Community Physiotherapist (0.6 FTE) Nelson at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Nelson Marlborough, Tasman Community

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Community Physiotherapist, Nelson Tasman Community, Permanent Part-time

• Bring your strong clinical skills to our friendly and supportive multi-disciplinary team in the Nelson / Tasman community

• Permanent part-time, up to 0.6 FTE (48 hours per fortnight).

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

Come and join a friendly and supportive team, where your skills are valued and your contributions make a difference.  Collaborate in a patient focused environment where your expertise helps to enhance quality of life.

As part of our team, you will work in a multi-disciplinary setting, sharing expertise and resources to deliver the best possible outcomes for our clients. You will play a key role in assessing, planning, and delivering individualised treatment programs.

About the Team/Service/ Location

Community Allied Health Services is a large multi-disciplinary team renowned for their commitment to patient-centred care. We pride ourselves on clinical excellence, and offer mentoring and professional development opportunities.

If you're passionate about making a difference in patients' lives and have the qualifications and experience required, we would love to hear from you.

Visit the pages to uncover more about how to strike a better work-life balance in Nelson https://www.nelsontasman.nz/ and https://www.newzealand.com/nz/nelson-tasman/

About you

To succeed in this role, you should have:

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• NZ registration in Physiotherapy and a current practising certificate with the Physiotherapy Board of New Zealand.
• A strong foundation in evidence-based practice, a collaborative mindset, and a commitment to delivering compassionate, person-centred care.
• Experience in a hospital or community setting is preferred.

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in New Zealand or hold a valid NZ visa at the time of applying.

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 25 June 2026.

For general application enquiries please contact  Sonja Rae (Recruitment) at sonja.rae@tewhatuora.govt,nz OR

For role specific information please contact Di Scott - Team Leader Community Allied Health Services on Diane.Scott@nmdhb.govt.nz  .

Job ref: R1N26-139

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.