Physiotherapy Assistant

About the Role

The Physiotherapy department delivers quality, patient focused services across all specialty areas on the Burwood Hospital Campus.

We're looking for an energetic and enthusiastic Physiotherapy Assistant with a can-do attitude to join our busy Physiotherapy team in Older Persons Health.

This is an exciting opportunity to refine your skills as a Physiotherapy Assistant and develop your career in healthcare!

The position could be based in a variety of areas to be confirmed at offer e.g. Hydrotherapy, OPHR, Stroke, Spinal.

This is a fast paced environment working with a team of Physiotherapists and 1 other Physiotherapy assistant.

Most care is delivered in a purpose built gymnasium carrying out treatment plans and supervising exercise programmes as delegated by the Physiotherapist.

Tasks will include :

Departmental duties such as cleaning / maintaining equipment and clinical spaces, checking and maintaining consumables and stock

Delivering and set up of equipment across the hospital

Supervision of exercise programmes in the inpatient setting including group work

Assist with the provision and supervision of Hydrotherapy programmes

Assist the Physiotherapist with the delivery of one to one rehabilitation treatment

About you

Strong inter-personal skills and a sound communicator

The ability to follow direction to assist in the delivery of treatment and rehabilitation plans across Older Persons Health and outpatient settings

Knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its relevance to health

Previous experience in a similar role with a good understanding of health is a requirement, A qualification in any health field would be an advantage

Knowledge of safe manual handling processes

Full NZ drivers licence essential with the ability to drive a manual car

Ongoing training and development

Fantastic Working Environment - Fully resourced modern facility with a friendly, supportive team

Working for Health New Zealand

Health 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 rebuilding a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whanau-centred care, and excellence.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations.

We particularly welcome applications from our diverse Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

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