Job Description - Rotational Physiotherapist (HAU02262)
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we're building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whanau-centred care, and excellence.
About the Role
About the Team/Service/ Location
Our dedicated, agile and supportive team are looking for a physiotherapist to help our service deliver optimum care to the Tairawhiti community.
You will be joining our team as a rotational physiotherapist and be providing physio assessments and treatment to the people of Tairawhiti. In our regional centre you will experience a range of conditions in inpatient, outpatient and community settings. You will have a supportive and experienced team around you that share a vision of providing excellent physiotherapy care to the people of Tairawhiti.
This position exists to meet the demands and complexities of caring for the people of Tairawhiti. We have a patient and whanau focused approach and acknowledge the complexities of care in a rural-based region with diverse cultural needs.
If you have a passion for helping rural communities or are developing your skill set this is a great opportunity for 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
Competency with te ao Maori, tikanga, and te reo Maori or a commitment to starting your journey and taking ownership of your learning and growth
Experience in projects/initiatives which give effect to Te Tiriti principles and frameworks, and the application of Matauranga Maori and Kaupapa Maori approaches, particularly as they apply in healthcare settings
Working for Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is 'the weaving of wellness'. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. The Equity Work Programme at Health NZ focuses on helping everyone in the health system think about equity when they do their work. It also promotes the cultural change needed for the whole system to reach equity in health outcomes.
Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations.
Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
We want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of our life, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whanau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter.
We particularly welcome applications from our diverse Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
How to Apply
To view the position description and/or apply for the role please click "apply now." All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal.
If you have any questions about the role, please contact Ana Naden ******
Please note, we will be reviewing applications when received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.
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