Physiotherapist (Community)

Habit Group; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-competitive salary

Monthly bonus scheme

Professional development budget

Volunteer leave

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Habit Health in Hamilton is seeking a motivated Community Physiotherapist to join our multidisciplinary team. The role focuses on ACC Concussion and Pain contracts, delivering client-centered rehabilitation in both community and clinic settings.

You will work with an experienced team to support clients toward meaningful outcomes, improving quality of life and functional independence through tailored rehabilitation programs and ongoing assessment.

Qualifications

• NZ Physiotherapy registration with APC current.
• Experience in ACC-funded rehabilitation is preferred.
• Interest in concussion rehabilitation and pain management.
• Understanding of a biopsychosocial approach to rehabilitation.
• Full NZ Driver Licence required for community-based work.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver assessment and rehabilitation services under ACC Concussion and Pain contracts.
• Develop and implement individualised rehabilitation programmes in community and clinic settings.
• Collaborate with psychologists, occupational therapists, exercise physiologists and other clinicians.
• Complete comprehensive clinical assessments, goal setting and progress reviews.
• Prepare high-quality reports outlining client abilities, goals, recommendations and treatment outcomes.
• Utilise diary management and clinical software systems effectively.
• Support clients to achieve independence and return to meaningful activities.

Skills

NZ Physiotherapy registration with APC

Concussion rehabilitation

Pain management

Biopsychosocial approach

Full NZ Driver Licence

Excellent communication

Autonomous working

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Job description

Job Category: Health, Medical & Pharmaceutical

Job Description

Habit Health is a nationwide healthcare provider, specialising in the rehabilitation space. We enable people to live their best lives and empower our teams to realise their full potential.

Our Victoria Street Clinic in Hamilton is seeking a driven and skilled Community Physiotherapist to join our multidisciplinary team. This role provides the opportunity to work predominantly within our ACC Concussion and Pain contracts, supporting clients to achieve meaningful outcomes and improve their quality of life.

This is a permanent full-time position offering a varied caseload across the community and clinic settings. You will work alongside an experienced interdisciplinary team, delivering client-centred rehabilitation programmes and contributing to positive health outcomes for people experiencing the effects of concussion and persistent pain.

Main responsibilities

• Deliver assessment and rehabilitation services for clients under ACC Concussion and Pain contracts
• Develop and implement individualised rehabilitation programmes in both community and clinic settings
• Work collaboratively with psychologists, occupational therapists, exercise physiologists, rehabilitation consultants, and other allied health professionals
• Complete comprehensive clinical assessments, goal setting, and progress reviews
• Prepare high-quality reports outlining client abilities, goals, recommendations, and treatment outcomes
• Utilise diary management and clinical software systems effectively
• Support clients to achieve independence, return to meaningful activities, and improve functional outcomes

The benefits of working with us

• Market-competitive salary, because we are committed to ensuring our teams feel valued
• Monthly bonus scheme aimed at enhancing your earnings
• Annual budget set aside for professional development and further study
• Volunteer leave to support a cause that matters to you
• Referral bonuses and clinician performance rewards
• Reimbursement of professional registration and APC fees
• Development pathways designed to support your progression into leadership opportunities
• Great team culture with regular social events, weekly treats, and recognition programmes
• Wellbeing initiatives including annual eye exams, flu vaccinations, and access to the full scope of EAP services
• Provision of enhanced AI tools aimed at reducing admin and boosting your performance

The ideal candidate

• NZ Physiotherapy registration with a current APC
• Experience working within ACC-funded rehabilitation services is preferred
• Experience or a strong interest in concussion rehabilitation and pain management
• Understanding of a biopsychosocial approach to rehabilitation
• Full New Zealand Driver Licence, as community-based work is required
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to work autonomously while contributing effectively within a multidisciplinary team

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.