Physiotherapist - General Medicine at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Waitaha Canterbury, Christchurch

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Christchurch Hospital, Full time permanent role (40 hours per week)
• Fast paced General Medicine caseload
• Make a meaningful impact in acute care physiotherapy at one of Aotearoa's largest and most dynamic hospitals

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 an enthusiastic and motivated Physiotherapist to join our General Medicine team at Christchurch Hospital, working within a fast-paced, supportive multidisciplinary environment.

In this role, you'll provide high-quality acute physiotherapy assessment and treatment to a diverse range of patients with complex and often multi'system medical conditions. You will work closely with medical, nursing, and allied health colleagues to support safe, effective, and patient-centred care.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver timely and comprehensive physiotherapy assessments in an acute medical setting
• Plan and implement evidence-based interventions to optimise patient mobility, function, and discharge readiness
• Contribute to MDT discussions, discharge planning, and coordinated care pathways
• Educate patients and whānau to support self-management and recovery
• Participate in service development, audits, and quality improvement initiatives
• Supervise and mentor rotational physiotherapists and final year physiotherapy students
• Participate in peer review and supervision structure

You will be required to contribute to the weekend and on-call rosters.

About the Team

This role is part of the Christchurch Hospital Physiotherapy team, with over 60 team members across a large range of specialities and more specifically sits within the medical specialties and neurosciences cluster, a team of approximately 20 physiotherapists. This supportive and patient centred focused cluster strives to bring the best out of each other to deliver the best patient care.

Why You'll Love This Role

• A supportive and experienced physiotherapy team within a highly regarded tertiary hospital
• Focused on professional development, in'service training, and ongoing education
• Access to supervision, mentoring, and structured support for developing clinicians
• A dynamic workplace where your contribution truly matters
• Live in a region offering an amazing lifestyle
  

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About you

To be successful in this role you will demonstrate the following:

• 3+ years' clinical experience, including experience in general medicine
• Acute hospital inpatient experience
• New Zealand Registered physiotherapist with current APC
• Demonstrate an understanding of the significance of and obligations under Te Tiriti o Waitangi, including how to apply Te Tiriti principles in a meaningful way in your role
  

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 15th February 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Alex Jay at Alexandra.jay@tewhatuora.govt.nz

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