Our Organisation
Te Pae Hauora o Ruahine o Tararua MidCentral (MidCentral) is part of Te Whatu Ora, Health New Zealand and provides healthcare services to over 180,000 people across the Manawatu, Horowhenua and Tararua regions.
With a large hospital campus in Palmerston North, it also provides key health care and support services to neighbouring communities.
The Opportunity
MidCentral is looking for an experienced physiotherapist to work in the Older Person Assessment Liaison (OPAL) Unit. This position is permanent, full-time and will be based at the Palmerston North Hospital.
The OPAL Unit is an inpatient ward for older persons with frailty. Its purpose is to assess and treat issues that are causing frailty, to return people to their homes as soon as possible and put plans in place to continue their improvements in health once home.
In this role, you will be working in a transdisciplinary team consisting of geriatricians, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, social workers, NASC, nurses and allied health assistants. This unit will link with the OPAL community team.
We are looking for a physiotherapist who:
Enjoys teamwork
Has good time management
Possesses leadership skills
Is flexible and can adapt to change easily
Is an excellent communicator, both written and oral
Two years of experience is preferable but not essential. A current APC is however essential.
Come and join us
Employing over 2500 people, MidCentral offers a supportive work environment that accepts and values all employees. We actively seek Maori kaimahi into our workforce and provide an environment which delivers our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
MidCentral region offers an excellent lifestyle for families with scenic spots for hiking and mountain-biking, great schools, and tertiary institutions. With the mountains, city, and sea at your doorstep, you'll get to taste the best of both worlds: the perfect blend of rural and city living.
Benefits
An encouraging learning environment where you will continue to grow and be challenged
A professional and supportive culture and team setting
Fulfilling and challenging work with great lifestyle options
Tailored wellness programmes
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