The vision of Peke Waihanga is 'independent and productive lives for the people we care for'. Our organisation leads the way in providing world-class prosthetic, orthotic and rehabilitation services across New Zealand, bringing together expertise in prosthetics, orthotics, fabrication, product development, rehabilitation and peer support.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a friendly, dedicated and highly skilled team within a fun and supportive work environment. Our employee benefits include 23 days annual leave per year, free health checks and flu vaccinations, health insurance discounts, up to 4% employer KiwiSaver contribution and professional development opportunities.
This role is for 24 hours per week (flexible).
Our Tauranga centre provides a very welcoming and comfortable environment, with a supportive and highly skilled team. Professional development opportunities include on-the-job training with our experienced prosthetists and rehab team, supplier demonstrations, webinars and conferences. Our work culture is down to earth, yet dynamic with a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach.
Job Description
The ideal candidate will be a very capable physiotherapist who has a keen interest in prosthetics, orthotics and rehabilitation. The ability to develop and maintain strong professional networks will be key in the success of this role.
You will need to be comfortable and confident to work with a wide socio-economic range of patients. This role will involve working on all aspects of post amputation care of the stump(s) through to the fitting and use of artificial limbs. You will attend clinics, obtain and relay information pertinent to the patient’s care and be involved in team decisions regarding on-going care.
Desired Skills and Experience
We are looking for a strong communicator who has the following skill set, linked to the themes of our strategic objectives:
Service –previous experience- or keen interest in the delivery of high-quality prosthetic and orthotic care and services to patients. Good working knowledge of the New Zealand health system and strong and active relationship with other service providers to improve the coordination of patient care.
Expert Workforce –registration with the Physiotherapy Board of New Zealand and a full and current annual practicing certificate. Experience or interest in prosthetics and orthotics and rehabilitation in order to deliver a patient-centred service.
R&D/Technology – a keen interest in embracing technology and research to improve the patient experience and outcomes, and to improve processes to gain operational efficiencies.
Equity – a strong focus on providing patients with access to technology and service based on need.
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To request a job expectation for this role, please email careers@nzals.co.nz
Applications close Friday 10th May 2024 (unless role filled prior).
