Physiotherapist

TBI Health Group New Zealand; Whangarei; Hybrid; NZD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle for work

Laptop and mobile phone

Southern Cross health insurance

Career development programmes

Birthday leave

Wellbeing allowance

Job summary

TBI Health Whangārei invites applications for a Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist to join our Vocational and Community Services team. You will support people returning to work and independence across workplace, community and clinical settings.

We offer training, support and opportunities to grow within a collaborative, inclusive New Zealand–owned organisation with flexibility for administrative work from home when possible.

Qualifications

• Qualified physiotherapist or occupational therapist and eligible to practise in New Zealand.
• Current practising certificate and appropriate indemnity insurance.
• Full NZ driver licence (clean).
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Experience or interest in vocational and community rehabilitation is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct workplace assessments for return-to-work following illness or injury.
• Provide patient education, training and rehabilitation across community and workplace settings.
• Liaise with specialists, GPs and employers to coordinate rehabilitation.
• Manage a varied caseload including ACC contracts and private vocational services.
• Deliver in-home assessments and OT interventions for injured clients.

Skills

Physiotherapy

Occupational Therapy

NZ practising certificate

Full NZ driver licence

Interdisciplinary team

Communication skills

Time management

Te Reo Māori (desirable)

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Introduction

Since 2001, TBI Health has helped people recover from pain, injury and illness and get back to the things that matter.

As part of Southern Cross, we’re continuing to grow, innovate and create new opportunities for our people to develop their skills and careers.

We’re committed to a workplace where people feel valued, supported and empowered to thrive. As a New Zealand-owned organisation, we’re proud to be a Te Tiriti partner with an ongoing commitment to health equity for Māori.

Join us and help shape the future of rehabilitation across Aotearoa.

Description

About The Mahi (role)

Looking for a role where every day is different, your clinical skills are valued, and you can genuinely make a difference?

Join our growing TBI Health Whangārei team and help people return to the things that matter most — work, independence, community, and everyday life.

We’re looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist to join our Vocational and Community Services team. Whether you're an experienced clinician or looking to take the next step in your career, we’ll provide the training, support and opportunities to help you thrive.

What makes this role different?

This is a varied role where you can play to your strengths. You’ll work across workplace, community and clinical settings, supporting people at different stages of their rehabilitation journey.

Your week could include workplace assessments, return-to-work planning, community rehabilitation, client education, in-home assessments or working alongside employers and health professionals to achieve great outcomes.

There’s also plenty of variety in where you work — from our Whangārei clinic and fantastic gym at Semenoff Stadium, to workplaces and community locations across Northland, with the flexibility to work from home for administrative tasks.

We’re open to both full-time and part-time options (minimum 3 days, preferred full time, however open to 3-5days).

What You’ll Be Doing

• Completing workplace assessments for return to work following illness or injury.
• Providing patient education, training, treatment, and rehabilitation in a variety of community and workplace settings.
• Liaise with external partners such as specialists, GP's, and employers to ensure smooth rehabilitation for the client
• A varied caseload of ACC contracts, early intervention and private vocational services.
• Providing in-home assessments to identify injured clients' needs and options to address these needs
• Providing in-home OT intervention/rehabilitation for injured clients

Benefits Of Joining TBI Health

We’re a team that feels like whānau.

You’ll be joining an experienced, supportive interdisciplinary team with a shared commitment to making a difference for our clients and growing rehabilitation services across Northland.

We’ll support you with:

• Competitive Salary plus the opportunity to earn KPI-based quarterly bonuses.
• Work laptop, mobile phone and vehicle for work purposes.
• Subsidised Southern Cross health insurance for eligible employees working 20+ hours per week.
• Comprehensive internal training and professional development programmes.
• An annual career development contribution for conferences, courses and postgraduate study.
• Opportunities for career progression locally and across New Zealand.
• Birthday leave for eligible employees working 20+ hours per week.
• A wellbeing allowance, currently $250, for eligible employees working 20+ hours per week.
• A genuinely inclusive and diverse workplace where your perspective and culture are valued.
• Training throughout the year to support the appropriate incorporation of Māori tikanga into your practice.

Skills and Experiences

About You

Most importantly, we're looking for someone with a great attitude, a genuine interest in vocational and community rehabilitation, and a passion for helping people achieve their goals.

You will ideally bring

• Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy qualifications and eligibility to practise in New Zealand.
• A current practising certificate, professional body membership and appropriate indemnity insurance.
• A current, clean full NZ driver licence.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• The ability to manage your time, workload and priorities effectively.
• Confidence working both autonomously and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• A positive, solutions-focused approach and the ability to thrive in a busy environment.
• A genuine interest in vocational and community rehabilitation.
• A Bachelor’s degree or higher qualification.

Previous clinical experience of at least two years is required. Postgraduate qualifications would be advantageous.

Knowledge of ACC and accredited employer policies is desirable but not essential. Proficiency in Te Reo Māori would also be welcomed.

New to vocational rehabilitation? That's okay.

Comprehensive orientation, training and ongoing support will be provided to help you build your skills and confidence.

We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates who meet the skills and qualifications for the role. If you have cultural or other diversity needs, you’ll have the opportunity to let us know so we can support you throughout the recruitment process.