Urgent Care Physicians

North Island - Wellington – Porirua, North Island

Service

Kenepuru Accident & Medical Clinic (KAMC)

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for a SMO Urgent Care Physician to join our busy and thriving Accident and Medical Clinic based at Kenepuru Hospital in Porirua.

This is a permanent, salaried position with salary step progression as per the SECA, along with Kiwisaver, CME and other leave benefits. The clinic operates 24 / 7 to provide urgent care services to the Porirua community.

Responsibilities and Hours

This role includes day and evening shifts over weekdays and weekends. No night shifts are required. The position is 32 hours per week, with the opportunity to increase to full time (40 hours per week).

About the Team / Service / Location

We have a close‑knit team of medical, nursing and administration staff to support our 24 / 7 roster. The doctor roster is made up of Urgent Care SMOs employed by the department, contracting doctors and local GPs. The team is supported by a nursing team, including two Nurse Practitioners, led by a Charge Nurse Manager for the department and a practice administrator.

The clinic supports the northern corridor of the Capital Coast catchment area, in particular the Porirua community. We are passionate about serving the local community and assisting with avoiding ED presentations where clinically appropriate and providing after‑hours medical care where needed.

About You

• Vocationally registered in Urgent Care with the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ)
• FRNZ CUC or equivalent qualification and ability to register for vocational registration with the MCNZ
• Experience working in a multidisciplinary team
• Able to provide consistently high standards of medical care
• Relevant experience and training in urgent care

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