Physiotherapist | Community Rehabilitation Enablement Support-PC3223572

Physiotherapist | Community Rehabilitation Enablement Support-PC3223572 Part-time, fixed term parental leave cover (0.8FTE) 32 hours a week working in a supportive and experienced team of healthcare professionals, through to June 2025. Bring your passion for people and utilise your clinical skills to improve the health outcomes of our community! Relevant Physiotherapy Qualification required. Mō te tūnga | About the role The Community Rehabilitation Enablement Support Team (CREST) is at the forefront of community-based healthcare, working with clients to optimise safety and independent functioning in their own homes. As a Physiotherapist in CREST you will be required to look at clients holistically but focus on the details to meet their safety and rehabilitation needs at home. We have a fixed term, part-time parental leave (0.8FTE) opportunity through to June 2025 for a NZ Registered Physiotherapist. Currently we work Monday – Friday. The days required for this position are to be negotiated. Responsibilities Undertaking physiotherapy assessments and developing and implementing intervention and treatment plans in conjunction with the client and whānau; Managing and prioritising a busy caseload; Carrying out assessments and treatments plans in a holistic manner with a view to possible referral to other disciplines and support agencies; Ensuring timely assessment of patient needs on discharge to ensure optimum support is provided as they return to their homes. Skills and Experience The ability to hit the ground running with the energy and passion to deliver a high standard of care to patients; Flexibility and adaptability to work as a member of an inter-disciplinary team; Enthusiasm for knowledge sharing across and beyond your discipline; The ability to establish an early rapport with patients and families, and interact with a wide range of people from varying backgrounds; As this is a community position and travel is required, a full NZ Driver’s licence is essential; Demonstrated specialty area experience and professional development is preferable. Benefits When you work at Health New Zealand, you are part of a wider whānau that will support you along your career journey. We offer great professional development and learning opportunities for all staff. We are always improving our facilities across all campuses and have access to amazing kaimahi/staff discounts from select retailers, restaurants and businesses. Apply Now Only applications submitted via our career site will be accepted. For additional information about this role please contact Alex Jay, Recruitment Partner on [email protected]. #J-18808-Ljbffr