Physiotherapist - General Medicine

New Zealand Government; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Christchurch Hospital is seeking a motivated Physiotherapist to join our General Medicine team, providing acute physiotherapy assessments and treatments in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment. Permanent part-time roles are available at 0.8FTE (64 hours per fortnight) or 0.4FTE (32 hours per fortnight).

Please indicate your preference in your cover letter. You will work with medical, nursing and allied health colleagues to support safe, patient-centred care, contribute to discharge

Qualifications

• 3+ years' clinical experience, including experience in general medicine.
• Acute hospital inpatient experience.
• New Zealand Registered physiotherapist with current APC.
• Demonstrate understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi obligations and principles.

Responsibilities

• Deliver timely and comprehensive physiotherapy assessments in an acute medical setting.
• Plan and implement evidence-based interventions to optimise mobility, function and discharge readiness.
• Contribute to MDT discussions, discharge planning and coordinated care pathways.
• Educate patients to support self-management and recovery.
• Participate in service development, audits and quality improvement initiatives.
• Supervise and mentor rotational physiotherapists and final year students.
• Contribute to weekend and on-call rosters.

Skills

Clinical experience

Acute medicine

MDT collaboration

Mentoring

Student supervision

Education

NZ Registered Physiotherapist

APC current

Job description

Christchurch Hospital, permanent 0.8FTE (64 hours per fortnight) and 0.4FTE (32 hours per fortnight) roles available * Fast paced General Medicine caseload * Make a meaningful impact in acute care physiotherapy at one of Aotearoa's largest and most dynamic hospitals. 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

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Physiotherapist to join our General Medicine team at Christchurch Hospital, working within a fast-paced, supportive multidisciplinary environment. In this role, you'll provide high-quality acute physiotherapy assessment and treatment to a diverse range of patients with complex and often multi'system medical conditions. You will work closely with medical, nursing, and allied health colleagues to support safe, effective, and patient-centred care. These roles are permanent part-time opportunities at either 0.8FTE (64 hours per fortnight), or 0.4FTE (32 hours per fortnight). Please indicate your preference in your cover letter.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver timely and comprehensive physiotherapy assessments in an acute medical setting
• Plan and implement evidence-based interventions to optimise patient mobility, function, and discharge readiness
• Contribute to MDT discussions, discharge planning, and coordinated care pathways
• Educate patients and whŏa to support self-management and recovery
• Participate in service development, audits, and quality improvement initiatives
• Supervise and mentor rotational physiotherapists and final year physiotherapy students
• Participate in peer review and supervision structureYou will be required to contribute to the weekend and on-call rosters.

About the Team

This role is part of the Christchurch Hospital Physiotherapy team, with over 60 roles across a large range of specialties and more specifically sits within the medical specialties and neurosciences cluster, a team of approximately 20 physiotherapists. This supportive and patient centred care focused cluster strives to bring the best out of each other to deliver the best patient care.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora 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.

Why You'll Love This Role

• A supportive and experienced physiotherapy team within a highly regarded tertiary hospital
• Focused on professional development, in'service training, and ongoing education
• Access to supervision, mentoring, and structured support for developing clinicians
• A dynamic workplace where your contribution truly matters
• Live in a region offering an amazing lifestyle

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About You

• 3+ years' clinical experience, including experience in general medicine
• Acute hospital inpatient experience
• New Zealand Registered physiotherapist with current APC
• Demonstrate an understanding of the significance of and obligations under Te Tiriti o Waitangi, including how to apply Te Tiriti principles in a meaningful way in your role

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Courtney Bell at [e-mail]