Community Physiotherapist

Health New Zealand/Te Whatu Ora - Whanganui

Permanent, part time 20 hours per week

Health NZ/Te Whatu Ora Whanganui is committed to increase the diversity of our workforce, and actively focus on employing and building a sustainable Māori workforce which supports our pro-equity commitment.

Ngā Uarātanga | Our Values

• Aroha - The value of love, respect and empathy, demonstrating compassionate and non-judgemental relationships.
• Kōtahitanga - The value of unity and vision sharing where we demonstrate trust and collaboration.
• Manaakitanga - The value of respect, support and caring where we demonstrate doing our very best for others.
• Tino Rangatiratanga - The value of self-determination where we empower individual/whānau choice.

Ko te kaupapa | About the role

We are looking for a motivated physiotherapist to join our dynamic and passionate physiotherapy team as a community physiotherapist.

The current role involves working closely with our community teams (occupational therapists, allied health assistants, geriatricians and Community Assessment & Rehabilitation Team (CART)) to support patients and their whanau to rehabilitate in both at home and in interim care at residential facilities.

Whanganui hospital's vision is “Thriving Communities” and we are looking to develop a more community focused physiotherapy service. Therefore, we are ideally looking for a forward-thinking physiotherapist with a passion for working the community using transdisciplinary practice in order to help fulfil this vision.

The physiotherapist will require strong clinical skills and be able to build strong relationships with their clients and whanau, other medical professionals, and community networks. This role may also involve supervision of students, rotational physiotherapists and therapy assistants.

Ko wai mātou | Who are we

Our vision is He Hāpori Ora - Thriving Communities, with our mission being 'to improve health and independence through a responsive and integrated health system'. We ensure health care places people and their whānau at the centre of everything we do with and for them. We support and empower individuals and whānau to determine their own wellbeing and are committed to working in authentic partnership with other health care providers, iwi, government, social and community agencies to build strong, resilient, connected people and whānau.

Whanganui is a great little progressive city with a friendly chilled vibe. Great café culture, schools and sporting opportunities with some of the best all year-round weather in the country. The rugged west coast beaches on your doorstep allow for all year surfing, fishing or just walking for miles. Skiing and hiking on mount Ruapehu just an hour up the road, Whanganui has all your bases covered for a family friendly lifestyle.

Whanganui's reputation for having some of the best value-for-money housing in New Zealand is another big-plus for many people settling in the city. With most suburbs only 15 minutes from the central business district or Whanganui Hospital residents don't have to compromise on location to make the most of their leisure time or afford a better property.

Check out www.discoverwhanganui.nz/visit/ to see what your new home could look like.

Ko koe tēnei | About you

Ideally you will hold the following attributes:

• Active Practicing Certificate with Physiotherapy Board of New Zealand
• Team player with good communication skills
• Have an understanding of other professional roles
• Physically fit and able to lift
• Motivated to maintain high level of knowledge and skill
• Cultural sensitivity

This position is ideal for any physiotherapists looking to support our community. This position provides an opportunity for new physiotherapist to work as part of a supportive integrative multi-disciplinary team as well as a more experienced physiotherapist to broaden their skill set into community transdisciplinary practice.

Me pēhea te tono | How to apply

Please read the attached position description for further information, otherwise you can contact the Recruitment Coordinator by emailing jobs@wdhb.org.nz or phoning +6463488911

Please ensure you correctly upload your CV and any other supporting documentation to your application before submitting it.

Rā Katinga | Applications close

Applications close: 19 August 2024 - EOD (or will close sooner once we have found a suitable candidate)

Vacancy: 07-COMP-5670

Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible and before the closing date -HNZ Whanganui will review applications received and interview suitable candidates following application. This vacancy will potentially close earlier than indicated if a suitable candidate has been identified