Physiotherapist – Adult Community Therapy Service

• Permanent part time 0.6FTE (24 hours a week)
• Work within an experienced and dynamic interdisciplinary team to provide physiotherapy to a wide variety of clients with complex needs, in their own communities

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

he Adult Community Therapy Service (ACTS) delivers allied health services to adults aged 16-65 years in our community, with bases including the Burwood Hospital, Princess Margaret Hospital, Rangiora Hospital and Longhurst sites.

We are looking for an experienced Physiotherapist who is passionate about providing client centred care within an inter-disciplinary allied health team. This is a busy, diverse role working 24 hours per week, where you are guaranteed a varied case load and will work with clients and their support people at home, in the community and in clinic settings.

Work alongside an experienced physiotherapy team, with the opportunity to extend your knowledge and skills in areas including respiratory physiotherapy, spasticity management and seating/postural supports.

In this role, you will be responsible for:

• Undertaking Physiotherapy assessments and developing and implementing treatment plans, considered within a holistic IDT approach
• Providing education and resources, where appropriate, to the client and their family/Whānau, as well as the wider interdisciplinary team
• Prioritising, organising and managing a case load while allocating time appropriately
• Engaging in service delivery reviews and associated quality improvement initiatives
• Providing clinical leadership for junior staff, Allied Health assistants and students
• Opportunity to work towards level 1 and 2 seating and wheelchair accreditation

About You

Your skills will include:

• Experience working with adults with complex needs including a variety of neurological conditions is advantageous
• Experience in respiratory physiotherapy is desirable, along with previous experience working in the community
• Excellent skills working within teams and maintaining relationships with service providers in the community
• The ability to work autonomously as well as build and nurture trusted relationships
• As travel is required, a full NZ Driver’s License is essential
• Registration with the NZ Physiotherapy Board and current Annual Practicing Certificate is essential
• Seating and wheelchair experience is desirable

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 11th June. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Alex Jay at Alexandra.jay@tewhatuora.govt.nz

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