Practice Manager – Te Aranga Clinic

Christchurch - New Zealand

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 12 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Practice Manager Te Aranga Clinic

As we step into a new chapter of growth we have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and dynamic Practice Manager to lead the team at Te Aranga Clinic. This is not a typical general practice!

As part of a kaupapa Māori organisation we work alongside wrap-around social services to support predominantly high-needs whānau addressing the whole person not just presenting symptoms.

About the organisation

He Waka Tapu is a Kaupapa Māori organisation who work to increase the health and wellbeing of whānau.

Our onsite GP clinic Te Aranga Health supports our community by providing accessible general practice services.

About the role

The successful applicant will play a key leadership role in the day-to-day operations of our service.

This is an exciting time of growth and change and you will work closely with the Te Aranga Operations Manager to guide kaimahi through this journey while ensuring our whaiora receive mana-enhancing GP care.

The mahi is complex and demanding. You will lead in an environment shaped by addiction mental health challenges family harm and reintegration where equity is not a slogan but daily practice.

In return the impact is real and deeply rewarding. Youll work with a resilient mana-enhancing team grounded in aroha whanaungatanga and unwavering commitment to our community.

As we enter a new chapter of growth and innovation youll shape systems strengthen operational foundations and confidently guide kaimahi through change.

What you will do

Provide strong values driven leadership to kaimahi
Build warm trusting relationships with whaiora/clients and ensure outstanding patient experience
Strengthen practice operations systems funding and admin processes
Support team development rostering and clinic workflow
Represent Te Aranga Health as a visible present and supportive leader

What you will bring

Proven leadership grounded in manaakitanga and rangatiratanga
Excellent communication relationship building and problem-solving skills
Administration experience (rostering invoicing and claiming)
Confidence in the use of IT systems and programs (MS Office suite and MedTech/Indici)
Health sector experience
Confidence operating in a kaupapa Māori environment

Benefits and perks

Ongoing professional development and training
Supportive team environment
Free gym membership
Life insurance

Our Culture and Values

Me mahi tahi tātou mo te oranga o te whānau

Working together for the wellbeing of family

Our services are delivered using a Kaupapa Māori framework encompassing Tinana (physical well-being) Wairua (spiritual well-being) Hinengaro (mental well-being) Whānau (family well-being).

Manaakitanga

We are respectful and show generosity and care for others ensuring everyones mana is enhanced

Whānaungatanga

We build relationships through shared experiences and working together

Rangatiratanga

We lead by inspiring others to see what is possible

Whakākoako

We all learn

For further information about the work that we do check out our organisation online at and

If you wish to apply please attach your CV and a cover letter to your application.

If you have any questions about the role please contact Zach Muhrer by email at

Please note that Applicants for this position should have the legal right to work in New Zealand.

Required Experience:

Manager

Practice Manager Te Aranga Clinic As we step into a new chapter of growth we have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and dynamic Practice Manager to lead the team at Te Aranga Clinic. This is not a typical general practice! As part of a kaupapa Māori organisation we work alongside wrap-aro...