primary healthcare, but it may also include:Acute and emergency health care along with occupational and preventive medicine.Providing training and clinical oversight for medics and other health colleagues.Contributing to NZDF health quality initiatives and improvements.An opportunity to specialise in aviation medicine.This is a very well compensated dynamic role that adds value to our personnel and the wider base community. The salary band for this role is between $188,541 - $250,584 dependent on qualifications and GP experience.Nga pukenga me nga wheako Skills and ExperienceAn experienced GP, ideally vocationally registered, you'll be part of a multi-disciplinary health team delivering Primary Health care, acute care and occupational assessment and treatment to Military Personnel. You will also have:The ability to provide training and clinical leadership to the wider team, including military medics.Excellent communication skills including demonstrating empathy when relating to the health and well-being of patients.Demonstrated understanding and appreciation of relevant NZ legislation.Proven ability to make effective recommendations, including health management plans that incorporate both patient needs and organisational responsibilities and risks.Experience working in a collaborative and multi-disciplinary environment, easily building strong relationships and working effectively across a diverse range of stakeholders.Please note:If selected for interview you may be required to provide certified copies of your medical qualifications including your practicing/registration certificate and a statement of good standing.Some health roles require COVID-19 vaccinations as a requirement under the Health and Disability Mandate. If these are required for this specific position, we will request evidence of the required vaccinations.Nou te rourou What's in it for youYour skills and dedication deserve recognition, and NZDF delivers with competitive pay matched to your experience. But that's just the beginning: safeguard your loved ones with a fully funded life cover of up to $300,000 and critical illness protection.Other benefits include discounted additional insurances, free will services and savings schemes for the Defence community. Get expert financial guidance and mortgage broker services. Find all our benefits and more on the Force 4 Families website.NZDF champions diversity and inclusivity, valuing every member and fuelling their success. We embrace uniqueness, understanding that diverse teams drive creativity, innovation, and excellence.With an open door to all irrespective of gender, ethnicity, ability, age, or family dynamics, NZDF offers a flexible, empowering work environment. Join us in shaping a brighter future, where everyone thrives.Me pehea te tuku tono How to ApplyApplications close on Tuesday 29 October 2024. Use the links on this page where you'll be directed to the Defence Careers website.Please Note:All applications must be made online, via the Defence Careers website. Each listing contains the Position Description and a Contact Us option for any queries or technical issues.Your cover letter will be a key part of our selection process, so please highlight how your experience relates to the key activities outlined in the Advert and Position Description.Applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug-screening test prior to any offer of employment being made.NZDF Employees/Members please apply internally via the HR Toolkit; this will ensure that you are visible as an internal candidate. NZDF Contractors please apply via the Defence Careers website. NZDF Reserves please apply via the Defence Careers website if you cannot access the HR Toolkit.Please Note: To be eligible for the required level of government security clearance with the NZ Defence Force, you need to meet certain citizenship and residency criteria.Here's what you need to know: Low Level Security ClearanceYou must be a New Zealand citizen or you must hold New Zealand Permanent Residence or have a current New Zealand Residency Class Visa.At minimum, you must hold New Zealand Permanent Residence or have a current New Zealand Residency Class Visa, and you must be a citizen of and have lived in Australia, Canada, United Kingdom, United States of America or New Zealand continuously for the last five (5) years.You must have a five (5) year background history that can be verified and assessed appropriately by the NZ Security Intelligence Service (NZSIS) to determine if you are suitable for a security clearance at this level.If you do not meet the minimum criteria, unfortunately, your application will not be accepted. We do welcome your application at a time when you will meet the requirements.
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