Physiotherapist - NZDF

APM New Zealand; Palmerston North; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A health services provider in New Zealand is seeking an experienced Physiotherapist to join their dedicated team. The successful candidate will assess and treat a variety of injuries, develop rehabilitation programs, and work alongside military personnel to optimize performance. Candidates must have relevant qualifications and at least 2 years of clinical experience required. This is a full-time position offering a chance to make a genuine difference in people's lives.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualifications, professional registration, and valid practicing certificate.
• Current NZ driver licence.
• Experience in MSK.
• Minimum of 2 years clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat a variety of injuries including concussion, pre- and post-surgery, non-ACC conditions, respiratory, burns, pelvic health.
• Develop rehabilitation and injury prevention programs.
• Work alongside military medical and training teams.
• Support performance optimization and resilience.
• Work with elite, driven individuals.

Job description

Overview

Exciting Opportunity with the NZ Defence Force. We\u2019re on the hunt for an experienced Physiotherapist to join our passionate and dedicated team. This is your chance to work with the NZ Defence Force through APM, helping high-performing individuals from cadets/recruits to experienced military staff achieve their goals.

Join an organisation that prioritises YOU! At APM, we believe in recognising our staff for the amazing work that they do. Be part of a vibrant team culture that supports and empowers each other every day.

Empowering Better Lives - It\u2019s What We Do. At APM, our purpose is simple yet profound - to enable better lives every single day. As a dynamic team of allied health superstars, we are fiercely committed to excellence and delivering culturally responsive, quality services to our community. Guided by our Tikanga Maori values of Manaakitanga, Kotahitanga, Wairuatanga, Wh\u02bbanaungatanga, and Rangatiratanga, we make a genuine difference.

What You'll Do

• Assess and treat a variety of injuries including concussion, pre- and post-surgery, non-ACC conditions, respiratory, burns, pelvic health
• Develop rehabilitation and injury prevention programs
• Work alongside military medical and training teams
• Support performance optimization and resilience
• Work with elite, driven individuals

Your background

• Relevant qualifications, professional registration, and valid practicing certificate
• Current NZ driver licence
• Experience in MSK
• Minimum of 2 years clinical experience preferred 0 1

Please note We are only considering applicants who are NZ citizens or have lived in Australia, Canada, United Kingdom, United States of America or New Zealand continuously for the last 5 years for NZDF clearances.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Health and Human Services