Experienced Rehabilitation Physiotherapist

• Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldier’s Hospital, Experienced Neurorehabilitation Physiotherapist
• 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

An exciting and challenging opportunity has opened to grow and extend your neuro assessment and therapy skills at the Hawkes Bay Hospital.  Working within both our acute neurological and rehabilitation wards, you will gain a unique perspective of patient care across the inpatient journey. We are seeking a professional person who actively demonstrates our hospital values in everything they do.

About the Team/Service/ Location

You will be part of a diverse and supportive team working in partnership with patients, whānau, and the wider multidisciplinary team to provide high quality, culturally safe, patient-centred therapy for our community.  You will be part of the wider allied health and physiotherapy teams, developing leadership and service development skills in your role.  You will have access to regular in-service training, special interest working groups, and learning opportunities to develop your clinical skills.  Our Physiotherapy Professional Lead supports your growth and promotes the physiotherapy service throughout our hospital.

Hawke’s Bay offers excellent work-life balance, sun, beaches, exceptional outdoor adventures, great schools, mountains and skiing close by, wonderful food and stunning wineries, vibrant cities and plenty more to boast about. For more information on living and working in Hawke’s Bay click HERE

About you

We are looking for a Physiotherapist who:

• Has a Bachelor of Physiotherapy, or equivalent, with at least 3 years’ experience.
• Experience in neurorehabilitation
• Is New Zealand registered with current annual practising certificate (APC)
• And is flexible, proactive, and eager to learn.

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 Stacey McLaughlin via email on stacey.mclaughlin@hbdhb.govt.nz

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