Physiotherapist - Clinical Lead MSK Outpatients
- Physiotherapist – Clinical Lead Musculoskeletal Outpatients – Taranaki
- Permanent Part to Full time – 28-40 hrs/week negotiable
Make a difference to health outcomes of Taranaki patients by providing excellent assessment and physiotherapy treatment
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
Physiotherapy Clinical Lead MSK Outpatients 0.7 - 1.0 FTE
We are seeking an experienced NZ Registered Physiotherapist who is able to lead and develop our MSK Outpatient Physiotherapy Department.
This role has a substantial personal clinical caseload alongside the clinical lead responsibilities (see job description for further information).
Some experience in pain management is preferred.
This position leads a group of 1 junior and 4 senior physiotherapists and shares leadership of 2 administration staff.
This role may include rostered weekend work and on call if desired (after a period of training/orientating to relevant competencies).
Please click here to view the job description
About the Team/Service/ Location
This work occurs primarily within the Physiotherapy department at Taranaki Base Hospital and can occur in Hawera Hospital or community locations as required.
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About you
You will need to have:
- Current NZ Physiotherapy Annual Practising Certificate
- Minimum five years musculoskeletal experience
- A passion for teaching and mentoring other physiotherapists and students
- Problem solving approach
- Previous experience or desire to engage in service development opportunities
- Excellent cultural knowledge and practice – Te Reo speaking is an advantage
- Excellent communication skills with both staff and patients
- Excellent computer skills
- Evidence of ongoing self-directed learning
- Valid Drivers’ licence
- Working visa/NZ residence (as required)
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 Monday 17th August 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact kate.shelver@tdhb.org.nz
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.
