Rehabilitation Physiotherapist

Health New Zealand | Bay of Plenty; Whakatāne; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in New Zealand is seeking a Rehabilitation Physiotherapist to join their team in Whakatāne. This full-time role involves providing rehabilitation support to inpatient and outpatient clients, mentoring junior staff, and working in a collaborative multidisciplinary environment. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of experience and a tertiary qualification in Physiotherapy. Applications close on 17 October 2025.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ post-graduate experience as a Physiotherapist.
• Current Annual Practicing Certificate (or eligible to obtain by start date).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Work across inpatient and outpatient services supporting various rehabilitation clients.
• Mentor a rotational physiotherapist.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team focused on empowering client recovery.

Skills

Evidence-based care

Mentoring junior staff

Connecting with clients

Education

Tertiary qualification in Physiotherapy

Job description

Te Koru Rehabilitation Department

• Live and work in Whakatāne – a close-knit community with a stunning coastline and heart
• Full-time position – 1.0 FTE
• A great opportunity to grow advanced rehab and leadership skills in a supportive Allied Health Team

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About The Role

Step into a role that balances clinical complexity with community connection. As our next Rehabilitation Physiotherapist, you will work across both inpatient and outpatient services supporting neurological, amputee, vestibular, orthopaedic, and general rehabilitation clients. You will also contribute to a well-established, collaborative team that includes Allied Health professionals, Allied Health Assistants, medical and nursing teams – all focused on empowering client recovery journeys.

This role will also have the chance to mentor a rotational physiotherapist, further strengthening your leadership and coaching skills. Supported by the wider Te Koru Rehabilitation Team, the Allied Health Acute Services Team Lead, and the Physiotherapy Professional Lead, this offers the perfect environment to grow both clinically and professionally.

About the Team/Service/ Location

The Te Koru Rehabilitation Department is home to a passionate multidisciplinary team including SLTs, podiatrist, occupational therapists, dietitians, pelvic health and hand therapists, community and outpatient physiotherapists, and inpatient acute services. This diverse mix ensures a rich, collegial environment where your mahi is always supported and valued.

About You

You are a motivated, experienced physiotherapist who thrives in a multidisciplinary environment and is committed to evidence-based care. You enjoy supporting others, are confident mentoring junior staff, and see Te Tiriti o Waitangi as a guiding principle, not just a document. Your ability to connect with whānau and clients, along with your calm, proactive approach, will see you succeed in this vital role.

What You Will Bring

• Tertiary qualification in Physiotherapy
• Current Annual Practicing Certificate (or eligible to obtain by start date)
• Minimum 5 years’ post-graduate experience as a Physiotherapist
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Experience mentoring students or early-career physiotherapists

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 Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

To view the position description and/or apply for the role please click apply now. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59pm on 17 October 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact [e-mail]

Please note, we will be reviewing applications when received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.