Physiotherapist, Matamata

Job Description - Physiotherapist (TEK00100) Physiotherapist Job Number TEK00100 Where you’ll be working: Physiotherapy Department, Te Kuiti Hospital The details: Fixed term till January 2026, part time, 0.6 FTE (48 hours per fortnight) Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.About the Role An opportunity has arisen for a physiotherapist to join our Te Kuiti physiotherapy team, which covers inpatients, outpatients, and community services. This position is ideal for a physiotherapist eager to advance their career with the support of a close-knit team. The role requires a self-motivated individual capable of working independently to deliver services to patients. The successful applicant should be adaptable, resourceful, flexible to service needs, and passionate about working with patients and their whānau on their health journey.Click here to view the position description. About the Service The Physiotherapy service employs approximately 90 staff, including physiotherapists, assistants, and administrators, operating across the extensive geographical area covered by Te Whatu Ora, Waikato. Staff are based at Waikato Hospital, Thames Hospital, rural hospitals in Tokoroa, Te Kuiti, and Taumarunui, as well as community bases in Morrinsville, Matamata, Cambridge, and Ngaruawahia.Our vision is to provide quality physiotherapy care that promotes health, wellbeing, and independence for patients and whānau in our communities. Our mission is to ensure patients receive excellent care, support and train staff to maintain evidence-based practice, and deliver equitable, efficient, and effective services tailored to the needs of our patients and whānau. We pride ourselves on being a friendly, supportive team eager to grow and develop our staff.About You NZ physiotherapy registration and a current annual practising certificate. Valid full New Zealand driver’s licence. The ability to work autonomously and collaboratively within the physiotherapy and wider multidisciplinary team across various environments. Excellent communication skills to effectively liaise with patients, whānau, and healthcare professionals.How to Apply Please click‘Apply online’ or apply via our Waikato Careers Website by clicking here . All applications must be submitted through our online portal before 11:59 pm on 13 May 2025 . If you have questions about the role, please contact Elisa Travailleur at .#J-18808-Ljbffr