Role A practice located in Westport is currently looking for a general practitioner (GP) or nurse practitioner (NP) to fill a short-term role that will be available from the 1st of April and will conclude on the 20th of June 2025. For this role, you will be working 6 sessions per week, with no requirement for any on-call, PRIME, or hospital work. The practice is also able to assist with accommodation, relocation, and a vehicle if required.
Location Westport is a small town in the Buller district surrounded by beautiful tree clad mountains and situated next to the sea. In the last 10 years mining, tourism and agriculture have expanded and the area has experienced a renaissance. Subsequently younger families have moved into the area and the demographics have become more vibrant. If you want to get away from it all the West Coast is for you with sub-tropical rainforests, lots of walks including the Heaphy Track, Punakaiki’s Pancake Rocks and blowholes, a seal colony, arts and crafts and surfing. It is steeped in history from its gold mining and whitebait fishing. For the outdoor enthusiasts, there are a huge variety of adventure and recreation activities on offer. Cycle the easy West Coast Wilderness Trail or take advantage of the quad bike tours, caving and white-water rafting. For more on the region, click here.
