Join a dedicated and skilled team within the Physiotherapy services at Nelson Hospital
12 months fixed term 0.5FTE from early February 2025
40 hours a fortnight
Nga mohiohio e pa ana ki tenei mahi (About this position)
This fixed-term, part time role is an excellent opportunity for a Physiotherapist to provide support to our Outpatient services. Ideally you will have skills in pelvic health or neurological/medical rehabilitation. 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. Additionally, you will support a variety of outpatient cases, collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams to provide holistic and effective care.
Key Responsibilities:
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.
The working hours are negotiable between 6am-8pm Monday to Friday with on-call and weekend cover required if you have current acute care skills.
We are happy to consider candidates who can only work a portion of the advertised hours; please include these details in your cover letter.
The full-time equivalent salary range for this position is $77,087 to $107,600 (step 1-7) based on the PSA Allied Public Health and Technical Collective Agreement, dependent on skills and experience.
Ko wai he kaitono totika? (Who is an appropriate applicant?)
Nelson Hospital is renowned for its commitment to patient-centred care, and our team offers therapies to improve quality of life for those with complex needs. If you are passionate about making a difference in patients' lives and have the qualifications and experience required, we would love to hear from you.
We are seeking an ideal candidate who has:
New Zealand Registration, with a current practising certificate.
Demonstrated experience in pelvic health or neuro/medical outpatient 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.
The successful candidate must be eligible to work in New Zealand or hold a valid NZ visa at the time of applying.
A matou ropu (About our team)
Health New Zealand, Nelson Marlborough has approximately 3000 employees, providing health services in the Nelson, Tasman, and Marlborough regions, serving almost 150,000 people.
The Nelson Marlborough region, located at the summit of the South Island in Aotearoa, New Zealand, is spectacular. It is a great place to live for both work and leisure, offering all the luxuries and attractions one would desire.
Etahi atu mohiohio (More Information)
For general enquiries please contact our recruitment team on ******
For role specific information please contact Deidre Crichton - Team Leader Physiotherapy on ******
Click apply now or please follow the link to complete our online application form https://nmdhb.careercentre.net.nz. Applications via email will not be considered.
Ref: R3N24-036
Applications close: Open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so we encourage you to apply early.
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