Physiotherapist, Permanent

• Nelson Hospital, Nelson
• 0.45FTE (36 hours a fortnight)
• Permanent part-time

Health NZ is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we’re building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.

About the role

We are seeking a passionate and skilled Physiotherapist to join our dynamic Inpatient Physiotherapy Team at Nelson Hospital on a part-time basis. This role requires a proactive and flexible approach to meet the needs of a diverse patient population. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment, delivering physiotherapy services to patients with complex medical needs while being part of a supportive and professional team.

As part of our team, you will work in a collaborative setting, sharing expertise and resources to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients. You will play a key role in assessing, planning, and delivering individualised treatment programs. You will support a variety of inpatient cases, collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams to provide holistic and effective care, and you’ll have the chance to further your clinical expertise in acute and sub-acute care.

About the Team/Service/Location

Nelson Hospital offers a well-established and comprehensive physiotherapy service that supports inpatients and outpatients across various departments, including medical, surgical, orthopaedic, and rehabilitation wards. Our physiotherapy team is dedicated to delivering evidence-based, person-centred care with a strong emphasis on inter-professional collaboration. You will have opportunities to get access to a wider network of allied health professionals within the Nelson Marlborough region and ongoing professional development, including regular in-service training and access to mentorship.

About you:

The successful candidate will:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and deliver tailored treatments.
• Develop and implement individualised treatment plans focused on improving patients’ mobility, function, and quality of life.
• Educate patients 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.

Skills and experience

• New Zealand Registration, with a current practising certificate
• Demonstrated experience in acute care physiotherapy.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a compassionate approach to patient care.
• Competency with te ao Māori, tikanga, and te reo Māori or a commitment to starting your journey and taking ownership of your learning and growth.
• Experience in projects / initiatives which give effect to Te Tiriti principals and frameworks, and the application of Mātauranga Māori and Kaupapa Māori approaches, particularly as they apply in healthcare settings.

Working for Health New Zealand

Health NZ is ‘the weaving of wellnesses. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. The Equity Work Programme at Health NZ focuses on helping everyone in the health system think about equity when they do their work. It also promotes the cultural change needed for the whole system to reach equity in health outcomes. 

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations. 

Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion 

• We want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of our life, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whānau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter. 
• We particularly welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. 

How to apply

To view the position description and/or apply for the role please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online career’s portal before 11:59pm on Monday 13 January 2025.

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

For role specific information please contact Deidre Crichton – Team Leader Physiotherapy on Deidre.Crichton@nmdhb.govt.nz