Physiotherapist
- Early Discharge and Rehabilitation Service (EDARS): Part time to Full
- Health New Zealand / Te Whatu Ora
- Waitematā
- Community Based Rehabilitation· Work in an Interdisciplinary TeamHealth 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 RoleAre you looking for a new and exciting challenge?We are looking for a Physiotherapist(s) to work in our Early Discharge and Rehabilitation Service (EDARS).
The service delivers individually prescribed rehabilitation to patients, based on their specific needs and goals via either intensive early supported discharge or less intensive community-based rehabilitation to adults in Waitematā.About the Team/Service/ LocationThis part time or full time (0.6
- 1.0 FTE) role(s) are based at the North Shore Community Allied Health offices in Takapuna or Waitakere Hospital.
You will need to be available on Tuesdays for our weekly IDT meeting at 0800 otherwise for part-timers, hours can be negotiated.
You will be working as part of an established interdisciplinary team providing best practice home based rehabilitation through a patient centred approach to adults of all ages.EDARS provides rehabilitation for adults with acute neurological conditions/surgeries, post-stroke, people with recent amputations, and reconditioning following medical-illness.Within this role you will receive Professional and Clinical Leadership development This will include:Support of your personal objectivesEducation to be able to provide staff with professional developmentLearning opportunities to foster service development and leading quality careTraining to provide professional supervision to staffNetworking with clinical leaders, seniors, and staff grades across the organisationRegular individual professional supervision for support and mentoringOpportunities to be involved in teaching and training for non-Allied Health staffOpportunities to implement and develop new patient care models and service development.Work perksFor more information on living and working on Auckland’s North Shore click hereAbout youAs a Physiotherapist you should have:New Zealand registered Physiotherapist with current APC3+ years relevant rehabilitation experienceTeaching and communication skills to work alongside staff to support and develop their clinical reasoning and autonomy.Exposure to service development and quality improvement projectsStrong problem solving skills, with the ability to show initiative and work autonomouslyEffective interpersonal skillsExcellent assessment and time management skillsIdeally experience working with patients with neurological and/or rehabilitation needsDriver’s license is essentialPlease click here for position descriptionWorking at Health New ZealandHealth 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.How to ApplyTo apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal by 9/7/2025.
If you have any questions about the role, please contact Jen Hewson EDARS Clinical Team Leader: Jennifer.hewson@waitematadhb.govt.nz or Julia Gundy Allied Health Team Manager: Julia.gundy@waitematadhb.govt.nzFor recruitment specific questions please contact Nisha Karipoth, Recruitment Consultant: Nisha.Karipoth@waitematadhb.govt.nzWe will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.