Physiotherapist - Thames

About the Company At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we are dedicated to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and are committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders. Our Thames Hospital is a vital part of our network, and we are currently seeking a skilled physiotherapist to join our team. About the Role We have an exciting opportunity for a physiotherapist to become a part of our Thames-based physiotherapy team. This role is fixed-term to cover parental leave until October 2026 and is offered on a part-time basis at 0.8 FTE, which equates to 64 hours per fortnight. As a member of our team, you will be responsible for delivering physiotherapy services to inpatients, outpatients, and members of the community. This position is ideal for a self-motivated physiotherapist who can work independently and is eager to advance their career within a supportive and enthusiastic team environment. We are looking for someone who is adaptable, resourceful, and genuinely passionate about working with patients and their whanau on their health journey. About the Team/Service Our Physiotherapy service is comprised of approximately 90 staff, including physiotherapists, assistants, and administrators, who work across a large geographical area within Te Whatu Ora, Waikato. We have team members based at Waikato Hospital, our secondary hospital in Thames, three rural hospitals in Tokoroa, Te Kuiti, and Taumarunui, as well as various community locations, including Morrinsville, Matamata, Cambridge, and Ngaruawahia. Our vision is to provide high-quality physiotherapy care that promotes, encourages, and enables health, wellbeing, and independence for our patients and their whanau. We are committed to ensuring excellence in care, supporting and training our staff, maintaining evidence-based practices, and ensuring our services are equitable, efficient, and effective to meet the needs of our patients and their families. We take pride in fostering a friendly and supportive team environment where staff can grow and develop. About You To be successful in this role, you will need to hold a current New Zealand physiotherapy registration and an annual practising certificate. A valid full New Zealand driver's license is also required. We are looking for someone who can work autonomously while also collaborating effectively as part of the physiotherapy and wider multi-disciplinary team in a variety of settings. Excellent communication skills are essential for liaising with patients, their whanau, and other healthcare professionals. How to Apply If you are interested in applying for this role, please click 'Apply online' or visit our Waikato Careers website for further details. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59 pm on 2 July 2025. Should you have any questions about the role, please do not hesitate to contact Elisa Travailleur at elisa.travailleur@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz. We encourage you to submit your application early, as we will review applications as they are received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date.