Experienced Physiotherapist Inpatient Neurology/ Medical

• Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldier’s Hospital, Allied Health
• Permanent, Full-time 80 hours per fortnight (1 FTE)

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

As an experienced Physiotherapist, you’ll provide high-quality, patient-centred care within the inpatient neurology and medical wards at Hawke’s Bay Hospital. You’ll manage a diverse caseload, delivering safe and effective assessments, interventions, and discharge planning in collaboration with patients, whānau, and the wider multidisciplinary team. This role also includes contributing to the weekend acute physiotherapy service.

You’ll be part of a team that values clinical excellence, cultural safety, and continuous improvement, with opportunities to mentor students, participate in service development, and lead quality initiatives.

About the Team/Service/ Location

Our Allied Health Therapies team at Fallen Soldiers Memorial Hospital in Hastings is a collaborative and supportive group of professionals delivering physiotherapy services across inpatient settings. We’re committed to equity, innovation, and delivering care that reflects the values of Te Whatu Ora - Te Matau a Māui Hawke’s Bay.

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About you

As a Physiotherapist, you will bring:

• A Bachelor of Physiotherapy (or equivalent) and current NZ registration with APC.
• At least 3 years of clinical experience, ideally in neurorehabilitation or inpatient care.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within an interprofessional team.
• A full NZ driver’s licence and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• A commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, equity, and culturally safe practice.

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 review the position profile, click HERE To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Dawn Tyler via email on dawn.tyler@hbdhb.govt.nz

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