Lead Physiotherapist

Habit Group; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual professional development budget

Leadership pathways

Monthly bonus scheme (uncapped)

Registration/APC fees reimbursement

Job summary

Habit Health in Auckland's North Shore is seeking an experienced Lead Physiotherapist to lead a small team while managing a varied musculoskeletal and vestibular caseload at the Wairau Valley clinic.

You will mentor junior physiotherapists, provide clinical supervision, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality rehabilitation and patient-centred care across the region. NZ APC and current registration are required.

Qualifications

• Eligible to practise in NZ with current APC.
• Five or more years of clinical physiotherapy experience.
• Experience in musculoskeletal, vestibular, concussion and persistent pain rehab.
• Experience leading, mentoring and supporting other physios.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, evidence‑based care with clinical leadership.
• Manage a diverse caseload: musculoskeletal, vestibular, concussion, persistent pain.
• Support development of pain and concussion rehab services.
• Drive best practice through leadership and client feedback.
• Provide structured clinical supervision and mentorship to junior physios.
• Foster a positive, collaborative, high‑performing team culture.
• Work autonomously while contributing to wider service and regional objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Clinical supervision

Communication

Autonomous work

Education

NZ Physiotherapy registration (with APC)

Job description

Job Category: Health, Medical & Pharmaceutical

Habit Health is a nationwide healthcare provider specialising in rehabilitation. Our purpose is simple: to support people in their communities to optimise health and live their best lives, while empowering our teams to reach their full potential.

Job Description

We're looking for an experienced and personable Physiotherapist to join our Auckland Wairau Valley team in a Lead Physiotherapist role. This is an exciting opportunity to combine hands-on clinical practice with leadership. You'll manage your own varied caseload while dedicating time to mentoring and clinically supervising a small group of physiotherapists, helping them grow their confidence, capability and clinical excellence.

Based in our modern Wairau Valley clinic on Auckland's North Shore, you'll work alongside a multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality rehabilitation services to the local community, while contributing to the growth and success of the wider Auckland region.
We're seeking someone with strong experience across musculoskeletal, rehabilitation, vestibular rehabilitation, concussion management and persistent pain. Experience delivering and coordinating end-to-end pain and/or concussion rehabilitation services will be highly regarded.

The Role

As Lead Physiotherapist, you will:

• Partner with Clinical and Service Leads to deliver consistently high-quality, evidence-based care.
• Manage a diverse clinical caseload, including musculoskeletal, vestibular, concussion and persistent pain presentations.
• Support the delivery and ongoing development of pain and concussion rehabilitation services.
• Drive best practice and continuous improvement through clinical leadership, innovation and client feedback.
• Provide structured clinical supervision, coaching and mentorship to junior physiotherapists.
• Foster a positive, collaborative and high-performing team culture where learning and professional development are prioritised.
• Work autonomously while contributing to wider service and regional objectives.
• Play a pivotal role in shaping clinical excellence while ensuring exceptional outcomes for every client who walks through our doors.

Why Join Us?

• Annual professional development budget and clear leadership pathways.
• Monthly bonus scheme with uncapped earning potential.
• Reimbursement of professional registration and APC fees (pro-rated for part-time hours).
• Supportive team culture with regular social events, weekly treats and recognition awards.
• Wellbeing initiatives including annual eye exams, flu vaccinations and full Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) access.
• Opportunity to work in a thriving North Shore clinic with strong referral networks and a diverse client base.
• Provision of enhanced AI tools to reduce admin time and support your performance

About You

To be successful in this role, you'll bring:

• Current NZ Physiotherapy registration with a valid APC.
• Ideally five or more years' clinical physiotherapy experience.
• Demonstrated experience in musculoskeletal, vestibular, concussion and persistent pain rehabilitation.
• Experience delivering and coordinating end-to-end pain and/or concussion rehabilitation services is highly desirable.
• A genuine passion for leading, mentoring and supporting other physiotherapists to develop their clinical skills and confidence.
• Confidence managing a varied and complex caseload while maintaining excellent clinical standards.
• A full New Zealand Driver Licence for community rehabilitation work.
• Outstanding communication skills and a warm, engaging and collaborative approach.

Confidentiality is assured.

Habit Health is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to diversity hiring and providing a safe space to people of all cultures, languages, experiences and backgrounds.