Community Physiotherapist, Permanent

• Bring your strong clinical skills to our friendly and supportive multi-disciplinary team in Nelson / Tasman community
• Permanent part-time, 0.6FTE (48 hours per fortnight)
• An excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic multi-disciplinary service focused on improving client outcomes.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

Community Allied Health Services is seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated physiotherapist to join our Allied Health team based in Richmond, Nelson.

As part of our team, you will work in a collaborative setting, sharing expertise and resources to deliver the best possible outcomes for our clients. You will play a key role in assessing, planning, delivering individualised treatment programs, and collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams to provide holistic and effective care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and deliver tailored treatments.
• Develop and implement individualised treatment plans focused on improving clients’ mobility, function, and quality of life.
• Educate clients and their families on managing symptoms, self-care techniques, and preventative practices.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team, including doctors, nurses, and other physiotherapists, to ensure cohesive care.
• Maintain up-to-date records and provide accurate documentation for continuity of care.

About the Team/Service/ Location

Community Allied Health Services are renowned for their commitment to patient-centred care, and our team offers therapies to improve quality of life for those with complex needs. We pride ourselves on being friendly and supportive, and you will be nurtured in your career through professional development opportunities. You will join a proactive team of physiotherapists providing the highest standard of care for our clients in the community.

If you’re passionate about making a difference in patients' lives and have the qualifications and experience required, we would love to hear from you.

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About you

To succeed in this role, you should have:

• NZ registration in Physiotherapy and a current practising certificate with the Physiotherapy Board of New Zealand.
• A strong foundation in evidence-based practice, a collaborative mindset, and a commitment to delivering compassionate, person-centred care.
• Experience in a hospital or community setting is preferred.
• Ability to work independently in a small team with a commitment to provide high standards of client care.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. 

How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal by Friday 28 March 2025. We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.

For general application enquiries please contact our recruitment team Athena.Nguyen@tewhatuora.govt.nz

For role specific information please contact Diane Scott – Community Team Leader Allied Health Services, Diane.Scott@nmdhb.govt.nz