Physiotherapist - Musculoskeletal Outpatients & Community Service at Bay of Plenty District Health Board (Tauranga/Whakatane), Bay of Plenty

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Mō Tātou – About Us

Are you looking for a job with flexibility and a difference? Situated in the sunny eastern coast of New Zealand's North Island, the Bay of Plenty offers vast golden sand beaches, bush clad mountains, lush farmlands and more. With one of the highest sun hours in New Zealand, it is a favourite for those wanting a better work life balance outside of the rat race in the big city.

He Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the Role

The Te Kaha and Ōpōtiki Physiotherapy role is a mix of musculoskeletal outpatient clinics and community based clients in the Eastern Bay of Plenty region. This is an opportunity to work with a varied client caseload within two supportive communities.  Though our clinics are based in the community health centres we can offer you the flexibility to mix in working from home, virtual clinics plus community and home based interventions.  

Our outpatient and community allied health team work together to support each other, providing best outcomes for our clients and a fantastic working atmosphere!

We are proactive in supporting you with your professional development and passions.

Although this is advertised as a full-time position, part-time options are available. 

He Korero Mōu - About You

You will be a New Zealand registered physiotherapist with at least 2 years' experience preferably in the musculoskeletal field, who is able to work autonomously and collaboratively. You will have excellent clinical and problem solving skills and an ability to communicate effectively with health professionals, health agencies, tangata whaiora/ clients and whānau.  

Ko o tatou painga – Our Benefits

• In house Career development
• Funding available to support you in your professional development
• Competitive remuneration
• Flexible working options for a healthy work-life balance
• Highly rewarding role and opportunity to make a difference!
• Be a valued member of a multidisciplinary team
• SWEAT, our onsite gym
• Free onsite parking
• Discounts (with local businesses)

Ngā uarātanga ō ā mātou mahi – Our Values

At the Bay of Plenty District Health Board (BOPDHB) we recruit for our Manaakitanga CARE values. Why do we do this? Because values-based teams deliver better care. 

Our manaakitanga CARE values (Compassion, All-one-team, Responsive and Excellence) support each of us to make a difference every day in the things we do and say. Therefore, it's important that when recruiting, we recruit new colleagues who live by our CARE values. 

The BOPDHB are committed to improving Māori health outcomes and achieving health equity for Māori through Te Tiriti o Waitangi obligations. It is essential you demonstrate an awareness of Māori indigenous rights and current issues in relation to health and health equity. 

Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to Apply

You can view the position description below and to apply for the role please click “APPLY NOW” 

For tracking and reporting purposes, all applications must be submitted through our online career's portal. For additional information or to arrange a confidential chat, contact Carole Vivian, Team Lead for community and outpatients on 027 4059 163.

Following the update to COVID-19 Public Health Response (Vaccinations) Order 2021, to be employed with Bay of Plenty DHB you will be required to be fully vaccinated as a health care worker.  Evidence of your vaccination status will be required at offer stage.  If you do not meet this criteria, we are unable to progress your application.