Location
Palmerston North, NZ
- Full Time
- Allied Health Services (NZ)
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Physiotherapist - NZDF
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- We are seeking a dedicated professional to work with highly motivated military personnel and help them stay at peak physical performance and recover from injuries effectively!
- Be part of a team that keeps our military personnel strong, fit and ready for action
Join an organisation that prioritises YOU! At APM, we believe in recognising our staff for the amazing work that they do. Be part of a vibrant team culture that supports and empowers each other every day.
Empowering Better Lives - It's What We Do
At APM, our purpose is simple yet profound - to enable better lives every single day. As a dynamic team of allied health superstars, we are fiercely committed to excellence and delivering culturally responsive, quality services to our community. Guided by our Tikanga Māori values of Manaakitanga, Kotahitanga, Wairuatanga, Whānaungatanga, and Rangatiratanga, we make a genuine difference.
🌟 Exciting Opportunity with the NZ Defence Force 🌟
We're on the hunt for an experienced Physiotherapist to join our passionate and dedicated team. This is your chance to work with the NZ Defence Force through APM, helping high-performing individuals from cadets/recruits to experienced military staff achieve their goals.
“I love working with the NZDF's exceptional medical and rehab team. Our motivated patients present diverse injuries, mainly MSK. We focus on early physio and end-stage military fitness. Utilizing the pool and collaborating with instructors makes rehab specific and rewarding. – Sarah, Physiotherapist”
What's in it for you?
- Ongoing learning and development to level up your clinical skills
- 5 weeks annual leave to spend more time with family & friends
- The opportunity for career progression at APM or another of our partner brands globally
- A focus on work/life alignment to ensure your professional and personal life complement each other seamlessly
- Normal business hours, Monday to Friday
- Access to exceptional rehab facilities, including a gym that can be used by staff
What you'll do
- Assess and treat a variety of injuries including concussion, pre- and post-surgery, non-ACC conditions, respiratory, burns, pelvic health
- Develop rehabilitation and injury prevention programs
- Work alongside military medical and training teams
- Support performance optimization and resilience
- Work with elite, driven individuals
Your background
- Relevant qualifications, professional registration, and valid practicing certificate
- Current NZ driver licence
- Experience in MSK
- Minimum of 2 years clinical experience preferred – candidates of all levels are encouraged to apply
Even if you do not meet all the above, we encourage you to register your interest!
Please note – We are only considering applicants who are NZ citizens or have lived in Australia, Canada, United Kingdom, United States of America or New Zealand continuously for the last 5 years for NZDF clearances.
Join us as we continue to enable better lives!
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