Whether you are based in New Zealand or moving here from overseas, the West Coast offers rewarding career opportunities in a supportive and collaborative environment.
We welcome applicants who are passionate about equitable, family-centred care.
Rugged beauty and tight-knit communities
The West Coast region stretches along the western side of the South Island in New Zealand. It is situated between the Southern Alps, which lie to the east, and the rough, isolated beaches to the west.
Living on New Zealand’s West Coast offers a unique blend of rugged beauty and tight-knit community. Surrounded by majestic mountains, ancient rainforests, and wild beaches, residents enjoy endless outdoor adventures like hiking, fishing, and surfing.
Lake Matheson, West Coast
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Tranquility without isolation
With affordable housing and stunning natural landscapes just outside the doorstep, it is perfect for those looking for tranquility without isolation.
Tranquility without isolation
With affordable housing and stunning natural landscapes just outside the doorstep, it is perfect for those looking for tranquility without isolation.
Working on the West Coast
West Coast region services cover approximately 32,000 people in one of the largest geographical areas in Aotearoa, employing over 1,000 staff. Offering everyday care to communities and first responders in remote areas for emergencies.
Providing a diverse range of health services, including comprehensive mental health care for both inpatients and the community. They also offer services for acute cases, rehabilitation, child and family support, as well as alcohol and drug assistance.
Hospitals on the West Coast
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Hospitals
Greymouth
Te Nīkau Hospital & Health Centre
Emergency Department
GP clinic
Secondary birthing unit
Sexual Health Clinic
Westport
Buller Health Centre
No Emergency Department
GP clinic
Primary birthing unit
Sexual Health Clinic
Hokitika
Hokitika Health Centre
No Emergency Department
GP clinic
Fox Glacier
Fox Glacier Clinic
No Emergency Department
GP clinic
Franz Josef
Franz Josef Clinic
No Emergency Department
GP clinic
Haast
Haast Clinic
No Emergency Department
GP clinic
Hari Hari
Hari Hari Clinic
No Emergency Department
GP clinic
Karamea
Karamea Health Centre
No Emergency Department
GP clinic
Moana
Lake Brunner Clinic
No Emergency Department
GP clinic
Whataroa
Whataroa Clinic
No Emergency Department
GP clinic
Reefton
Reefton Health
No Emergency Department
GP clinic
Hector
Ngākawau Health Centre
No Emergency Department
GP clinic
West Coast health care services
- Alcohol and Drug Services
- Cancer Support Services
- Child and Adolescent Mental Health
- Child Health
- Community Mental Health Services
- Critical Care Unit
- Dementia Unit
- Emergency Department
- General Medical
- General Surgical
- Māori Mental Health
- Mental Health Crisis Team
- Mental Health Unit
- Midwifery Services
- Oncology and Palliative Care
- Oral Health Services
- Pharmacies
- Primary Care
- PRIME Care
- Rural Health Clinics
Towns on the West Coast
The West Coast covers Karamea in the North to Haast in the South and manages 3 major health facilities in Greymouth, Westport, and Reefton. Other towns include Franz Joseph and Hokitika.
Lake Māhinapua
Rachael Hockridge
Greymouth
Rachael Hockridge
Hokitika Gorge
Rachael Hockridge
Franz Josef
Stewart Nimmo
Copland Track
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