Physiotherapist - Rotational

About the Company At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we are committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders, guided by the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Our team is dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare services, and we are currently seeking a qualified professional to join us at Whakatane Hospital. About the Role We are looking for an energetic physiotherapist to join our dynamic team in acute and rehabilitation inpatient services. This full-time, permanent position involves rotating through various departments, including Medical, Surgical, Rehabilitation (including outpatient rehabilitation), Emergency Department, Acute Care Unit, Paediatrics, and Maternity wards. Additionally, you will participate in the on-call weekend roster. In this role, you will work as part of an interdisciplinary team, providing assessment, intervention, and discharge planning for a diverse range of patients, including those with orthopaedic, neurological, and general medical conditions. Our primary goal is to enable patients to thrive in their own environments by supporting a seamless transition from inpatient care to community settings. About the Team/Service/Location The Acute Physiotherapy service is part of the Te Koru Rehabilitation Department, which includes a variety of allied health professionals such as rehabilitation specialists, speech-language therapists, podiatrists, occupational therapists, dietitians, community therapists, outpatient physiotherapists, pelvic health therapists, and hand therapists. We offer a friendly and supportive team environment. Whakatane is a beautiful location with plenty of sunshine and outdoor activities. The hospital is conveniently situated just five minutes from scenic river and bush walks, and a short 15-minute drive from stunning beaches. Your workday can be customized between 7 am and 5 pm, allowing you to enjoy the natural beauty of the area before and after work. Known for having some of the highest sunshine hours in New Zealand, Whakatane boasts award-winning beaches perfect for surfing and recreation. Enjoy the serene sounds of native birds in our bush-clad walkways and swim in some of the cleanest freshwater lakes in the region. Whakatane offers a unique lifestyle while being within easy reach of Tauranga and Rotorua for additional amenities and activities. For more information about living and working in Whakatane, please visit our careers page. About You We are seeking a candidate with New Zealand Registration and a current Annual Practicing Certificate from the Physiotherapy Board of New Zealand. Our ideal candidate will possess the following qualities: - Strong time management skills - Effective communication abilities - A flexible and enthusiastic approach to work - The ability to prioritize and respond to varying needs Working at Health New Zealand At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we value a diverse and inclusive workforce, which allows us to better understand and serve the communities we operate in. We welcome applications from individuals across all backgrounds, including Māori, Pacific peoples, individuals with disabilities, and members of the rainbow community. How to Apply To apply for this position, please click "apply now." All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by July 22, 2025. If you have any questions regarding the role, feel free to reach out to Carole Vivian, Associate Director of Allied Health for the Eastern Bay of Plenty, via email at Carole.Vivian@bopdhb.govt.nz. We will review applications as they arrive and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advertisement.