Job Description
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
Physiotherapist - Permanent
0.5 – 0.6 FTE (20-24 hours per week)
National Child Rehabilitation Service (NCRS)
Wilson Centre
Te Whatu Ora - Waitematā
We are seeking a New Zealand registered Physiotherapist to work in an exciting and unique position within the National Child Rehabilitation Service (NCRS), based at the Wilson Centre. This is a permanent role working 20 - 24 hours per week (0.5 – 0.6 FTE), Monday – Wednesday.
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
NCRS offers a comprehensive whānau-centred rehabilitation service for tamariki and rangatahi (ages 0-16). We are the national tertiary service which provides inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation for tamariki and rangatahi with neurological, orthopaedic, spinal, complex pain and other medical conditions.
The team work together with tamariki and their whānau to develop a flexible programme tailored to meet their needs. The Physiotherapy role involves developing and delivering rehabilitation that focuses on supporting whānau centred goals. An interdisciplinary team (IDT) approach forms part of the service’s framework, so effective communication skills with key stakeholders, the IDT and whānau as well as the ability to collaborate with the necessary professionals nationally is vital in ensuring a successful rehabilitation process.
About the Team/Service/ Location
- Support of your personal and professional objectives
- On-going best practice initiatives
- Learning opportunities to foster service development and leading quality care
- Regular personal professional supervision for support and mentoring
- Weekly in-service training
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About you
· New Zealand registered Physiotherapist
· 2+ years of clinical experience; paediatric and/or rehabilitation experience is beneficial
· Experience working within an interdisciplinary team
· Have excellent clinical assessment and treatment skills
· Have excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
· Be organised and demonstrate strong time management
· Show flexibility and be able to work in a dynamic environment
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Working at Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
How to Apply
To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal by 4/5/2025.
If you have any questions about the role, please contact Allied Health Team Manager on: carolyn.davies@waitematadhb.govt.nz or Jane Hamer, Physiotherapy Clinical Leader Child Woman and Family on jane.hamer@waitematadhb.govt.nz
For recruitment specific questions please contact Nisha Karipoth, Recruitment Consultant: Nisha.Karipoth@waitematadhb.govt.nz
Job reference: WDHB19577
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.