Physiotherapist - Bay of Islands Hospital at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Te Tai Tokerau, Northland

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Full time fixed term position, working 40 hours per week between Monday – Friday until June 2025
• Based at Bay of Islands hospital, Kawakawa
• Applications are welcomed from experienced Physiotherapists looking for a new challenge as well as new-graduate Physiotherapists ready to start their careers in 2025

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

• You will provide expert physiotherapy which promotes independence, safety and wellbeing to the patients of Health New Zealand – Te Tai Tokerau in the community as well as inpatient settings
• This role is an effective member of the multidisciplinary team process that focuses on meeting quality outcomes for clients and be presented with daily variety and clinical challenges
• You will be required to maintain a clinical case load according to current best practice standards and maintaining and improving skills are essential components to this role.

About the Team/Service/Location

We ensure every member of our team has the opportunity to develop, grow and stay inspired. We are a proactive team providing the highest standard of care for our clients, while maintaining an excellent work-life balance. Our teams pride themselves on being friendly and supportive - working with clients to promote, encourage and enable their health, well-being and independence.

A career with Health New Zealand - Te Tai Tokerau will see you action meaningful change in the region we love, and in your professional development – all whilst enjoying everything the stunning North has to offer. You really can enjoy the best of both.

For more information on living and working in Northland click here

About you

Essential Skills and Experience

• Registration with the Physiotherapy Board of New Zealand and a current APC
• Able to work autonomously and harmoniously with other health professionals.
• Clear, concise recording and reporting
• Sound knowledge of physiotherapy theory and principles of practise, able to assess clients' needs and take appropriate action.
• Demonstrated awareness of cultural, social and ability differences and their implications for practise.
• Demonstrated client-centred practise.

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 27 April 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact NL-Jobs@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz

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