Physiotherapist - Child Development Service at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty, Bay of Plenty

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Whakatāne - Fixed term, Part-time 0.8 FTE to 17 July 2026
• Live, work and play in the sunny Eastern Bay of Plenty
• Subsidised Onsite Hospital Gym Membership + Wellness Programme + Staff Carparking

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity to fill a 0.8 FTE, fixed term part-time (32 hours per week) position within our Child Development Service. We have a fantastic multidisciplinary team of Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Social Workers, Allied Health Assistants, Psychology, Speech-Language Therapy, Dietitian and Administration who you will work alongside and will support you to reach your full potential.

You will be providing excellent person-centred care to our tamariki and their whanau, delivered with passion and drive as you make a real difference through your work. You will share our vision and commitment to delivering equitable quality healthcare within the Eastern Bay of Plenty community.

https://www.healthpoint.co.nz/public/community/bay-of-plenty-dhb-child-development-service/

About the Location

Situated in the sunny eastern coast of New Zealand's North Island, the Bay of Plenty really is just that, offering vast golden sand beaches, bush clad mountains, lush farmlands and more. Its pleasant climate means that the area has become a favourite for holiday makers, retirees and those looking for a different lifestyle outside of the main cities.

For more information on living and working in Whakatane click here.

https://careers.tewhatuora.govt.nz/locations/bay-of-plenty/

About you

• Current practicing certificate with the Physiotherapy Board of New Zealand
• Experience in working with Tamariki from 0 to 16 years
• Knowledge of the Health System and Enable New Zealand
• Full clean NZ drivers licence

If you are a person that shares in our vision and is motivated by being part of a tight knit community and working in a small but fantastic team then we would love to hear from you. 

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.   

How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now.”  All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by 19^th May 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Debs McPherson, Team Leader at Debs.McPherson@bopdhb.govt.nz.   

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.