Physiotherapist - Clinical Lead MSK Outpatients
Physiotherapist Clinical Lead Musculoskeletal Outpatients Taranaki
- Permanent Parttime 28 hrs/week
- Make a difference to health outcomes of Taranaki patients by providing excellent assessment and physiotherapy treatment
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
Physiotherapy Clinical Lead MSK Outpatients 0.7 FTE
We are seeking an experienced NZ Registered Physiotherapist who is keen to lead our physiotherapy MSK Outpatient team.
This role has a personal clinical caseload, as well as CL duties (see job description for further information)
This position clinically leads a group of 6 physiotherapists and shares leadership of 2 administration staff
This role may include rostered weekend work and on call if desired (after a period of training/orientating to relevant competencies)
Please click here to view the job description
About the Team/Service/ Location
This work occurs within the Physiotherapy department at Taranaki Base Hospital or Hawera hospital or can occur in community locations.
For more information on living and working in Taranaki click here
About you
You will need to have:
Current NZ Physiotherapy Annual Practising Certificate
Five years musculoskeletal experience
A passion for teaching and mentoring other physiotherapists and students
Problem solving approach
Excellent cultural knowledge practice Te Reo speaking is an advantage
Excellent communication skills to work with other staff and patients
Excellent computer skills
Desire for ongoing self-directed learning
Valid Drivers licence
Working visa/NZ residence (as appropriate)
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 Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
How to Apply
To apply please click apply now. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by Friday 29th of May 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact kate.shelver@tdhb.co.nz
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.