Invercargill - Rotational Physiotherapistat Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Southern -
Allied Health Unit, Southland Hospital and Dunedin HospitalPermanent, full
- time role (1.0 FTE, 40 hours per week)Salary band: $77,087
- $82,856 p.a plus Kiwisaver and on-site employee gymNew or recent graduate physiotherapists encouraged to applyWork, learn and have fun!About the roleExciting and sought-after positions for new and recent-graduate physiotherapists in our rotational staff-training programme are now being recruited to for January 2026.Southland Hospital (Invercargill)The rotational programme at Southland Hospital comprises of six-monthly rotations in areas including:acute inpatient services (medical, surgical and orthopaedics)rehabilitation inpatients (AT&R)musculoskeletal and general outpatients (including hydrotherapy and groups)community.Dunedin HospitalThe 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 physiotherapy and community.The rotation changes are in February and August.Please note these roles 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 and also work 10 hour shifts.About youWe are seeking hardworking, enthusiastic and self-directed learners who are keen grow their knowledge and skills across a range of clinical areas offered within Te Whatu Ora Southern Hospitals to join our team.
We prefer candidates who will be open to be placed in any rotation and or work in either of our hospitals.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 professionalsbe keen to develop skills to work autonomously in a variety of settings listed above which include respiratory wards, and intensive/critical/high-dependency carebe proficient at managing and prioritising your own learning goals and professional development plan for each rotationneed to be adaptable and flexible allowing you to work effectively with your clients and within a changing health environment.View position description.Benefits include the following:A wide variety of rotation placementsA friendly and supportive team environmentWorking alongside highly experienced and supportive staffRegular in-service and new graduate programmeBeautiful coastlines and a family-friendly communitySubsidised gym membership and discounted health insuranceAccess to staff fitness facilities and banking offersAccess to a range of retail discounts and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)About usTe Whatu Ora
- Southern has the largest geographical coverage of all the New Zealand regions, providing services to 350,000 people in diverse communities.
Whether it's surfing, kayaking, or sailing, skiing, hunting, or fishing, theatre, live-music, or art
- there's literally something for everyone.How to applyTo apply please click 'apply now'.
All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal.
If you have any questions about the role, please contact Katie Procter katie.procter@southerndhb.govt.nzAs part of your application, please include the following:A CV and a cover letter including why Southern is the right place for you, and any preferences to Southland and/or Dunedin site employmentYour fourth-year Clinical Supervisor and Clinical Coordinator as one of your referees and confirm your permission for us to contact each of your refereesWe will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.We only accept online applications.
Please apply via our website.