Physiotherapists - Specialist Mental Health Service

• Hillmorton Hospital, Christchurch
• 1 or 2 positions permanent available, consideration of 0.4 - 1.0 FTE for the right candidates
• Registration with the New Zealand Physiotherapy Board with current Annual Practising Certificate is essential

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 have an exciting opportunity for 1-2 physiotherapists to work in the Specialist Mental Health Service within the Health New Zealand Waitaha.

These will be permanent roles that report directly to the Clinical Leader of Physiotherapy, with flexibility of days and hours available. 

We would consider any mix of 0.4 - 1.0 FTE for the right candidates

This is an ideal opportunity for physiotherapists who are passionate about the health and wellbeing of our community and looking to work at the forefront of a specialty service. This role will be working alongside other allied health colleagues and medical staff to deliver high-quality and effective patient care. Regardless of your experience, you will receive a thorough orientation, ongoing supervision, professional development and will be supported to achieve your career goals.

What we offer:

• 16-40 hours per fortnight, with days and hours negotiable.
• The opportunity to join a team that works within a range of clinical areas between inpatient and outpatient services.
• Continuing professional development opportunities.
• Supervision and peer review.
• Employee benefits at a variety of businesses.

In this role, you will be responsible for:

• Planning and providing physiotherapy assessment and treatment in partnership with Specialist Mental Health Service consumers who have mobility, functional and developmental difficulties with their physical and mental health.
• Work collaboratively with the consumer, their whanau/family, and the wider multidisciplinary team to provide quality patient-centred care.

About you

Skills ideal for this role:

• Clinical experience working with acute and chronic musculoskeletal conditions and falls management.
• Basic knowledge of neurological and respiratory conditions.
• Clinical decision-making skills and use of evidence-based practice.
• Ability to work autonomously and within the multidisciplinary team.
• Organisational, communication and inter-personal skills.
• Use of appropriate physiotherapy interventions for each consumer.
• Experience with providing patient education and running group interventions.
• Registration with the New Zealand Physiotherapy Board with current Annual Practising Certificate is essential.

Experience working within mental health is not essential.   Orientation, ongoing training, supervision, and support for working within SMHS will be provided for the successful applicant.

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 Tuesday 20^th January. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Recruitment Partner Natalie Gaunt on Natalie.Gaunt@tewahatuora.govt.nz

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.