Physiotherapist Outpatients (0.8 FTE)

Physiotherapist, Nelson Hospital, Permanent Part-time

• Come and join our positive, friendly and supportive Physiotherapy team and apply your Physiotherapy skills to make a real difference to people’s lives
• Experience the work -life balance of a part time role in beautiful Nelson.

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

As a Physiotherapist, you will be based at Nelson Hospital working within the outpatient physiotherapy team providing care for clients with a wide range of conditions.

You will be working as part of a multi-disciplinary team providing quality assessment and goal orientated interventions, through a patient-centred approach. This role requires you to be adaptable to change, resourceful and flexible to service needs.

This role would be suitable for someone with post graduate experience of at least 3 years.

This is a permanent part-time role working 64 hours per fortnight (0.8 FTE), Monday to Friday between the hours of 6.00AM to 8.00PM. There will be an expectation you contribute to a physiotherapy roster in the weekends.

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.

Please view the position description for more information.

About the Team/Service/ Location

Nelson Physiotherapy Services are renowned for its 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 patients.

For more information on living and working in Nelson click here

About you

We are looking for a clinician who has a genuine passion for working with clients and being part of a dynamic and supportive Physiotherapy team. 

As a Physiotherapist, you will be or have:

• NZ Registered Physiotherapist with comprehensive clinical assessment and problem solving skills with the experience and ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively;
• Excellent communication skills to liaise with health professionals and health agencies;
• A strong foundation in evidence-based practice, a collaborative mindset, and a commitment to delivering compassionate, patient-centred care;
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in New Zealand or hold a valid NZ work visa at the time of applying.

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 23 August 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact

Sonja Rae (Recruitment) at sonja.rae@tewhatuora.govt.nz OR

Deidre Crichton (Team Leader Physiotherapy) at Deidre.Crichton@nmdhb.govt.nz .

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.

Job ref: R1N26-218

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