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About TBI Health
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 Mori. Join us on this transformational journey of delivering tailored and quality healthcare service that meets the needs of our diverse Aotearoa.
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About the Mahi (Role)
Were looking for a qualified Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist to join our Gisborne team at TBI Health. Whether youre looking for a full-time role (40 hours/week) or something more flexible wed love to hear from you.
Youll report to the Clinic Manager and play a key role in both our Vocational Rehabilitation and Hospital & Community teams supporting clients across the Gisborne and Te Tairwhiti region.
This is a diverse and rewarding clinical roleyoull be working across multiple contracts including:
- ACC: Integrated Care Pathway Vocational Rehabilitation Pain Management Training for Independence
- Workplace health: Early Intervention services for nationwide organisations (e.g. Countdown Downer DOC MSD)
- Private and insured clients using a collaborative and holistic model of care
You will bepassionate about improving health equityin rehabilitation and supporting clients in their recovery.
Agood understanding of te reo Mori tikanga and cultural safetyor someone keen to progress their understanding and learning of te ao Mori would be sought tailor our services to meet both clinical and cultural needs with a strong focus on improving health equity for Mori. Approximately 45% of the local population identify as Mori so we are actively growing our cultural competency and partnerships with iwi and Mori health providers.
If youre passionate about supporting people in their recovery and interested in continuous growthboth clinical and culturalyoull feel right at home here.
Benefits of joining TBI Health
At TBI Health we value our team and support your growth and wellbeing: We offer:
- Competitive salary & bonuses
- Subsidised health insurance with Southern Cross
- Comprehensive internal training programmes
- Wellness allowance and birthday leave
- Annual contribution to your career development and further qualifications
- Reimbursement of APC PNZ/OTNZ Membership and indemnity insurance
- Attend several training sessions during the year focused on teaching how to incorporate Mori tikanga in their roles appropriately
Skills And Experiences
About You
This is a clinical role suited to a qualified Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist with a passion for delivering high-quality client-centred care.
Our ideal candidate will have at least two years of clinical experience in New Zealand.
Experience in vocational rehabilitation or a post-graduate qualification would be advantageous however not essential.
Ideally you will also bring:
- 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 Indemnity Insurance & Professional Membership
- Current clean full drivers license
We provide comprehensive training orientation and support so if youre motivated to learn and grow well help you succeedwhether youre new to vocational rehab or returning to clinical practice.
About the Gisborne Team
Gisborne offers a laid-back coastal lifestyle ideal for surfing biking and enjoying the outdoors. Our clinic team is small tight-knit and fun and we collaborate with specialists in orthopaedics psychology counselling and pharmacy to deliver integrated high-quality rehab.
Our team also leads initiatives to strengthen equity and Mori engagement in healthcareso if thats something that inspires you wed love to have you on board.
How to Apply
Please include a cover letter with your application. All correspondence will be kept strictly confidential.
Applications close on 10th September 2025
For further information or acoffee and a chat about the role please contactClinic Manager Phil Watsonfor further information on0or
We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates who meet the skills and qualifications criteria for the advertised role.
Please note: We may start screening applications and invite suitable applicants for interviews before the advertised closing date. It is therefore likely that we may fill the role before the closing date. So if you feel that our job advert is that unique work opportunity you have been looking for please contact us as soon as possible to express interest in the role.
Employment Type
Full-Time
