Physiotherapist

Overview

Join a dedicated and client-focused team at APM New Zealand where your clinical expertise will make a significant difference. We seek a committed and highly skilled Physiotherapist to work in Wellington within a supportive and dynamic environment.

Role Responsibilities

• Conduct vocational rehabilitation activities including workplace assessments, graduated return-to-work planning, and detailed task analysis.
• Provide community rehabilitation support by collaborating within a multidisciplinary team to help clients achieve their rehabilitation goals.
• Assess and treat concussion and mild to moderate traumatic brain injuries, including cervical spine, vestibular, and oculomotor systems, working alongside GPs and specialists.
• Deliver individual community rehabilitation programs focused on improving independence and functionality.
• Support clients with persistent pain using interdisciplinary methods, employing behavior change techniques, pacing strategies, and self-management education rooted in the biopsychosocial model.
• Perform functional needs assessments, prepare comprehensive reports, and ensure clients access appropriate ACC services and supports.
• Provide musculoskeletal, neurological, and vestibular rehabilitation, including home, gym, and community-based programs, with thorough movement assessment and progression of strength and mobility.
• Deliver client-centered care in various settings including homes, workplaces, and community environments.

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum two years' experience in vocational and community rehabilitation.
• Strong clinical reasoning skills with adaptability to diverse client needs.
• Experience in inter-disciplinary teamwork and collaborative practice.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with clients, families, and stakeholders.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and learning.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Five weeks of annual leave promoting work-life balance.
• Use of a vehicle for both business and personal purposes.
• Annual Practising Certificate (APC) costs reimbursed.

Additional Information

This position reports to a Team Leader and fosters a supportive, high-performing team culture centered on collaboration, growth, and innovation. Applications close on 15 July 2026.