The Clinical Director role will be focused on supporting the GBCH vision of continuously improving the quality of its services and safeguarding high standards of care by creating an environment in which excellence in clinical care will flourish. These objectives will be achieved by:

• Being a confident and skilled practitioner who is a role model and supports primary care teams to think differently and foster innovation.
• Facilitation of discussions, including forums such as in the role of Chair for GBCH’s Clinical Governance Committee (CGC)
• Having a sound understanding the national primary care landscape and government directions impacting on clinical practice
• Supporting a continuous quality improvement process and ensuring Quality Assurance Standards are being met
• Supporting the medical team to work in a professional and effective manner
• Contribute to the strategic planning and the evolution of models of care within the Golden Bay Community Health integrated care facility in line with strategic objectives.

Clinical Leadership & Oversight

• Chair the GBCH Clinical Governance Committee on a monthly basis to represent all of GBCH. This includes leading agenda setting preparation with the team
• Provide clinical strategic advice to GBCH management and clinical teams as required
• Provide clinical implementation advice and support to GBCH staff as required.
• Attend meetings as Clinical Director where appropriate and feasible, and as requested by GBCH/NBPH
• Maintain awareness of National strategic direction and potential impacts on primary care to proactively lead GBCH forward
• Provide Clinical advice and oversight to clinical care.
• Prepare clinical reports and co-ordinate internal investigations and processes if/as required e.g. Sentinel events
• Work in collaboration with NBPH Clinical Governance Group, remaining informed of activities and focus, and actively contributing to alignment of clinical processes where relevant across the two NBPH locations.

Communication

• Participate in written, verbal and electronic communication systems and reporting as required
• Provide media statements and communication externally when required on behalf of GBCH
• Confidently facilitate discussions and resolution of clinical issues
• Utilise health literacy skills in programme developments including conversations, via telephone, letter, email, portals etc, incorporate a health literacy lens
• Develop rapport and empathy and demonstrate active listening skills, cultural awareness and respect

Provision of Good Clinical Care

• Providing skilled health assessment, diagnosis and treatment services to patients.
• Ordering diagnostic tests as needed, checking, acting on and informing patients of results in a timely manner.
• Referring patients appropriately and in a timely manner to other providers if their needs exceed the range of care you are able to provide, and following up these referrals
• Consulting and collaborating with colleagues to provide optimal care.
• Documenting all care provided and education/information given to patients within their health record, as per professional and Nelson Bays Primary Health standard
• Maintain personal task boxes and inbox within the patient management System to ensure timely follow up is maintained for patients
• Work within the GBCH buddy system

Improve Patient health

• Health promotion to the practices’ enrolled population, linking to public health programmes at a national, regional and local level and utilising such programmes to target specific populations.
• Health education, counselling and information provision about how to improve health and prevent disease and interventions or treatments that treat risk factors.

Maintain good Medical Practice

• Maintaining professional knowledge and standards through continuing medical education, and more formal academic education and personal professional development
• Works within the guidelines from NZMC and internal policies and procedures.
• Involvement in peer review activities and undergraduate and postgraduate teaching.
• Participating in an annual performance appraisal and setting work and personal goals for the coming year with a written personal development plan (PDP).
• Having a working knowledge of legislation that affect medical practice
• Maintaining a current resuscitation certification at Level 7
• Maintain PRIME certification and participate in the after hours on call roster as required
• Maintaining or working towards Fellowship of RNZCGP
• A professional development plan is required for MoPs, GPEP2 and BPAC

Maintaining trust (professional relationships with patients)

• Understanding and implementing the Health and Disability Consumers Code of Rights, the Health Information Privacy Code, The Health Practitioners Competence Assurance Act and the NZMZ Code of Ethics
• Providing services courteously and respectfully, with regard to the cultural beliefs and needs of patients.
• Responding openly to complaints or feedback in line with policy, notifications and delegations responsibilities

Duty to protect all patients

• Recognising when you are unwell or overburdened and taking action
• Reporting as required by legislation when you believe patients or their families/whanau or the public are at significant risk
• Consulting, supporting and if needed reporting, colleagues who you feel are not competent to practice

