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Posted 22 July, 2026

Rotational Physiotherapist

New Zealand Government
Auckland, AUK, NZ Full Time
Reference: 02fb2ebd2f8e4404

Job Description

About the Role We are seeking three dynamic and enthusiastic (Core 1 or Core 2) Rotational Physiotherapists to join our highly skilled and dedicated physiotherapy team at Health New Zealand / Te Whatu Ora Waitematā. These are three full‑time positions, and this programme gives you the opportunity to participate in a wide range of clinical settings to further develop your skills and competencies in physiotherapy assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, and discharge planning across North Shore, Waitakere Hospital, and Wilson Centre sites. Core 1 Rotational Positions (4 months) Acute medical Respiratory Acute surgical Acute trauma and elective orthopaedic Older Adult Assessment, Treatment & Rehabilitation (AT&R) Core 2 Rotational Positions (8 months) ED / ADU ICU / HDU Acute stroke unit Outpatients – MSK, Respiratory, Neuro, Vestibular Trauma Orthopaedics Neurological rehabilitation Early Supported Discharge and Rehabilitation Service (Community based rehabilitation) Paediatric rehabilitation at the Wilson Centre (the national paediatric rehabilitation provider) About You Professional Registration and be eligible for an Annual Practicing Certificate with the Physiotherapy Board of New Zealand Excellent clinical reasoning skills and use of evidence‑informed practice A flexible and pro‑active approach Effective time‑management, organisation and prioritisation skills Working at Health New Zealand Health New Zealand / Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for all New Zealanders and embraces a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. How to Apply All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by Monday 3rd August 2026. For questions about the role, please contact Alexandra Denning‑Kemp, Physiotherapy Clinical Lead (Alexandra.Denning‑[email protected]) or Nelmari Swanepoel, Physiotherapy Clinical Lead ([email protected]). For recruitment questions, please contact Lissa Crook, Recruitment Consultant ([email protected]). Job reference: WDHB21731. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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