Waitaki District Health Services

Alert

Oamaru Hospital is now operating at a higher level of alertness internally, to better keep our community and staff safe. This means:
• Everyone entering the hospital is screened on arrival
• Those entering the Hospital will be required to wear surgical masks
• Those with mask exemptions (excluding patients) are not permitted to enter the Hospital
• All inpatients are restricted to two nominated visitors for the duration of their stay however only one visitor per day (exemptions on compassionate grounds will be considered)
• Meals on Wheels will move to contactless deliveries
This is a precautionary measure to keep our vulnerable patients and staff safe on recommendation from the Southern DHB.

Note – due to the evolving Covid-19 status in our community, it may be that we need to change these restrictions at short notice.

Visiting hours are currently 2.00 - 7.00pm daily.

These arrangements will be in place until further notice.
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Physiotherapist (Permanent, full-time)

Permanent Full Time Position

Waitaki District Health Services Limited is seeking to employ a New Zealand Registered Physiotherapist to join our dynamic team based at Oamaru Hospital.  The successful candidate will be a team-player with excellent clinical and communication skills.  The service provides inpatient, outpatient and community physiotherapy services.

The person we are seeking will have:

  • Sound clinical experience in inpatient, community, and outpatient settings.
  • An ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of people including working with the elderly, and people with chronic musculoskeletal and neurological conditions.
  • Excellent organisation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • High levels of motivation and passion for the physiotherapy profession.
  • A client centred approach to practice.
  • The ability to work autonomously with a practical and solution focus.
  • A desire to work in a rural inter-disciplinary setting. 

The successful applicant will enjoy working in a supportive and friendly multidisciplinary team where CPD is actively supported.

Applicants must hold a current New Zealand Annual Practising Certificate.

Waitaki District Health Services Limited (WDHSL) is committed to a culture of equity and diversity that supports organisational excellence and promotes equity outcomes.  This culture and commitment are essential to WDHSL upholding its Te Tiriti o Waitangi obligations.

Applicants for this position must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

A job description and application form are available from Libby Norriss:  elizabeth.norriss@southerndhb.govt.nz

Applications to be sent to Courtney Fisher Allied Health Manager: courtney.fisher@southerndhb.govt.nz

Job-Description-Physiotherapist-HR052.pdf (984kB) Applicaton-for-Employment-ADM066.docx (63kB)

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