Physiotherapist - Strokeat Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Waitaha Canterbury -

Christchurch Hospital, Full time permanent role (40 hours per week)Mixed inpatient and outpatient medical respiratory opportunityStep into a dynamic Physiotherapy role where your respiratory expertise can truly make a differenceHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in theprinciples of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health systemthat serves all New Zealanders.About the RoleWe are lookingfor a compassionate and motivated Physiotherapist to join the team on Ward A8,which provides acute care and early rehabilitation for patients with new strokeand a wide range of vascular conditions, including post-surgical vascularpatients and those with complex circulatory or limb'related presentations.In this role, you will play a key part in delivering early,evidence-based rehabilitation and mobility support, working closely with anexperienced multidisciplinary team.KeyResponsibilitiesComplete physiotherapy assessments and deliverearly rehabilitation for patients with new stroke Support mobility retraining and functionalrecoveryCollaborate with the MDT to support safe, timelydischarge planning Provide patient and whānau education to aidrecovery and promote self-management Participate in stroke and vascular care pathwaysand contribute to service developmentSupervise and mentor rotational physiotherapistsand final year physiotherapy studentsParticipate in peer review and supervisionstructureYou will be requiredto contribute to the weekend and on-call rosters.About the TeamThis role is part of the Christchurch Hospital Physiotherapyteam, with over 60 team members across a large range of specialities and morespecifically sits within the medicalspecialties and neurosciences cluster, a team ofapproximately 20 physiotherapists.

This supportive and development focusedcluster strives to bring the best out of each other to deliver the best patientcare.Why You'll Love This RoleA supportive and experienced physiotherapy teamwithin a highly regarded tertiary hospital Focused on professional development, in'servicetraining, and ongoing education Access to supervision, mentoring, and structuredsupport for developing clinicians A dynamic workplace where your contributiontruly mattersLive in a region offering an amazing lifestyleFor more information on living and working in Canterburyclick hereAbout youTo be successful in this role you will demonstrate the following: 3+ years' clinical experience, including experience in the medical respiratory setting ' inpatients and/or outpatientsAcute hospital inpatient experience New Zealand Registered physiotherapist with current APCDemonstrate an understanding of the significance of and obligations under Te Tiriti o Waitangi, including how to apply Te Tiriti principles in a meaningful way in your role.Working at Health New ZealandHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuringexcellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand.

If you have anyquestions about the role, please contact Alex Jay at Alexandra.jay@tewhatuora.govt.nzWe will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.