Since 2001, TBI Health has helped people recover from pain, injury and illness and get back to the things that matter.
As part of Southern Cross, we’re continuing to grow, innovate and create new opportunities for our people to develop their skills and careers.
We’re committed to a workplace where people feel valued, supported and empowered to thrive. As a New Zealand-owned organisation, we’re proud to be a Te Tiriti partner with an ongoing commitment to health equity for Māori.
Join us and help shape the future of rehabilitation across Aotearoa.
Job Description
About the mahi (role)
This is an exciting opportunity to join our New Plymouth team in a part-time Physiotherapist role (28 hours per week), initially fixed term for approximately seven months to provide parental leave cover within our private hospital contract.
With a strong MSK focus, you’ll work across a varied and rewarding caseload, with the opportunity to build your experience across private hospital, vocational and community rehabilitation. Your work may include post-operative rehabilitation at Southern Cross Hospital, vocational rehabilitation, community-based services and rest-home care. Occasional weekend roster work may be required.
While the role is initially fixed term, there is potential for this to develop into an ongoing or permanent position within our clinic or community teams. There may also be flexibility to increase your hours, up to full-time, depending on your interests, availability and the needs of the service.
You’ll be part of a supportive, multidisciplinary team in our busy New Plymouth clinic, working alongside experienced physiotherapists and a wider network of health professionals. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, values collaborative care and is keen to continue developing their clinical skills across different areas of rehabilitation.
You will report to the New Plymouth Clinic Manager and work closely with our wider clinical team to provide high-quality, client-centred rehabilitation.
Desired Skills and Experience
About you
We’re looking for a Physiotherapist with a great attitude, a strong commitment to quality care, and a desire to make a positive difference for our clients.
You will have a minimum of 2 years’ clinical experience and enjoy working in a collaborative environment.
To be successful in this role, you will:
Have a strong work ethic and a positive, can-do attitude
Be committed to clinical excellence and delivering high-quality rehabilitation
Have excellent organisational and communication skills
Be able to work confidently both autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team
Understand the importance of providing excellent client/customer service
Demonstrate empathy and a client-centred approach to care
Be committed to ongoing professional development
Hold a current New Zealand Physiotherapy Practising Certificate and full professional body membership
Hold current professional indemnity insurance
Hold a current full New Zealand driver licence
Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy
About the New Plymouth team
Our team is very active and likes to get out and about during lunchtime, whether it be for a walk or run on the walkway in the park or popping down for a dip in the sea. Supporting great local events is also our aim.
Taranaki has it all. The most sunshine hours, beaches, walkway, hiking, MTB-ing, great rivers and lakes as well as the Maunga for summer and winter adventures. If you like sport and the outdoors then this is the place to be.
How to apply
Applications close 7th of November 2026
Please apply online and include a cover letter with your application. All applications will be treated confidentially.
For more information, or to have a coffee and chat about the role, please contact Paul Randall on 027 557 6464 or paul.randall@tbihealth.co.nz.
We welcome applications from people who meet the skills and qualifications for the role. If you’re shortlisted, we’ll be in touch to arrange an interview and discuss any support, or accessibility needs you may have.
We may interview and appoint before the closing date, so we encourage you to get in touch and apply early if this sounds like the right opportunity for you.
