Advanced Clinician - Physiotherapy Rheumatology

About the Company Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is committed to providing exceptional healthcare services to all New Zealanders. We operate on the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, ensuring that our health system is inclusive and responsive to the needs of diverse communities. Our team is dedicated to fostering an environment that supports professional growth and collaboration. About the Role We are seeking an experienced and skilled physiotherapist to join our Older Persons Physiotherapy Team as an Advanced Practitioner Physiotherapist in Rheumatology. This part-time position (0.625 FTE, 25 hours per week) is based at Burwood Hospital and will allow you to provide leadership, education, and clinical excellence to patients diagnosed with various rheumatological conditions. In this role, you will deliver expert physiotherapy services, supporting patients throughout their journey from diagnostic assessment clinics to rehabilitation and onward referrals to community services. You will work within a multidisciplinary team, emphasizing clinical autonomy, strong decision-making, and holistic, patient-centered care. Key responsibilities include developing advanced assessment and diagnostic skills for patients with rheumatological diseases, ensuring a high-quality clinical service, collaborating with leadership and multidisciplinary colleagues to implement service improvements, and mentoring junior staff. About You The ideal candidate will be a passionate and experienced physiotherapist who thrives in a dynamic, patient-focused environment. You will possess a strong foundation in musculoskeletal and rheumatology care, along with advanced clinical reasoning and diagnostic skills. To succeed in this role, you should demonstrate the following: - A minimum of 5 years' experience post-qualification, with a strong interest in Rheumatology - Previous experience in a musculoskeletal setting; advanced skills in Rheumatology are preferred but not mandatory - Knowledge of local, national, and international health systems is highly desirable - Experience in training and supervising staff, with the ability to foster team development both collectively and individually - Competency in te ao Māori, tikanga, and te reo Māori, or a commitment to initiating your learning journey in these areas - An interest in quality and service provision - Registration with the Physiotherapy Board of NZ and a current Annual Practicing Certificate (APC) is essential Benefits Working with Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora offers the opportunity to be part of a diverse and inclusive workforce dedicated to delivering excellent healthcare. We encourage applications from individuals in our Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. How to Apply If you are interested in this opportunity, please click 'apply now.' All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by January 11th. For any questions about the role, please contact Alex Jay at alexandra.jay@tewhatuora.govt.nz.