Physiotherapist Whangarei

North Island - Northland; Whangarei; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora, North Island – Northland, Whangārei, is seeking a dedicated Physiotherapist to join the outpatient team. You will deliver safe, effective care with a person- and whānau-centred approach, pursuing independent mobility and wellbeing for patients.

In this permanent full-time position, you will work within a multidisciplinary setting, focusing on assessment, treatment and rehabilitation, while contributing to continuous improvement and clinical leadership within a

Qualifications

• Registration with the Physiotherapy Board of New Zealand and a current APC.
• Able to work autonomously and harmoniously with other health professionals.
• Clear, concise recording and reporting.
• Sound knowledge of physiotherapy theory and principles of practi ce.
• Demonstrated client-centred practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide physiotherapy to promote independence, safety and wellbeing for outpatients.
• Perform assessment, treatment and rehabilitation with direct patient care.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and professional leadership within the team.
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary environment to support meaningful health outcomes.

Skills

Autonomous practice

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Clinical documentation

Client-centred care

Education

Registration with Physiotherapy Board of New Zealand + APC

Job description

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North Island - Northland – Whangarei, North Island

• Physiotherapy Department, Whangarei Hospital
• Permanent full-time position, working 40 hours per week

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

You will provide physiotherapy which promotes independence, safety and wellbeing to the patients of Health New Zealand Te Tai Tokerau.

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Physiotherapist to join our outpatient team, delivering safe, effective, and innovative care that is person- and whānau-centred. Working within a multidisciplinary environment, you will spend the majority of your time providing direct patient care, supporting individuals to achieve meaningful health outcomes through assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, build strong collaborative partnerships, promote equity in healthcare delivery, and actively participate in professional and clinical leadership within a supportive team environment.

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About the Location

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About you

• Registration with the Physiotherapy Board of New Zealand and a current APC
• Able to work autonomously and harmoniously with other health professionals
• Clear, concise recording and reporting
• Sound knowledge of physiotherapy theory and principles of practise, able to assess clients needs and take appropriate action
• Demonstrated client-centred practice

Working at Health New Zealand

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.