Provide physiotherapy services to patients at Kaitaia Hospital and MDT care

Physiotherapist - Kaitaia Hospital

Fixed Term, full-time position working 40 hours per week. Parental leave cover from August 2026 to August 2027

Be part of our supportive multidisciplinary team, with opportunities to grow your skills and knowledge and advance your career

New Graduates are welcome to apply!

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

As a Physiotherapist, you will provide expert care which promotes independence, safety and wellbeing to the patients and whanau at Kaitaia Hospital in both inpatient and outpatient settings. This role is an effective member of the multidisciplinary team process that focuses on meeting quality outcomes for clients and be presented with daily variety and clinical challenges. You will be required to maintain a clinical case load according to current best practice standards and maintaining and improving skills are essential components to this role.

About the Service

Kaitaia Hospital is Health New Zealands northernmost hospital. It is a general hospital serving a widely scattered population. The Physiotherapy Department is a growing team offering a supportive working environment with a strong commitment to regular supervision and opportunities for professional development.

About You

Key requirements:

  • Registration with the Physiotherapy Board of New Zealand and a current APC
  • Able to work autonomously and harmoniously with other health professionals
  • Clear, concise recording and reporting
  • Sound knowledge of physiotherapy theory and principles of practise, able to assess clients needs and take appropriate action
  • Demonstrated awareness of cultural, social and ability differences and their implications for practise
  • Demonstrated client-centred practise

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 Māori, 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 20th September 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Olivia Matthews at NL-Jobs@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.

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