Physiotherapist - MSK - Grafton AKL - Contractor

ABOUT THE ROLE

If you're a physio who enjoys life and an active lifestyle, has a high level of customer service and presentation, good communication skills, and a friendly welcoming personality, our expanding Grafton private practice would like to hear from you.

At the Institute of Sport Physiotherapy, we believe that pain-free movement and activity are vital to individual well-being and satisfaction. For over 40 years we have offered our loyal client base evidence-based and client-centred care that's honest, down-to-earth, and authentic. Our warm and inclusive environment is a place where people can feel free to be themselves.

You'll have the opportunity to work alongside Graeme Hayhow, one of the most respected physios in New Zealand, who has built a renowned career working with some of New Zealand's most elite sports teams and athletes. You will also work alongside a wonderful team of experienced and motivated clinicians.

THE ROLE

The role will see you provide a broad array of musculoskeletal physiotherapy treatments including:

• Injury prevention and education
• Exercise prescription, movement analysis and corrective exercise
• Muscle balance
• Pilates (preferable but not essential)
• Pelvic floor physiotherapy (if qualified)
• Running analysis (if qualified)
• Strength and conditioning (if qualified)
• Dry needling and acupuncture (if qualified)
• Pre and post-op rehabilitation
• Sports injury rehabilitation and taping
• Spinal manipulation and mobilisation

HOURS

Part-time contractor role. Current clinic sessions are:

• Monday to Friday: 5pm to 8pm
• Saturday: 8am to 12pm
• Sunday: 9am to 1pm

We are flexible about how many of these sessions you take For the right candidate, there is also potential to extend hours through:

• Off-site work with sports teams
• Use of our large on-site gym facility for rehabilitation and conditioning sessions We are open to discussing how this could work for the right person and we are happy to discuss options that work for both of us.

REMUNERATION

Independent contractor, 60% of collected fees. Current caseload: typical earnings around $45-$50 per clinical hour, based on existing bookings. Growth potential: as your list builds, a fully booked 45-minute schedule at our current fee level equates to around $90-$95 per clinical hour (before tax), depending on caseload and payer mix.

We will discuss the details openly at interview so you can see how this translates into weekly earnings at different booking levels.

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• NZ-registered physiotherapist with current APC (all applicants must hold current NZ physiotherapy registration)
• Bachelor of Health Science (Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy) or similar
• Strong interest and skills in MSK and sports physiotherapy
• Acupuncture, dry needling or Pilates qualification (preferable but not essential)
• Comfortable working independently but happy to collaborate in a small team
• High level of customer service, presentation and communication skills
• Open to both experienced clinicians and new graduates

WHAT WE OFFER

• Established clinic in central Auckland (Grafton) with good referral relationships and over 40 years of history
• Opportunity to work alongside and learn from Graeme Hayhow, one of NZ's most respected physios
• Clinical and business development mentoring
• Chance to grow your existing skills and learn innovative treatment techniques
• Autonomy over your clinical practice within a clear, fair contractor framework
• Warm, inclusive and down-to-earth environment

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply with your CV and a brief cover letter outlining:

• Your physiotherapy experience and areas of interest
• Which sessions you are available for
• When you would be available to start

Shortlisted applicants will be contacted to arrange an interview.

All applicants must hold a current New Zealand physiotherapy registration. Applicants must also be eligible to work in New Zealand with no visa or work permit constraints.