Lower Hutt is seeking a general practitioner to join their team in Lower Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand. Providing accessible healthcare services during after-hours and weekends is essential for our community. Offering patient-centred care ensures those in need of urgent medical attention outside regular hours receive the best healthcare with dignity and respect within the Hutt Valley Region. The ideal candidate is responsible for providing high-quality care to patients and must have excellent clinical skills for this permanent position. The salary for this role ranges from NZ 85,000 to NZ 180,000. Candidates must hold general registration and an annual practising certificate with the Medical Council of New Zealand. Apply now!Responsibilities for General Practitioner:Document a patient's medical history by recording pertinent information about their health.Update medical records by revising and adding relevant information to a patient's health documentation, ensuring accuracy and completeness for effective healthcare management.Prescribe medications by recommending and dispensing appropriate drugs based on a patient's diagnosis and medical history.Perform small medical procedures to diagnose or treat certain conditions.Monitor patients to determine if treatment is successful and identify which adjustments might be made if necessary.Requirements for General Practitioner:Hold a general registration and an annual practising certificate with the Medical Council of New Zealand.Experience in a general practice setting or working towards Vocational Registration.Experience with MedTech 32 is beneficial.Provide equitable, high-quality, patient-focused care to the community.Possess excellent clinical skills.Have strong communication and interpersonal skills.Benefits:General practitioners often find immense satisfaction in helping patients improve their health and well-being, building strong doctor-patient relationships over time.General practice offers a diverse range of medical cases and conditions, providing GPs with the opportunity to continuously learn and grow professionally.Offers a competitive salary that reflects their expertise and the value they bring to patient care.Lower Hutt After Hours Medical Centre has been a valuable resource for the Hutt Valley region since its establishment in 1990. Providing accessible healthcare services during after-hours and weekends can be crucial for communities. Offering patient-centred care shows a commitment to meeting the needs of those requiring urgent medical attention outside of regular business hours.
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