Rotational Physiotherapist

Work where others holiday enjoy the beaches, bustling cafes, and vibrant coastal lifestyle in Tauranga Fixed-term full-time position 1 FTE A great fit for those seeking stability, growth, and year-round impact

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

Step into a role where every week brings variety, challenge, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference. As a Rotational Physiotherapist, you will work across a seven-day service covering an exciting range of clinical areas from critical care and general surgery to medical, orthopaedics, community rehabilitation, outpatients, and neurological caseloads.

Your primary focus will be on optimising patient outcomes, facilitating timely and supported discharges, and contributing to seamless care across the patient journey. You will be part of a motivated and collaborative team committed to providing patient-centred care and supporting each other to grow professionally.

About the Team/Service/Location

Our wonderful Physiotherapy team at Tauranga Hospital works closely with the wider Allied Health services, providing care in an interdisciplinary model that puts patients at the centre. Whether in acute wards, outpatient clinics, or the community, our goal is to deliver safe, effective, and compassionate care that meets the needs of our diverse Bay of Plenty population.

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About You

To be successful in the role, we seek a motivated and enthusiastic physiotherapist who thrives in a fast-paced, team-based environment. You would enjoy the challenge of working across multiple clinical specialties and are passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred care.

What you will bring:

Current registration with the NZ Physiotherapy Board and an Annual Practicing Certificate A passion for high-quality patient care The ability to work well independently and in a team environment Exemplary interpersonal and communication skills Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development

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Working for 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 Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply for the role please click apply now. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59pm on 18 April 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact bp-Careers@tewhatuora.govt.nz

Please note, we will be reviewing applications when received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.