Physiotherapist - Rapid Response

Health NZ – South Canterbury – based at Talbot Park TimaruPermanent 1 FTERostered Shifts Monday to FridayHealth New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders.

Through integration and collaboration, we're building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whanau-centred care, and excellence.About the RoleRight now, we're looking for a Physiotherapist with community experience to join the Community Hub, Rapid Response team.

This service provides a multidisciplinary approach to patient care and is focused on hospital avoidance, early supportive discharge (from hospital) and non-acute rehabilitation in a home- care settingThe Physiotherapist(s) in this team work collaboratively with the Emergency Department, General Practice, Residential Aged Care and are part of a team that includes, Registered Nurses, Occupational Therapists and the Health Care Assistants who work under the delegation of the Healthcare professionals.About youThis role will suit someone who is able to work with a wide group of healthcare professionals, have the ability to practice independently and use prior expertise to ensure patient and client centered care enabling them to maximise independence.Other requirements for success in this role include : Working at Health New ZealandHealth 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 Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.Salary RangeThis role is covered by the terms and conditions of the relevant Allied Collective, and the Pay Scale, determined on relevant experience.If you have any questions regarding this role please contact Human Resources by phoning

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