Physiotherapist - Community Services

• 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.

About the mahi (role)

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Physiotherapist with a strong interest in hospital and community rehabilitation to join our growing Hamilton team.

This full-time role is based in Hamilton and across the wider Waikato region. It offers a unique and varied experience, including the opportunity to work across several services such as:

• SRNA (Social Rehabilitation Needs Assessments)
• TI (Training for Independence)
• Solora
• Rest home support
• Post-operative care in private hospitals (in support of orthopaedic surgeons)

 You’ll be supported by the Hamilton Clinic Manager and a skilled, multidisciplinary team.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct private and ACC-funded physiotherapy assessments
• Provide patient education, training, treatment, and rehabilitation in community settings
• Deliver physiotherapy services and manual handling training in aged care facilities and private hospitals
• Support rehabilitation of private and ACC patients in private hospitals
• Help develop and promote TBI Health’s community assessment and rehabilitation services in the Waikato region

You’ll be based at our London Street clinic, one of two centrally located clinics in the Hamilton CBD. With nearby beaches, nature walks, and a vibrant local food scene, it’s a fantastic place to live and work—plus, you’re just a short drive from Auckland for concerts and events.

Benefits of joining TBI Health

At TBI Health, we value your passion and commitment. Here’s what we offer in return:

• Mobile phone, and laptop are provided as part of the role and car (if appropriate)
• Competitive salary and bonus structure
• Flexibility of hours and work locations
• Subsidised health insurance with Southern Cross Insurance (working 20 or more hours)
• Opportunities for career progression both locally and across New Zealand
• MDT meetings, in-services, literature reviews, and case studies
• Extensive internal training across all areas we work in
• Attend several training sessions during the year focused on teaching how to incorporate Māori tikanga in your role appropriately.
• Annual contribution to your career development and further qualifications
• 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)

About You

You’ll need a minimum of 2 years' clinical experience, ideally including experience with social rehab contracts. We will provide substantial orientation and support.

• To succeed in this role, you will have:
• A genuine interest in the area of hospital and community rehabilitation 
• A strong work ethic
• A positive, can-do attitude 
• A desire to achieve clinical excellence
• Very good organisational and communication skills
• An ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team
• An awareness of how to provide top-quality customer service
• A commitment to professional development
• A current practicing certificate to work in New Zealand, Professional Body Membership, and Indemnity Insurance
• Current full clean driver’s license
• Bachelor’s degree or above qualification

About the Hamilton team

Our Kirikiriroa-based team includes physiotherapists, occupational therapists, hand therapists, exercise physiologists, and psychologists. We pride ourselves on maintaining a supportive, inclusive, and social team culture.

How to apply

Applications close 19th of September 2025.

Please submit your CV and a cover letter via our online application process. We are unable to accept email applications.

For further information or enquires please contact the Clinic Manager Libby Mansill on 027 222 3649 or libby.mansill@tbihealth.co.nz

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If shortlisted, you’ll be invited to notify us of any cultural or individual needs so we can support you appropriately throughout the interview process.

Note: We may begin interviewing suitable candidates before the closing date and could fill the role early. If this opportunity sounds like the right fit for you, please apply promptly.