Core Community Physiotherapist (Full Time) Eastern Locality, Community Health Service at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Counties Manukau, Auckland

Full Time

Permanent

Remuneration as per PSA Allied Health MECA guidelines (between step 1 $58,513 - 8 $85,204)

We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated Community Physiotherapist to join our team at the Eastern Community Health Service, based in Botany. Counties Manukau District is a dynamic and progressive organisation at the forefront of innovative health delivery. It is this diversity that offers unique opportunities for health professionals on both a personal and professional level.

The successful applicant will be working predominantly within the Eastern locality, as part of the wider IDT to provide excellent delivery of care to our clinically and culturally diverse population within the community setting. We have a strong focus on providing restorative care and in this position you will enjoy a diverse range of clinical presentations helping you develop your knowledge and expertise, such as neurology, orthopaedics, older adults, musculoskeletal and respiratory conditions; two days are never the same! Our philosophy is to work holistically with our patients and whaanau to find innovative solutions.

Counties Manukau District proactively supports professional development opportunities both as an individual and a team, with wide-ranging internal programmes plus paid study leave and financial support for external courses. You will have access to on-going professional development and supervision provided by senior colleagues. There are opportunities to become involved in service development projects or advance your leadership skills should you desire this.

If you enjoy variety, new challenges, working in a multicultural setting and being part of an interdisciplinary community team then we look forward to hearing from you.

Essential:

• NZ Registered Physiotherapist with current annual practising certificate
• Solution focussed with excellent communication skills
• Sound computer skills
• Full, clean driver’s licence

Desired:

• 2+ years relevant experience post registration
• Advanced assessment skills
• Experience in both hospital and community setting

What's in it for you?

• A great learning environment where you will continue to grow and be challenged
• Annual practicing certificate is refunded for every additional year of service
• Fantastic culture and team environment
• Discounted services as part of our work perks

Please apply online at www.countieshealthjobs.com.

To review the position description please click here. For further information please contact Dhara Wijeratne on Dhara.Wijeratne@middlemore.co.nz or Amy Lin in the Recruitment Centre on 09276 0044 Extn 58680 or amy.lin@middlemore.co.nz.

Position Number: CMH07414

Applications Close: 10 February 2023