Physiotherapist at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand South Canterbury, Timaru Hospital

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Physiotherapist 

• Health New Zealand, Timaru Hosptial- South Canterbury
• Permanent Full Time 1.0 FTE Monday - Friday
• Rehabilitation Ward

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we - re building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.

About the Role

Right now, we - re inviting an experienced Physiotherapist to join our friendly team delivering services across the South Canterbury District 

In this role you will experience all aspects of physiotherapy and be part of an experienced and friendly team.  There are numerous opportunities for career growth and development. This includes working directly and collaboratively with senior medical staff and participating in service improvement projects such as care pathways and treatment protocols. 

About you

In addition to being a New Zealand Registered Physiotherapist with a current Annual Practising Certificate, (or close to gaining this) success in this role will also include your;

• Commitment to the principles of research and evidence-based practice
• Your communication skills combined with an empathetic nature
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team and inter-professional setting team
  

Working for Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is - the weaving of wellness - . We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. The Equity Work Programme at Health NZ focuses on helping everyone in the health system think about equity when they do their work. It also promotes the cultural change needed for the whole system to reach equity in health outcomes.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations.

Salary Range

This role is covered by the terms and conditions of the Collective and the salary will be in accordance with the Pay Scale, and dependent on relevant experience.

How to Apply

Please apply for this vacancy online at https://scdhb.careercentre.net.nz

We look forward to receiving your application directly via our Careers Site.

If you have any questions regarding this role, please contact Human Resources by phoning 03 687-2230.

Close Date:  15 June 2025

Please note, we will be reviewing applications when received and may proceed with the recruitment process and the role will close if a suitable applicant is found.