Pediatric Physiotherapist - Child Development (Part-Time)

New Zealand Government; Wellington; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is seeking a paediatric physiotherapist to join the CDS team, delivering neurodevelopmental, neurological and musculoskeletal assessments and interventions for children aged 0–16. The role operates across three sites (Kenepuru, Puketiro and Te Wao Nui) with additional clinics in Kapiti and work across clinics and community settings.

You will bring at least three yearsPaediatric experience and strong assessment skills, with the ability to use play to facilitate

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years clinical practice, including paediatric experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive paediatric physiotherapy assessments for 0–16 years.
• Deliver neurodevelopmental, neurological and musculoskeletal interventions.
• Work across clinics and in community settings, including homes and education facilities.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support families.
• Adapt plans to multiple sites as required.

Skills

Paediatric experience

Neurodevelopmental assessment

Neurological assessment

MSK assessment

Play-based therapy

Team collaboration

Job description

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is seeking a paediatric physiotherapist to join the CDS team, delivering neurodevelopmental, neurological and musculoskeletal assessments and interventions for children aged 0–16. The role operates across three sites (Kenepuru, Puketiro and Te Wao Nui) with additional clinics in Kapiti and work across clinics and community settings.

You will bring at least three yearsPaediatric experience and strong assessment skills, with the ability to use play to facilitate