Outpatient Physiotherapist, Physiotherapy 0.7 FTE (Parental Leave Cover)
Description
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
Te whiwhinga mahi | The Opportunity
Our dedicated, agile and supportive team are looking for a physiotherapist to help our service deliver optimum care to the Tairāwhiti community.
You will be joining our team as an outpatient physiotherapist. You will be providing physio assessments and treatment to the people of Tairāwhiti. In our regional centre you will experience a range of musculoskeletal and post-operative conditions. You will have a supportive and experienced team around you that share a vision of providing excellent physiotherapy care to the people of Tairāwhiti.
This outpatient physiotherapy position exists to meet the demands and complexities of caring for the people of Tairāwhiti.
The remuneration range for this role is $63,702 to $85,992 and is covered by the collective agreement: PSA Allied MECA Allied, Public Health & Technical
Position Description | Physiotherapist, Outpatients
Moū - About you
In order to be successful in this role you will need to:
- Hold current registration with the New Zealand Physiotherapy Board
- Have the ability to manage your time effectively
- Have good communication skills
- Have the ability to respond to need as it arises
- Be able to ask for support as you need it
If you have an interest in any of the following areas; pelvic health, oncology and lymphoedema, paediatrics and cardio-respiratory we would like to support you and encourage you in this. We can offer training and enable supervision from current staff with expertise in these areas.
Hours can be negotiable. If you would like more information regarding these opportunities, please contact Ana Naden, at ana.naden@tdh.org.nz
Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation
Situated on the eastern coast of New Zealand's North Island, Gisborne “Tairāwhiti” – “The light shines on the water” is the first city in the world to see the rising sun of the new day. Our region offers vast golden sand beaches, bush clad mountains, lush farmlands, with significant historical landmarks, natural wonders and a deep connection to Māori culture. We enjoy a pleasant climate, short commutes and a relaxed approach that creates a work-life offering that is enviable to most that are not yet here. Our lifestyle is about time.
Te Whatu Ora Tairāwhiti works to increase collaboration, strengthen leadership and accountability, and improve equity of access and outcomes across the health service. We’re shifting the emphasis towards primary and community care allowing more people to be cared for close to home, and take a greater role in their own health and wellbeing.
Our values form the acronym WAKA. They reflect our voyaging heritage, guiding us on our journey to create a healthier Tairāwhiti by working together.
Whakarangatira/enrich - Enriching the health of our community by doing our very best.
Awhi/support - Supporting our tūroro/patients their whānau/families, our community partners and each other.
Kotahitanga/togetherness - Together we can achieve more.
Aroha/compassion - Empathy, we care for people and people want to be cared for by us.
Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to Apply
To complete and application please use the “apply now” link provided which will redirect you through our online career's portal. For successful applicants our mandatory process includes police vetting and health screening.
Te Whatu Ora Tairāwhiti are committed to improving Māori health outcomes and achieving health equity for Māori through Te Tiriti o Waitangi obligations. We aspire to having a workforce reflective of the communities we serve and achieving equitable outcomes for all.
Immigration/Visa Support
Immigration NZ has introduced an Accredited Employer Work Visa scheme. For some positions this includes a clear pathway to residency. Successful candidates offered a position with us who require a work visa, will provide support with their Visa application. This booklet provides information on settling in Tūranganui-a-Kiwa.