Physiotherapist - Rotational position at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Nelson Marlborough, Wairau Hospital
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
- Marlborough Health Hub - Blenheim
- Permanent 1.0 FTE , 80 hours per fortnight
Join Health New Zealand l Te Whatu Ora Nelson Marlborough at a key time of change where you will meaningfully contribute to our kaupapa of creating a more equitable, accessible, cohesive, and people-centred health system. This is mahi that will improve the health and well-being of everyone in Aotearoa, and we've got an opportunity for you to be part of it.
Ngā mōhiohio e pā ana ki tēnei mahi (About this position)
Our physiotherapy department has well-equipped treatment areas including a gym and hydrotherapy pool, and is situated within an Allied Health Hub. Clinical inpatient areas include surgical, orthopaedics, medical and rehabilitation wards with in-reach to paediatrics and the emergency department. There is a busy outpatient department with opportunity for a wide variety of musculoskeletal individual and group opportunities, as well as neurological conditions and community work. We aim to support therapists to work within their areas of interest with plenty of opportunity for an interesting and varied workload.
You will be working as part of an inter-disciplinary team providing quality assessment, intervention, advice and discharge planning through a patient-centred approach. The role requires you to be adaptable to change, resourceful and flexible to service needs.
The working hours are Monday to Friday 8.00am to 4.30pm and you - ll be required to participate in the on-call roster at weekends.
Ko wai he kaitono tōtika? (Who is an appropriate applicant?)
You will be a NZ Registered Physiotherapist with comprehensive clinical assessment and problem-solving skills with the experience and ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively. This role is suitable for Experienced or New Graduate clinicians. You will have excellent communication skills to liaise with health professionals and health agencies.
The successful candidate must be eligible to work in New Zealand or hold a valid NZ work visa at the time of applying.
Ā mātou rōpū (About our team)
We are a proactive team providing the highest standard of care for our clients, while maintaining an excellent work-life balance. Our teams pride themselves on being friendly and supportive - working with clients to promote, encourage and enable their health, well-being and independence.
Health NZ Nelson Marlborough is the main health provider for Te Tau Ihu, the top of the south. With nearly 3000 employees, we are Nelson and Marlborough - s largest employer, which means the opportunities here are endless. Our main locations are Nelson and Wairau Hospitals, and the Richmond and Marlborough Health Hubs, but we are spread across the region and service all parts of the community. Our work can be challenging, but we are up for it. We have a great team and we work hard to make a difference. We value integrity, innovation, respect and teamwork.
Ētahi atu mōhiohio (More Information)
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Ngā huanga o tēnei mahi (The benefits of this position)
In this role you will be able to apply your Physiotherapy skills to make a real difference to people - s lives.
At Health NZ Nelson Marlborough we encourage a workforce that is innovative, eager to learn and enhance their skills, and passionate about caring for our community.
Situated at the top of the South Island, Blenheim is well known for its
temperate climate, award winning wineries, stunning scenery and outdoor
pursuits - all available within minutes of the town centre. For more
information on the Marlborough region visit https://marlboroughnz.com/
Me pehea ahau e tono ai? (How do I apply?)
For general enquiries please contact our recruitment team on vacancies@nmdhb.govt.nz or 03 539 5748.
For role specific information please contact Helen McLauchlan, Team Leader OT & Physio Wairau on helen.mclauchlan@nmdhb.govt.nz .
Apply now, it - s easy. Please fill in our online application form and include a cover letter explaining your interest in this position.
https://nmdhb.careercentre.net.nz
Ref: W24-085
Applications close: Open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so we encourage you to apply early.
Health NZ Nelson Marlborough strongly endorses Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
We believe that to achieve equity in health outcomes for Māori we need a workforce reflective of the population it serves. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who identify as Māori and we recruit for cultural competence.
He waka eke noa. We are all in this together.
Ngā taipitopito tūranga mahi | Job details
Employer: | Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Nelson Marlborough |
Location: | Wairau Hospital |
Position type: | Permanent Full time |
Category: | Health |
Date listed: | 20-Sep-2024 |
Salary range: | |
Closing date: | 18-Oct-2024 |
Reference: | W24-085 |
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Website: | https://www.nmdhb.govt.nz/ |
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