Clinical Coordinator Physiotherapy

Clinical Coordinator Physiotherapy - Paediatric OrthopaedicsPermanent Part time Designated position (0.6FTE)Primarily based at Christchurch Health CampusHours of work are flexible between Monday - Friday, with a Wednesday required, which can be discussed furtherHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders.
Through integration and collaboration, we're building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whanau-centred care, and excellence.About the RoleThe Child Development Service is a community based team of allied health professionals who are passionate about improving the health outcomes of tamariki / children with developmental delays or disabilities.
However, this role encompasses all children with orthopaedic needs.As a Clinical Coordinator in Paediatric Orthopaedic Physiotherapy, you will coordinate clinical activities and provide direct clinical care.
This role involves managing clinical caseloads, supervising staff (one other physiotherapist), and supporting service and policy development.Key Responsibilities include:Manage clinical caseload and deliver healthcare servicesProvide professional leadership and expert clinical adviceSet targets and support data gathering and reportingParticipate in service and policy developmentEducate and train staff, conduct workplace assessmentsReview performance metrics and implement quality improvementsManage time effectively, oversee meetings, projects, and strategic planningUse and train others on equipment, manage stock controlConduct clinical/non-clinical audits and researchDrive and support projects, participate in steering groupsAbout YouWe are seeking an experienced Physiotherapist with expertise in paediatric orthopaedics and the desire to lead a team to join us in this permanent part-time role.
To be successful in this role you will demonstrate the following:Physiotherapy assessment, goal setting, and intervention knowledgeKnowledge and experience in serial casting & orthotics prescriptionMinimum 5 years of clinical work experience in Paediatric and/or Orthopaedic PhysiotherapyExperience with clinical teaching/supervision, training, and development of staffExperience in Case ManagementExperience making judgements in complex situations where there is incomplete information or solutions are not obviousClearance under the provisions of the Vulnerable Children's Act (2014)Full Drivers LicenceRegistration with PBNZ and a current APCWorking for Health New ZealandHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is 'the weaving of wellnesses'.
We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand.
The Equity Work Programme at Health NZ focuses on helping everyone in the health system think about equity when they do their work.
It also promotes the cultural change needed for the whole system to reach equity in health outcomes.Our people are at the heart of everything we do.
Health New Zealand is committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations.We particularly welcome applications from our diverse Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.How to ApplyTo view the position description and/or apply for the role please click "apply now." All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59pm on 30th April 2025.
If you have any questions about the role, please contact Alex Jay at ****** note, we will be reviewing applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.
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