Physiotherapist - #310446

About TBI Health

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 that meets the needs of our diverse Aotearoa.

About the Mahi (Role)

Due to the growth of our Invercargill clinic, we are on the lookout for an enthusiastic and motivated clinic and community-based Physiotherapist to join our team.

You will have the opportunity to work under the pain management, vocational rehabilitation, training for independence, and clinic based services.

Key tasks will include patient assessments and treatments, administration and reporting, liaison with colleagues, funders, and employers, and team meetings and training.

You must embrace a collaborative approach to patient care by working closely with an integrated team.

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.

In this role, you will receive extensive training and/or mentoring depending on your experience level and will be supported by the Clinic Manager.

We are open to full-time or part-time candidates as we can offer flexibility in working hours.

You will provide occasional weekend cover at Southern Cross Hospital. This involves providing initial and follow-up care to post-operative orthopaedic surgical patients. We work within a roster system and you would typically work 1 or 2 weekends per month and will always be given advance notice.

You will be a key member of our Interdisciplinary Rehabilitation Team, supported by our National Network of highly trained and experienced rehabilitation professionals.

You may be asking yourself, what are the benefits of moving to Invercargill...

• No traffic - which means more time to do the things you love
• Easy access to outdoor adventure - just a stone's throw away from Queenstown & Central Otago
• Cheaper house prices and more bang for your buck - if you are looking to get on the property ladder this is the place to do it!

About the Invercargill Team

The TBI Health Invercargill team is a well-developed and experienced team of physiotherapists and occupational therapists. The team culture is fun and social. We love to have a good laugh, have regular social activities and are passionate about healthcare.

Some great staff success stories originated from this clinic. Some of the team members have the opportunity to contribute their expertise by taking on additional roles such as Clinical Training and Contract Lead.

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 Invercargill team, you will be working with brand new gym equipment. We are centrally located and are within walking distance of great cafes and Queen's Park.

About You

This is a clinical role, therefore you must have a bachelor's degree in Physiotherapy.

Two years of clinical experience, a post-graduate qualification, or experience working under ACC contracts would be an advantage. However, physiotherapists of all experience levels are encouraged to apply.

Our ideal candidate will be someone who has a great attitude and shares our vision and values.

Substantial orientation, training, and support will be provided.

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 full practicing certificate to work in New Zealand, Professional Body Membership, and Indemnity Insurance
• A current full clean driver’s license
• Bachelor’s degree or above qualification

Benefits of joining TBI Health

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

• Competitive Salary and Bonuses
• Subsidised Health Insurance with Southern Cross
• Annual contribution to career development which can be used to attend conferences and continue post-graduate studies
• Flexibility within hours of work
• Comprehensive internal training programmes are available to help you grow and develop your career
• Attend several training sessions during the year focused on teaching how to incorporate Māori tikanga in your role appropriately.
• Work as part of an enthusiastic and experienced multidisciplinary team of health professionals within a vibrant rehabilitation setting
• Wellbeing allowance
• Birthday Leave

How to Apply

If this sounds like you, then get in touch with us NOW to discuss your future with TBI Health.

TO APPLY - Please click the APPLY button and submit your cover letter and resume. Applications close 5th June 2024

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

For further information or a coffee and a chat about the role please contact Victoria Barnfather on 0273031841 or email [email protected]

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 other diversity needs you may have so we can support you appropriately during the interview process.

All applications must be submitted via the online process. Applications received directly via email will not be considered for shortlisting.

Please note we will be shortlisting and interviewing as suitable applications come through. So, it is likely the advertisement will close before the advertised deadline. If you are interested in expressing interest or finding out more, contact us as soon as possible.