New or Recent Graduates

Southland Hospital

• Full-time, permanent position
• Work, learn and have fun
• Friendly and supportive team

We have an exciting and sought-after position for a new or recent graduate physiotherapist at Southland Hospital.

Our team

Our Physiotherapy team is seeking an energetic and enthusiastic individual who can think outside of the square and has a hunger to learn. This service will give you the opportunity to build knowledge within a broad range of physiotherapy services, treatments and care techniques. The team provides a supportive and encouraging environment, for you to develop your career and grow as Physiotherapist. We engage in team building and idea sharing opportunities to build positive connections with the team.

Rotations

The rotational programme at Southland Hospital comprises six-monthly rotations in areas including; acute inpatient services (medical, surgical and orthopaedics), rehabilitation inpatients (AT&R), musculoskeletal and general outpatients (including hydrotherapy and groups), and community. With the potential to cross-over and do some rotations in Dunedin Hospital as well.

About the role - What's in it for me?

We take pride in supporting our staff to grow as clinicians so we run a well-developed on-going support and professional development programme, which will nurture you to evolve into a capable and confident physiotherapist. The rotational programme includes regular in-service training, senior staff mentoring, an inter-professional learning programme and support network, peer-review, a comprehensive on-call competency-training framework, and access to course and conference funding.

We are looking for enthusiastic; team-players who are keen grow their knowledge and skills across the range of clinical areas offered within Southern DHB. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and a proactive approach towards learning are essential.

To be considered for this role you will need to, or be able to, obtain registration with the New Zealand Physiotherapy Board and gain a current Annual Practicing Certificate. You will be computer literate with strong attention to detail. You must hold a full, clean drivers licence.

See position description.

Why Invercargill?

Invercargill is going through transformation, and if a relaxed paced life is what you're seeking, this is the place to be! Wide streets in a gridded layout make it easy to find your way around the city to enjoy the excellent cultural attractions, outstanding nature reserves and parks, and lively cafes, restaurants and bars. There's something for the whole family in Invercargill! To get taste of what's happening in town view the links below; neatplaces.co.nz and Southlandnz.com

Please provide as part of your application a cover letter and CV.

Closing date: Open.

Due to the fast paced nature of the DHB, this vacancy may close at any time. Don't delay, make sure you apply as soon as possible.

Do you currently work for Southern DHB? If so, please apply for this role via our internal careers site, found here: Pulse > Applications > Corporate > SuccessFactors

For further information please contact, Emily Atkinson, Recruitment Advisor - Planning, Funding and Population/Public Health Directorate, Phone: 03 470 9176, email: emily.atkinson@southerndhb.govt.nz

Pre-employment checks

In the interests of protecting our people and our patients, all appointments will be subject to the following:

• Occupational health assessment
• Police vetting / Ministry of Justice safety checks
• Serious misconduct checks (previous Public Service departments and statutory Crown entities only)

Covid vaccination requirements

Following the update to COVID-19 Public Health Response (Vaccinations) Order 2021, to be employed with Southern DHB you will be required to be fully vaccinated and have received a booster vaccine against COVID-19. You will need to provide proof of this to Occupational Health staff.

To apply

We only accept online applications. Please apply via our website: https://careers.southernhealth.nz/job-invite/13110/