Physiotherapist - Rotational at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Southern, Otago

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Dunedin Hospital

Salary Band: $59,035 - $85,992 p.a for fulltime + Kiwisaver + on-site employee gym

• Full-time (1.0 FTE), 40 hours per week
• One year fixed-term parental leave cover
• Work, learn and have fun

Mō te tūranga - About the role

We are looking for a physiotherapist to join our rotational staff programme for a one year fixed-term period. Please note whilst this is initially a fixed-term position, there may be further opportunities for motivated and committed candidates.

The rotational programme at Dunedin Hospital comprises of six-monthly rotations across all areas of acute inpatient services (including medical and acute stroke, respiratory, surgical, critical care, orthopaedics, emergency department, medical assessment unit and paediatrics), rehabilitation (inpatient and community), outpatients physiotherapy and community. The rotation changes are in February and August and for this fixed-term role you are likely to be place in acute inpatient area.

Please note this role requires you to participate in weekend and on-call rosters.

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Mōu ake - About you

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic team-player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. A proactive approach towards learning is also essential. You will have the drive to develop quality services in collaboration with others while working alongside a committed inter-professional team of health professionals.

Our ideal candidate will be hardworking, enthusiastic, and self-directed, keen to grow their knowledge and skills across a range of clinical areas offered within Te Whatu Ora Southern Hospitals. We prefer candidates who will be open to be placed in any rotation and/or work in either of our hospitals as and when required.

You will be keen to develop skills to work autonomously in a variety of settings listed above which include respiratory wards, and intensive/critical/high-dependency care. Prioritising your own learning goals and professional development plan for each rotation is an absolute requirement when required.

You will need to be adaptable and flexible allowing you to work effectively with your clients within an ever-changing health environment. If this sounds like the opportunity for you, apply now!

Mō mātou - About us

Te Whatu Ora - Southern has the largest geographical coverage of all the New Zealand regions, providing services to 350,000 people in diverse communities. We take pride in all the services we provide, and our aim is to improve, promote and protect the health of our region. We believe that our dedicated and passionate staff are a significant driving force behind the achievement of these standards, and we need more like-minded people to help us continue providing for our community.

Utu whānui - Salary range

This role belongs to the PSA/DHBs Allied, Public Health and Technical Multi-Employer Collective Agreement and falls between Step 1 ($59,035 p.a) and Step 8 ($85,992 p.a pro rata) of the Allied, Public Health and Technical scale.

Rā mōnehu - Closing date: Friday, 17 February 2023.

Due to the fast-paced nature of what we do, our vacancy close dates may be subject to change. Don't delay, make sure you apply as soon as possible.

Tono ināianei - Apply now

For further information please contact Karen Cope, Recruitment Advisor at Karen.cope@southerndhb.govt.nz

Pre-employment checks

In the interests of protecting our people and our patients, all appointments will be subject to the following:

• Occupational health assessment
• Police vetting / Ministry of Justice safety checks
• Serious misconduct checks (previous Public Service departments and statutory Crown entities only)

Covid vaccination requirements

New employees of Te Whatu Ora Southern will need to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, which includes two doses and a booster dose of an approved vaccine. If you are unable to receive a COVID-19 vaccine or booster for any reason, please indicate this in your cover letter so we can discuss this with you further and establish if you meet any criteria for an exemption.

To apply

We only accept online applications. Please apply via our website: https://careers.southernhealth.nz/job-invite/20813/