Nau mai, haere mai ki Te Whatu Ora Taranaki

Taranaki Whanui He Rohe Oranga - Taranaki Together, A Healthy Community

Te Kaupapa – Mission

Improving, promoting, protecting and caring for the health and wellbeing of the people of Taranaki.

We are looking for people that share our vision by providing the best care for our people and our community. We have a responsibility to see the whole picture, the whole community, in terms of health and to support everyone working in Taranaki to do the best job they can in a world of constant change.

 

Taranaki- A place like no other

Taranaki boasts some of New Zealand’s most iconic natural landscapes like Mt Taranaki and many adventure activities. The rugged and wild coastline is home to more than 12 world-class surf breaks. Taranaki is a place where you can ski and surf in the same day. For a more relaxing experience, there are many walks (bush, coastal or mountain) as well as  art trails, festivals and award-winning museums and galleries and a thriving café culture. Click here to read more information about Taranaki.

For further information on our international recruitment and what we offer Click here and find out how to make a difference somewhere different.

 

E pā ana ki a tatou - About us

At Te Whatu Ora Taranaki we are committed to recognising the value our people bring to our organisation within a supportive team of healthcare professionals that provide comprehensive care to our patients.

We believe having workforce that is diverse and inclusive, we are a pro-equity Health Organisation and this means that we will be better positioned to understand and serve our community.

When you choose to work with us, we will offer you:

·     A comprehensive orientation and induction to our organisation and your department

·     Access to clinical training and education

·     Up to date facilities, Have a look at

·     Project Maunga - our New Facilities currently under construction check this out on our website www.tdhb.org/maunga.shtml

·     Opportunities to participate on local project and regional collaboration teams

·     Professional development

 

Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role

Physiotherapist – Clinical Lead Inpatients (Acute)

We are seeking a Proficient Physiotherapist to work as a Clinical Lead to our Acute Inpatient team.

This position involves co ordinating the acute physio inpatient team; educating and mentoring staff; rostering; performance appraisals; ensuring staff competencies; assisting in cover to Professional Lead while also maintain a patient caseload.

This a full time position and also includes rostered weekend and oncall work

In this role you will work closely with Physio Clinical Leads of Rehab and Musculoskeletal Outpatients, Physiotherapy Professional Lead and Occupational Therapy Inpatient Lead as well as ward MDT’s.

Please click here to view the job description

Moū – About you

You will need to have:

·Current NZ Physiotherapy Annual Practising Certificate

·Valid work Visa for NZ

·Passionate and skilled in Cardiorespiratory and Inpatient work

·At least five years’ experience working in an Inpatient Hospital setting including ICU

·A passion for physio and desire to continue learning

·Problem solving approach

·Desire to progress to a fixed role with opportunity to develop your skills while working with a complex caseload

·Looking for a position with support and mentoring to develop your skill base in a more autonomous role

·Excellent cultural knowledge & practice

·Excellent communication skills to work with other staff and patients

·Excellent computer skills

·Desire for ongoing learning

·Working visa/NZ residence (as appropriate)

 

Do you share in our vision, our values and will ensure our patients feel supported and cared for throughout their journey with us?

 

We would love to hear from you! -Join us!

 

If you want to make an application click on "Apply Online" from within this page.

 

For further information, please contact Vicky Leeon Email: Vicky.lee@tdhb.org.nz

 

Applications Close 17 July 2024

 

Ma tini, ma mano, ka rapa te whai

By joining together, we will succeed