Physiotherapist Whangarei at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau, Northland
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
- Physiotherapy Department, Whangarei Hospital
- Fixed-term part-time position (0.875 FTE), working 35 hours per week. Parental leave cover from June 2026 to June 2027.
- Recent graduates with an APC are welcome to apply!
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 physiotherapy which promotes independence, safety and wellbeing to the patients of Health New Zealand Te Tai Tokerau.
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Physiotherapist to join our outpatient team, delivering safe, effective, and innovative care that is person- and whānau-centred. Working within a multidisciplinary environment, you will spend the majority of your time providing direct patient care, supporting individuals to achieve meaningful health outcomes through assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, build strong collaborative partnerships, promote equity in healthcare delivery, and actively participate in professional and clinical leadership within a supportive team environment.
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About the Location
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About you
- 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 client-centred practice
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 6th September 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Olivia Matthews at 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.
Ngā taipitopito tūranga mahi | Job details
| Employer: | Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau |
| Location: | Northland |
| Position type: | Contract/Temp Part time |
| Category: | Health |
| Date listed: | 24-Aug-2026 |
| Salary range: | 79014.0 - 119300.0 |
| Closing date: | 06-Sep-2026 |
| Reference: | WHA01443 |
| Attachment: | No File Attached |
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| Website: | https://www.northlanddhb.org.nz/ |
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