Physiotherapist

About the Company Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare to all New Zealanders. We are committed to upholding the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, ensuring our health system is equitable and serves the diverse communities of New Zealand. We prioritize teamwork and collaboration, placing the patient at the center of everything we do. About the Role We are currently seeking an experienced New Zealand Registered Physiotherapist to join our Older People's Health wards (Mana Awhi) at Auckland City Hospital. This is a permanent, full-time position (1.0 FTE, 40 hours per week) that offers a valuable opportunity for an experienced physiotherapist interested in enhancing their skills in rehabilitation and clinical leadership. In this role, you will implement evidence-based practices and contribute to service development. You will also be responsible for motivating, guiding, and developing junior staff and physiotherapy students while advancing clinical practices within rehabilitation and frailty. Your duties will include: - Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive geriatric assessments and rehabilitation for patients aged 65 and older, addressing various diagnoses such as amputations, orthopedic fractures, elective surgeries, neurological conditions, and falls prevention. - Supporting equitable health outcomes by incorporating processes that reduce health disparities. - Participating in our weekend and on-call roster. About the Team/Service/Location Our team consists of passionate and supportive physiotherapists committed to improving the health and quality of life of the communities we serve. With a total of 91.2 FTE, our team operates across both inpatient and outpatient settings. For more information on living and working in Auckland, please click here. About You The ideal candidate for this role will possess the following skills and attributes: - Current registration as a Physiotherapist in New Zealand with an active Annual Practicing Certificate. - A minimum of three years of post-graduate experience, including clinical experience in older persons' health. - A flexible, proactive, and can-do attitude. - Strong clinical reasoning skills and the ability to utilize evidence-informed practices. - Proven experience in developing working relationships within a multidisciplinary team. - Effective time management, prioritization, and organizational skills. - An understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and the ability to provide culturally safe care. For more details, please view the position description. If you have any questions about this role, please reach out to Erin van Bysterveldt, Clinical Lead Physiotherapy - Clinical Support, at erin.vanbysterveldt@tewhatuora.govt.nz. Working at Health New Zealand At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we embrace diversity and inclusivity within our workforce to better understand and serve our community. We encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds, including Māori, Pacific peoples, disabled, and rainbow communities. How to Apply The application deadline is Tuesday, July 15th, at 11:59 PM New Zealand Standard Time. To apply, please click on the 'Apply' tab below and submit your application online, including your updated CV and cover letter. For additional details about our recruitment process, please click here. If you have any accessibility concerns or technical issues with the online application process, please contact Vaidehi Sharma, Recruitment Consultant, at Vaidehi.sharma@tewhatuora.govt.nz, quoting reference #AUC20119 to discuss how we can assist with your application. To explore the largest health sector job board in New Zealand, please visit http://www.kiwihealthjobs.com.