Physiotherapist - Rotational

Physiotherapist – Rotational

Allied Health Unit, Dunedin Hospital

• Permanent, Full time (1.0 FTE), 40 hours per week

Mō te tūranga | About the role

We now have an exciting opportunity for a new or recent New Zealand graduate physiotherapist to join our in our rotational programme at Dunedin Hospital.

The rotational programme at Dunedin Hospital comprises six-monthly rotations across all areas of acute inpatient services (including medical and acute stroke, respiratory, surgical, critical care, orthopaedics, emergency department, medical assessment unit and paediatrics), rehabilitation (inpatient and community), outpatients and community physiotherapy. The rotation changes are in February and August however you can start anytime.

Please note this role requires you to participate in weekend and on-call rosters. In some rotations you are required to participate in weekend rotation program where you are rostered cover weekend shifts.

Mōu ake | About you

We are seeking hardworking, enthusiastic, and self-directed learners who are keen grow their knowledge and skills across a range of clinical areas offered at Dunedin Hospital, to join our team.  We prefer candidates who will be open to be placed in any rotation within Health New Zealand Southern. This position will be suitable for physiotherapist with up to 3 years’ experience.  

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic team-player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. A proactive approach towards learning is essential. You will have the drive to develop quality services in collaboration with others while working alongside a committed inter-professional team of health professionals.

You will be keen to develop skills to work autonomously in a variety of settings listed above which include respiratory wards, and intensive/critical/high-dependency care.  

You will be proficient at managing and prioritising your own learning goals and professional development plan for each rotation.

You will need to be adaptable and flexible allowing you to work effectively with your clients and within a changing health environment. 

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Painga | Benefits

• A wide variety of rotation placement.
• Supportive team environment.
• Working alongside highly experienced and supportive staff.
• Regular in-service and new graduate programme.
• Beautiful coastlines and a family-friendly community.

• Subsidised gym membership and discounted health insurance.
• Access to staff fitness facilities and banking offers.
• Access to a range of retail discounts and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).

Mō mātou | About us

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora - Southern has the largest geographical coverage of all the New Zealand regions, providing services to 350,000 people in diverse communities. The Southern district offers the benefits of excellent amenities, first class primary through to tertiary education, affordable housing, and outstanding recreational opportunities. Whether it’s surfing, kayaking, or sailing; skiing, hunting, or fishing; theatre, live-music, or art – there’s literally something for everyone.

Utu whānui |Salary range

This role belongs to the PSA Allied, Public Health Scientific and Technical Collective Agreement and falls between the Step 1 ($74,842 ) and Step 3 (86,045) p.a pro-rata 

Rā mōnehu |Closing Date:  24 May 2024

Due to the fast-paced nature of what we do, our vacancy close dates may be subject to change. Don’t delay, make sure you apply as soon as possible.

Tono ināianei | Apply now

We only accept online applications. Please apply via our website: https://careers.southernhealth.nz/

For further information please contact Katie Procter katie.procter@southerndhb.govt.nz

If you currently work for Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora- Southern , please apply for this role via our internal careers site, found here:  Pulse > Applications > Corporate > SuccessFactors

Pre-Employment checks

In the interests of protecting our people and our patients, all appointments will be subject to:

• Occupational Health Assessment
• Police Vetting / Ministry of Justice safety checks
• Serious misconduct checks (previous Public Service departments and statutory Crown entities only)