Physiotherapist (Neuro Outpatients And Community)

About the role We are looking for a motivated and dynamic Physiotherapist with a keen interest in supporting people to live their best lives in both community and outpatient settings. This role offers the opportunity to develop skills across neuro outpatient rehabilitation, support wellness for older people, falls prevention, vestibular assessment and treatment, and rehabilitation under ACC Training for Independence contracts. About our team The ORA Community Services team works with individuals experiencing acquired neurological, long‑term, or age‑related conditions, including stroke, dementia, frailty, and post‑trauma conditions. The multidisciplinary team includes Occupational Therapists, Speech‑Language Therapists, Social Workers, Dietitians, Liaison Nurses, Allied Health Assistants, and has close links with Nurse Practitioners, Geriatricians, and a Rehabilitation Physician. Three community teams are geographically located in Wellington, Porirua, and Kapiti. Qualifications & Requirements New Zealand Registered Physiotherapist with a current APC and annual practising certificate. Current registration with the Physiotherapy Board of New Zealand. Full driver’s licence. Working visa or New Zealand residency as appropriate. Clear understanding of the health needs of Māori and Pacific Island communities. Demonstrates ability to build rapport with patients and whānau from all backgrounds. Experience in working with acquired health conditions; vestibular experience will be beneficial. Job Responsibilities As a Physiotherapist on the team, you will work independently and collaboratively to support and enable patients to live their best lives. Your responsibilities include: Providing goal‑focused rehabilitation to patients of all adult ages. Assessing and treating mobility, balance, and vestibular impairments. Developing and facilitating fall‑prevention strategies and self‑management plans. Providing equipment solutions and compensatory strategies. Participating in interdisciplinary case discussions and care planning. Contributing to continuous professional development and offering formal supervision to colleagues where appropriate. Professional Development The organisation offers ongoing professional development opportunities, including an in‑service programme, team training, special interest groups, and formal supervision, with cultural professional supervision available from Māori and Pacific Health teams. Equal Employment Opportunity We welcome applications from people of all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, disabilities, and religions. A diverse and inclusive workforce enables us to better understand and serve our community. #J-18808-Ljbffr