Physiotherapist - Engage Community

Physiotherapist - Engage Community, Hawkes Bay Fallen Soldiers HospitalPermanent, Full time, 80 hours per fortnight (1 FTE) Be part of a service that values innovation, continuous improvement, equity and high quality care.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 We are seeking a highly motivated Physiotherapist to join the engAGE Community Allied Health Service based at either the Napier Health Centre and / or 303 Karamu Road Hastings. We welcome intermediate or new graduate applicants in to this role as our physiotherapy team is very experienced and able to provide the right support to someone about to enter or is new to the workforce or working in the community.You will provide safe, effective and culturally responsive assessment, intervention and rehabilitation for patients, clients and tangata whaiora with a wide range of conditions, including those with increasingly complex needs. You will carry your own caseload, undertake comprehensive assessments, develop individualised treatment plans, and work in partnership with patients and their whānau to achieve meaningful goals. You will also collaborate closely with interprofessional and multidisciplinary teams, contribute to discharge planning, complete risk assessments and provide coaching, education and guidance to support ongoing recovery and independence. The role includes opportunities to contribute to service improvement, professional development, clinical teaching and quality initiatives across the Allied Health Therapies service. About the Team/Service/ Location You’ll be part of the engAGE Community Allied Health Service, working alongside a dedicated team of physiotherapists, occupational therapists, social workers, speechlanguage therapists, allied health assistants, and professional leaders. The service supports people living in the community, including older adults, people recovering from illness, and those with longterm conditions. You’ll also work closely with Geriatricians, CNS Stroke, Radiology, Māori Health Services, and a wide network of community agencies, PHOs, general practice teams and Enable NZ providers. The team is collaborative, supportive and committed to providing high quality, equitable and whānaucentred care guided by Te Mauri o Rongo and Pae Ora principles. For more information on living and working in Hawkes Bay clickHERE About you You are a highly motivated new graduate with excellent final placement references, or someone still in the early years of developing their physiotherapy practice. You must have good time management skills, be an effective communicator both written and verbal, be an adaptable, reflective clinician with good clinical reasoning skills, and a genuine passion for improving health outcomes in the community. You will have: A New Zealand recognised Physiotherapy degree (Bachelor/Masters) Current New Zealand Annual Practising Certificate Strong assessment, planning and intervention skills Ability to motivate and support others Proficiency with Microsoft Office and confidence using digital systems A full NZ drivers licence Excellent time management, prioritisation and organisational skills Ability to move and transport essential physiotherapy equipment Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within IPP/MDT settings A commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, equity and culturally safe practice Desired:Membership of Physiotherapy NZ Enable accreditation Communitybased physiotherapy experience Advanced competencies in specific rehabilitation practices Understanding of local tikanga and ability to engage respectfully with Māori clients and whānau Working at Health New Zealand 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. We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert. 28th August 2026 #J-18808-Ljbffr