Physiotherapist - Palmerston North - #310133

TBI Health was created with a simple idea: to help people with pain, illness, or injury. TBI Health has come a long way since it began its journey in 2001, from 2016 we partnered with Southern Cross & together we are passionate about ensuring our clients get the right help, at the right time, to get them back on track & living meaningful lives.

We are known to offer an attractive work environment to support staff wellbeing and growth. Our current focus is to continue our work on introducing new services for our staff to become involved in and ultimately, help enhance their careers.

It is also important to TBI Health to continue having an equity focused workplace culture where staff feel supported, enriched, & valued. As a NZ owned company, we position ourselves as a Te Tiriti partner and have an ongoing commitment to health equity for Māori. Join us on this transformational journey of delivering tailored and quality healthcare service which meets the needs of our diverse Aotearoa.

About the Palmerston North team

The TBI Health Palmerston North team is a well-developed and experienced team of physiotherapists, occupational therapists, psychologists, hand therapists, exercise therapist, clinical pharmacist and nurse practitioner. We have built strong connections with pain specialists, MSK and orthopaedic specialists within the area who work closely with the team on a case-by-case basis. The team culture is fun and social. We love to have a good laugh together and work collaboratively.

There are some great staff success stories that originated from this clinic. Some of the current team members have the opportunity to contribute their expertise by taking on additional roles such as Contract Lead, Hauora Connect local champion, H&S Committee member, Supervision, etc.

Be part of a team that has achieved some great things in the equity space as well. They continue to increase the cultural capability of the team and build new networks in the community with Māori health providers and local iwi.

As part of the Palmerston North team, you will be working in a new and purpose-built clinic located within a specialist centre, shared with radiology, MSK and orthopaedic specialists. The clinic is situated in a great location with easy public carparking options nearby and 6 different coffee shops within a 3-minute walk.

About the mahi (role)

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Physiotherapist to join our rapidly growing services in Palmerston North. Our clinic is continually expanding and needing more clinical staff to keep up with demand, having recently opened a satellite clinic in Levin and a growing clinic in Whanganui.

You will uphold our commitment to delivering excellent rehabilitation services with a patient-centric focus and strive to make a positive impact on the lives of our clients through comprehensive and compassionate care.

The caseload will consist of Med Fees, Pain Management, ICP, Training for Independence, and Early Intervention services.

Key tasks will include:

• Patient assessments and treatments
• Administration and reporting
• Liaison with colleagues, funders, and employers
• Team meetings and training

In this role, you will receive extensive training and/or mentoring depending on your experience level. You will be reporting to the Clinic Manager and be a key member of the Palmerston North interdisciplinary rehabilitation team.

The role is full time but part-time will be considered for the right candidate.

About You

Our ideal candidate must have a bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy and have a minimum of 2 years of clinical experience. Someone keen to work within a cohesive multidisciplinary team and keen to continue learning and developing their skills as a clinician.

A post-graduate qualification would be an advantage to the applicant however not essential.

To be successful in this role you will have:

• A genuine interest in the area of rehabilitation
• A strong work ethic
• A positive, can-do attitude 
• A desire to achieve clinical excellence
• Very good organisational and communication skills
• An ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team
• An awareness of how to provide top-quality customer service
• A commitment to professional development
• A current practicing certificate to work in New Zealand, Full Professional Body Membership and Full Indemnity Insurance
• Current full clean driver’s license

Benefits of joining TBI Health

For your shared passion and commitment to TBI Health and its goals, we have the following on offer for you:

• Competitive salary and bonuses
• Reimbursement for Annual Practicing Certificate and Professional Membership
• Ongoing professional development is encouraged with regular in-service training and regional staff training.
• There is opportunity to grow into supervision, training, quality or management roles.
• Subsidised Health Insurance with Southern Cross (working 20+ hours)
• Free parking next to the clinic
• Wellbeing allowance is currently valued at $250 if you are employed for 20 hours or more per week or $100 for employees who work under 20 hours per week.
• Birthday Leave (must be employed for 20 or more hours to qualify).
• Attend several training sessions during the year focused on teaching how to incorporate Māori tikanga in your role appropriately.

How to apply

Applications close 7th June 2024.

Please include a cover letter with your application. All correspondence will be kept strictly confidential.

We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates who meet the skills and qualifications criteria for the advertised role. Should you be successful in your application, we will contact you to organise an interview. At that time, you will have the opportunity to inform us of any cultural or any other diversity needs you may have so we can support you appropriately during the interview process.

If you wish to discuss the role further, please contact our Clinic Manager Jackson Wong for further information on 06 222 3001 or [email protected]

Please note: We will screen applications and invite suitable applicants for interviews before the advertised closing date. It is, therefore, likely that we may fill the role before the closing date. So, if you feel that our job advert is that unique work opportunity you have been looking for, please contact us as soon as possible to express interest in the role.