TBI Health was created with a simple idea: to help people with pain, illness, or injury. TBI Health has come a long way since it began its journey in 2001, from 2016 we partnered with Southern Cross & together we are passionate about ensuring our clients get the right help, at the right time, to get them back on track & living meaningful lives.
We are known to offer an attractive work environment to support staff wellbeing and growth. Our current focus is to continue our work on introducing new services for our staff to become involved in and ultimately, help enhance their careers.
It is also important to TBI Health to continue having an equity focused workplace culture where staff feel supported, enriched, & valued. As a NZ owned company, we position ourselves as a Te Tiriti partner and have an ongoing commitment to health equity for Māori. Join us on this transformational journey of delivering tailored and quality healthcare service which meets the needs of our diverse Aotearoa.
Job Description
About the mahi (role)
Due to continued growth in the Hawke’s Bay region, we’re looking for a passionate and skilled Physiotherapist to join our expanding team.
This role primarily involves delivering community-based physiotherapy services including Training for Independence and Concussion contracts, with scope for in-clinic work negotiable. You’ll be supporting clients (kiritaki) in their homes or community settings, helping them to achieve meaningful health outcomes. Full-time or part-time options are available for the right candidate.
You’ll be working alongside a highly experienced and collaborative team that includes Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, a Hand Therapist, Psychologists, a Clinical Pharmacist, a Neuropsychologist, visiting Medical Specialists, and an excellent administrative team. We operate across two locations: our Hastings and Napier clinics, including our newly opened site in the Napier CBD.
You will be supported by the Hawke’s Bay Clinic Manager and the wider clinical and administrative team, becoming a key part of our community team in the region.
The role will include:
Delivering private and ACC-funded physiotherapy assessments
Providing patient education, rehabilitation, and treatment in various community settings
Supporting manual handling training for staff in aged care and private hospitals
Delivering physiotherapy services for private and ACC patients in private hospital settings
Promoting and developing TBI Health’s community services across the Hawke’s Bay region
Benefits of joining TBI Health
You’ll be joining a supportive and well-established team, with access to professional development, flexible working, and a focus on wellbeing. Our benefits include:
A laptop, mobile phone, and access to a car for work purposes are provided as part of the role.
Cost of APC, OTNZ, and indemnity insurance.
2% of salary available for CPD per year.
Subsidised health insurance through Southern Cross including promotional offers (working 20 or more hours)
Comprehensive internal training programmes.
Attend several training sessions during the year focused on teaching how to incorporate Māori tikanga in your role appropriately.
There is also an opportunity to grow into supervision, training, and quality roles.
Wellbeing allowance is currently valued at $250 if you are employed for 20 hours or more per week or $100 for employees who work under 20 hours per week.
Birthday Leave (must be employed for 20 or more hours to qualify).
Desired Skills and Experience
About You
We’re looking for a team player who shares our values and is committed to achieving positive outcomes for our clients. Substantial orientation and training will be provided to support your success in the role.
Essential Skills and Attributes:
A strong interest in community-based rehabilitation
Experience in musculoskeletal, concussion, or neurological conditions
A minimum of 2 years of clinical experience
A strong work ethic and a can-do attitude
Excellent organisational and communication skills
The ability to work independently and collaboratively
A commitment to clinical excellence and professional development
A current Annual Practising Certificate to work in New Zealand
Membership with a relevant professional body and current indemnity insurance
A full, clean New Zealand driver’s licence
A Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Physiotherapy
How to apply
Applications close on 9th of October 2025
Please send us a CV and cover letter. All correspondence will be kept strictly confidential.
If you’d like to explore whether this opportunity is right for you, feel free to contact Amanda O’Reilly, Hawke’s Bay Clinic Manager, at Amanda.oreilly@tbihealth.co.nz or 027 248 7918 for a confidential chat.
We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds who meet the criteria. If you are shortlisted, you’ll have the opportunity to let us know about any cultural or other needs you may have so we can support you appropriately during the interview process.
Note: We will review applications as they are received and may fill the role before the closing date. If this sounds like the unique opportunity you’ve been waiting for, get in touch today!
