Rotational Physiotherapist – Acute

SibsmaJobs; Whakatāne; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Flexible working practices

Subsidised hospital gym membership

Free onsite staff parking

Discounts with local businesses

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is seeking a rotational physiotherapist to join their acute and rehab inpatient services at Whakatāne Hospital. You will work within a multidisciplinary team, addressing a variety of patient needs including orthopaedic and neurological conditions.

This role offers competitive remuneration and the chance to contribute to improving health outcomes in Aotearoa. We encourage applicants from diverse communities, ensuring a supportive and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• New Zealand Registration and current Annual Practicing Certificate from the Physiotherapy Board.
• Ability to manage time effectively.
• Good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Work within acute and rehab inpatient services at Whakatāne Hospital.
• Assess and rehabilitate patients with various medical conditions.
• Participate in a roster covering weekends and holidays.

Skills

Time management

Good communication skills

Flexibility

Enthusiasm

Education

New Zealand Registration and current Annual Practicing Certificate

Job description

Job Details

Reference: 005004308
Location: Whakatane
Work Type: Temporary Full Time
FTE: 1
Closing Date: 11/08/2024

Work and play in the sunny Eastern Bay of Plenty

Professional development and support + Wellbeing programme

Join Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora at a key time of change where you will meaningfully contribute to our kaupapa of creating a more equitable, accessible, cohesive and people-centred health system. This is mahi that will improve the health and well-being of everyone in Aotearoa, and we've got an opportunity for you to be part of it.

We are looking for a rotational physiotherapist to work within our acute and rehab inpatient services at Whakatāne Hospital. You will be working as part of an established inter-disciplinary team covering an array of conditions, including patients with orthopaedic, neurological and general medical conditions who require assessment and rehabilitation and often also have complex social and discharge planning needs. You will be joining an organisation that is forward thinking, innovative and values your contributions. You will also participate on a roster that provides cover on weekend and statutory holidays.

Please click here for more information on Whakatane and what it has to offer.

Boasting some of the most sunlight hours in New Zealand, Whakatāne offers award winning beaches for both surf and fun. Be still and listen to the native bird chorus in our bush‑clad walkways, plus swim in the cleanest freshwater lakes around. Come join our team who are already enjoying a uniquely rewarding lifestyle outside of the main cities. Whakatāne is small but mighty, featuring all the things you need whilst remaining within easy travel to Tauranga and Rotorua for that little bit extra.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty is spread across a vast geographical area and centred across two hospitals based in Tauranga and Whakatāne. We serve a population of approximately 308,000 for the major population centres of Tauranga, Katikati, Te Puke, Whakatāne, Kawerau and Ōpōtiki. Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty is one of the Bay of Plenty’s largest employers with over 4500 staff.

• Competitive remuneration
• Flexible working practices (e.g. we support work life balance and flexible work arrangements whenever possible)
• Highly rewarding role and opportunity to make a difference!
• Be a valued member of a multidisciplinary team
• Subsidised hospital gym membership & wellbeing programme
• Free onsite staff parking
• Discounts (with local businesses)

Our name, Te Whatu Ora, means ‘the weaving of wellness'. Whatu is the combining together of people, resources, organisations, thoughts and actions for the betterment and wellbeing of all. Whatu is also a direct reference to the pupil of the eye, and the vision required of the new entity and system.

At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora we acknowledge and respect our people's diversity and spiritual needs, ensuring a safe workplace that is a whānau orientated and supportive environment. We are working towards a system that better meets the complex demands of a growing population, addresses the persistent inequalities experienced by Māori and ensures greater access, experience and outcomes for those traditionally not well served by the system – Māori, Pacific and Disabled People.

When you join us, you become part of transforming the health system. This is a once in a life-time change, that will touch the lives of everyone in Aotearoa, and future generations. We want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of our life, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whānau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter.

We particularly welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

We are looking for a person with New Zealand Registration and current Annual Practicing Certificate from the Physiotherapy Board of New Zealand

Our preferred candidate will have:

• Ability to manage your time effectively
• Good communication skills
• Prioritising and responding to needs accordingly
• Be able to ask for support as you need it
• Flexibility and enthusiasm

Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to Apply

You can view the position description below and to apply for the role please click “APPLY NOW.”

For tracking and reporting purposes, all applications must be submitted through our online career’s portal. For additional information or to arrange a confidential chat, contact Kylie Wilson, Acute Allied Health Leader via email [e-mail].

Please review the Allied Health and Technical PSA MECA for employment terms and conditions.

Children’s Act 2014

Due to this position having contact with children and Te Whatu Ora Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty commitment to child protection, you will be subject to ‘safety checks’ under the Children’s Act at the time of hire and thereafter as per the relevant legislation.