Senior Physiotherapist - Acute Neurology
Remuneration as per the PSA Allied Health MECA guidelines
We are seeking a passionate and skilled Senior Physiotherapist with a strong interest in neurology and rehabilitation to join our dedicated team at Counties Manukau.
This role is based at Middlemore Hospital, where you will be primarily working with 3 other Physiotherapists on the acute stroke ward, plus assisting Physiotherapists on our general medical and surgical wards. You will deliver evidence-based practice to inpatients with acute neurological events, including Stroke, Guillain Barre, Vestibular disorders, TBIs, and Parkinson’s disease.
It is based within a team of 12 Physiotherapy staff as part of the medical/acute neuro team within the cardiorespiratory physiotherapy service. There are close links with the AT&R unit (Assessment, Treatment and Rehabilitation) and Community Stroke rehabilitation team, which provides ongoing rehabilitation to our neurological patients.
We are committed to your professional development, offering access to generous funding for training, an extensive internal education program, and opportunities to engage in research and service improvement initiatives. You will also play an integral role in the supervision and clinical development of rotational staff, physiotherapy assistants, and students, supported by a section head, experienced physiotherapists, and a wider multidisciplinary team.
Essential:
- NZ Physiotherapy registration and a current Annual Practising Certificate
- Minimum 5 years’ clinical experience, including at least 8 months in neurology
- Proven experience in clinical teaching and professional supervision
- Strong background in leading quality improvement initiatives
- Full driver’s licence
To apply, please visit www.countieshealthjobs.com. To review the position description, please click here. If you have any questions, please contact Amy Lin in the Recruitment Centre on 09 276 0044 ext 58680 or amy.lin@middlemore.co.nz.
Job Number: CMH202414374
Applications Close: 05 December 2024