Quality Improvement/Audit Activity

• Actively review National, Regional & Local initiatives, activity and programmes to seek opportunities for continuous quality improvement
• Work with the Cornerstone modules to achieve Accreditation for GBCH
• Demonstrate willingness and involvement in quality activities to achieve service and organizational objectives in an innovative manner
• Contribute to the wider team environment in which performance can be improved or enhanced, and objectives and plans can be achieved to a high- quality standard
• Utilise best-practice and evidence-based approaches in all aspects of work
• Take personal responsibility for making things happen
• Ensure GP clinical standards are maintained within the team, working in partnership with General Manager and People & Capability team as required
• Provide professional guidance to team members when required to ensure the team are working to best practice guidelines.
• Assist GBCH management in the management of complaints related to GP Clinical practice.

Reducing Health Inequalities

• Identify and work towards reducing barriers to increase participation for Māori, Pacific and other groups;
• Support team members to advance the health and social wellbeing of clients accessing services and support the reduction in health disparities and inequalities.

NGĀ TIKANGA MĀORI

• Utilise Te Reo whenever possible;
• Attend to cultural practices of Māori, such as Te Reo, Powhiri, Whanaungatanga, Whānau ora, Karakia, Waiata, Wairuatanga and Manaakitanga;
• Assist in the establishment and maintenance of effective relationships with Iwi Māori Health, Mental Health Providers, General Practices and community agencies;
• Integrate Māori practice models alongside clinical practice where possible;
• Tino Rangatiratanga is encouraged in all professional relationships;
• Undertake ongoing development and training in cultural development and/or through cultural competency training requirements.

Health and Safety

• Health & Safety is considered to be everyone’s responsibility; all staff are required to actively contribute to maintaining a safe working environment
• Demonstrate willingness and involvement in health & safety activities
• Maintain familiarity with and active involvement in the identification and management of Health and Safety. Be familiar with and actively involved in the identification and management of Health and Safety issues, risks, policies and reporting processes applicable to all work-related environments

Political and Advocacy skills

• Work positively, sensitively and constructively with all staff, members and community representatives to secure positive ongoing primary health outcomes and relationships
• Maintain strict confidentiality

Other duties

• Any other duties as required to support the strategy, service and performance outcomes of GBCH

View the full scope of these in the Position Description.

Essential

• Current Registration as a General Practitioner with the Medical Council New Zealand or Australian equivalent, ideally with Vocational Registration (or working towards)
• Previous experience in leadership roles
• Excellent facilitation skills
• Exceptional communication skills to interface with stakeholders, management staff and clinical service delivery staff.
• The ability to work well under pressure
• Proficient in using Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office and Patient Management Systems. Preference is to have experience or knowledge of using HealthOne and Health Connect South Strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to clearly articulate information and technical instructions
• Excellent verbal and formal written communication skills
• An ability to multi-task and manage time carefully
• Ability to present and articulate well in consultation forums and in front of diverse audiences
• A full and current driver’s licence

Preferred

• Be vocationally registered with the Royal New Zealand College of General Practice (RNZCGP), or the Australian equivalent
• Experience in a rural setting
• Can orchestrate multiple activities at once to accomplish a goal
• Uses resources effectively and efficiently
• Arrange information and files in a useful manner
• Able to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team as well as independently
• Demonstrate excellent organizational including attention to detail and multitasking skills, problem-solving, written communication, interpersonal skills, and work well in a complex environment with diverse stakeholders
• A passion for improving the health of our communities, be energized by implementing new initiatives, and you will enjoy networking with various stakeholders to make it all happen
• Positive attitude with a realistic outlook
• Energetic and motivated, demonstrating flair and initiative

1. Clinical Governance and Quality Leadership in Primary Care

Demonstrated senior clinical leadership experience with accountability for clinical governance, quality, and safety within primary care or integrated health settings. Proven ability to provide oversight of clinical standards, lead governance forums (e.g. Clinical Governance Committees), and ensure delivery of safe, effective, and patient-centred care. Brings strong clinical credibility, sound judgement, and a commitment to continuous quality improvement.

