Rotational Physiotherapist

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora lakes
• A supportive, inclusive and diverse work environment
• 2 year Fixed Term Role to cover Parental Leave 

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 exciting opportunity has become available to work as a Physiotherapist in our Older Persons Rehabilitation Service to join our passionate and multi-disciplinary team at Rotorua Hospital. The role will include student and staff supervision.

 We are currently looking for a Physiotherapist that can support our team in a rotational position capacity at Health New Zealand/Te Whatu Ora Lakes Hospital. The role would be suitable to a candidate who is wishing to acquire experience in both in and outpatients. A full orientation process will be provided to assist the suitable candidate in this role. This role is suitable to both new graduate and experienced physiotherapists.

The team is collaborative and supportive of each other. We are a happy team and enjoy many of the outdoor pursuits that are on offer in our district.

About the Team/Service/ Location

Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides healthcare from its two modern and progressive general hospitals in Rotorua and Taupo, New Zealand. The Lakes district is well known for its many outdoor recreational activities such as mountain biking, skiing, and fishing. Family friendly beaches are also an hour’s drive away. The Lakes district has a growing multi-cultural community and is becoming the lifestyle destination of choice. Working at Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides a great opportunity to balance an amazing lifestyle with a rewarding professional experience in an excellent and supportive work environment.

About you 

You will have:

• Full New Zealand Physiotherapy Board registration
• Physiotherapy Society (PNZ)
• Full NZ driver's licence  

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. If you have any questions about the role, please contact our recruitment team at vacancy@lakesdhb.govt.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.

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