Wednesday, March 7, 2007

Professional Leader, Physiotherapy, Acute Allied Health, Waitakere Hospital

Waitemata District Health Board serves communities of north and west Auckland, a population of nearly 500,000. Dedicated to the delivery of public health care, Waitemata is committed to ‘making a healthy difference’ to the patient and their family, the community & iwi, and the healthcare workforce.

Are you ready for the next step in your career?

The Acute Allied Health Service at North Shore Hospital seeks a progressive leader with a team focus at both a professional and multidisciplinary level.
The role is well supported by our Manager and other Professional Leaders, together with an enthusiastic and committed team of physiotherapists. Structures and support exist around supervision, professional development and quality planning.

This role will continue the development of the Physiotherapy service (both in- and outpatients) especially given the anticipated growth of acute care services.
The successful applicant will have strong interpersonal and communication skills with a positive attitude, be self-motivated and committed to providing outstanding care to our community. You will have a current New Zealand Physiotherapy APC and experience in providing supervision for physiotherapists and students.

Enquiries to Jane Hanley, Acute Allied Health Manager, 09 486 8900 ext 2779.
Essential

* New Zealand registered Physiotherapist
* Six years post-graduate experience, at least two years in an acute setting
* Service development
* Day-to-day management of staff
* Clinical & professional supervision/development of staff and students
* Policy writing

Desired

* Post-graduate physiotherapy or management qualification
* Clinical education experience
* Team leadership
* Knowledge of ACC systems and processes
* Business management skills
* Well developed professional networks [source]


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