Physiotherapist - Engage Community at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Te Matau a Māui Hawke's Bay, Hawkes Bay

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

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• Permanent, Part-Time 48 hours per fortnight (0.6 FTE)
• Be part of a service that values innovation, continuous improvement, equity and highquality care.

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 are seeking a motivated and experienced Physiotherapist to join the engAGE Community Allied Health Service based at the Napier Health Centre. In this role, you will provide safe, effective and culturally responsive assessment, intervention and rehabilitation for patients, clients and tangata whaiora with a wide range of conditions, including those with increasingly complex needs.

You will carry your own caseload, undertake comprehensive assessments, develop individualised treatment plans, and work in partnership with patients and their whānau to achieve meaningful goals. You will also collaborate closely with interprofessional and multidisciplinary teams, contribute to discharge planning, complete risk assessments and provide coaching, education and guidance to support ongoing recovery and independence.

The role includes opportunities to contribute to service improvement, professional development, clinical teaching and quality initiatives across the Allied Health Therapies service.

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About the Team/Service/ Location

Youll be part of the engAGE Community Allied Health Service, working alongside a dedicated team of physiotherapists, occupational therapists, social workers, speechlanguage therapists, allied health assistants, and professional leaders.

Based at Napier Health Centre, the team supports people living in the community, including older adults, people recovering from illness or injury, and those with longterm conditions. Youll also work closely with Geriatricians, CNS Stroke, Radiology, Māori Health Services, and a wide network of community agencies, PHOs, general practice teams and Enable NZ providers.

The team is collaborative, supportive and committed to providing highquality, equitable and whānaucentred care guided by Te Mauri o Rongo and Pae Ora principles.

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About you

You are a capable, reflective clinician with strong communication and clinical reasoning skills, and a genuine passion for improving health outcomes in the community.

You will have:

• A New Zealand recognised Physiotherapy degree (Bachelor/Masters)
• Current New Zealand Annual Practising Certificate
• At least 4 years clinical experience, ideally including neurological and/or stroke rehabilitation
• Strong assessment, planning and intervention skills
• Ability to lead, motivate and support others
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and confidence using digital systems
• A full NZ drivers licence
• Excellent timemanagement, prioritisation and organisational skills
• Ability to move and transport essential physiotherapy equipment
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within IPP/MDT settings
• A commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, equity and culturally safe practice

Desired:

• Membership of Physiotherapy NZ
• Enable accreditation
• Communitybased physiotherapy experience
• Advanced competencies in specific rehabilitation practices
• Understanding of local tikanga and ability to engage respectfully with Māori clients and whānau

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 4th June 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Christine Lloyd Christine.Lloyd@hbdhb.govt.nz

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

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.