2. Translating Strategy into Local Models of Care

Proven ability to interpret and operationalise national, regional and primary care strategies within a local community context. Demonstrated experience shaping and evolving models of care to meet population health needs, particularly in rural or integrated care settings. Skilled in aligning services with broader system priorities while remaining responsive to the unique needs of local communities.

3. Clinical Leadership in Complex, Multidisciplinary Environments

Experience leading and influencing multidisciplinary teams across primary care and community health services. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with nursing, allied health and wider teams to deliver coordinated, high-quality care. Brings a leadership style that enables innovation, supports professional development, and fosters accountability in complex and resource-constrained environments.

4. Delivering High-Quality Patient Care and Health Outcomes

Strong track record as a practicing General Practitioner providing comprehensive, evidence-based care. Demonstrated ability to balance clinical responsibilities with leadership duties, ensuring high standards of diagnosis, treatment, referral and follow-up. Committed to improving patient and whānau outcomes through preventative care, health promotion and population health approaches.

5. Continuous Improvement, Audit and Clinical Excellence

Proven experience driving continuous quality improvement, clinical audit activity and service enhancement initiatives. Demonstrated ability to embed evidence-based practice, support accreditation processes, and identify opportunities for innovation. Brings analytical capability and a proactive approach to improving service delivery and patient outcomes.

6. Communication, Influence and Community Engagement

Highly developed communication and facilitation skills, with the ability to lead clinical discussions, resolve issues, and engage effectively with a broad range of stakeholders. Demonstrated experience building trusted relationships with patients, whānau, community providers and health partners. Able to represent the organisation credibly in both internal and external forums.

7. Professional Integrity, Risk Management and Accountability

Demonstrated commitment to maintaining high standards of professional and ethical practice in line with relevant legislation and medical council requirements. Proven ability to manage clinical risk, respond to incidents and complaints, and uphold patient safety and confidentiality. Brings integrity, accountability and sound decision-making in all aspects of practice and leadership.

8. Te Tiriti o Waitangi, Equity and Culturally Responsive Care

Demonstrated understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and commitment to advancing equity in health outcomes. Proven ability to deliver culturally appropriate care and work effectively with Māori, whānau and diverse communities. Brings cultural competence, respect for tikanga Māori, and a focus on reducing health inequities in primary care.

This is role is covered by a Collective Agreement between Allied Salaried Medical Specialists (ASMS) and Nelson Bays Primary Health. Remuneration includes, annual salary, clinical director allowance, on call/after-hours allowance, plus CME financial allocations and study days.

Please discuss further details with HardyGroup Consultant

The Clinical Director - General Practitioner reports to the General Manager, Golden Bay Community Health.

Internal

• All Golden Bay Community Health & Nelson Bays Primary Health Staff

External

• Patients/Whānau
• Other organisation and businesses as appropriate
• HNZ services localR
• Regional and national
• Hauora Taiwhenua
• College of General Practice

Service Location: This position is located at Golden Bay Community Health, although travel throughout the region may be required due to the nature of the role.

Role Description

Nelson Bays Primary Health website

Golden Bay Community Health website

NBPH Executive Leadership Team

GBCH Executive Leadership Team

The closing date for applications is Monday, 22nd June 2026

The reference number to include in your application is H26_5512

Note: Please use the online platform to submit your application. It will not be accepted via email.

If you require assistance in submitting your application online, please get in touch with Executive Search Coordinator, Aldie Zuñiga: M: +61 (0)494 101 082 / E: azuniga@hardygroupintl.com

Your application must include:

1. 1.Cover letter addressed to the Principal Consultant;
2. 2.A written response addressing the key selection criteria; and
3. 3.An up to date copy of your Curriculum Vitae.

It Is standard practice for HardyGroup to acknowledge receipt of your application no later than the next business day. We request that if you do not receive the acknowledgement, you contact the search coordinator listed above as soon as possible after the 24-hour business period and arrange to resend your application if necessary.

For a confidential discussion, please contact:

David Price
​HG National Manager, New Zealand
​M. +64 (0)210 2392211
​E. dprice@hardygroupintl.com