A Balclutha-based practice has multiple placements available for a general practitioner (GP). The first placement is available immediately and will conclude on 30 January 2026. The second placement begins on 1 September 2025 and ends on 28 February 2026.

In this role, you will work a minimum of 8 sessions per week, with no on-call, PRIME, or hospital duties required.

The practice can also assist with relocation, accommodation, and vehicle support if needed.

Balclutha, located on the banks of the Clutha River, is approximately an hour’s drive southwest of Dunedin and an hour and a half west of Invercargill. Dunedin, home to the University of Otago’s Dunedin School of Medicine, has a large student population and a domestic airport. Invercargill also has a larger hospital and airport, and offers ferry access to Stewart Island, a national park.

Balclutha serves as the gateway to the Catlins area and the Southern Scenic Route, known for its coastal scenery and wildlife, including sea lions, penguins, seals, and dolphins. The region offers numerous outdoor activities such as walking, fishing, wildlife watching, and biking. It combines rural living with a relaxed lifestyle, providing access to beaches and rivers, while still being close to Dunedin for dining, theatre, and arts. The town has a good shopping centre, several schools, and tertiary education options within the district.

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