Core Physiotherapist, Kidz First Child Development Team

Overview

Permanent, part‑time (0.6 FTE) Physiotherapist for Kidz First Child Development Team (CDT). The team works with children aged 2–16 years who have conditions such as cerebral palsy, autism, global developmental delay, muscular dystrophy, chromosomal abnormalities and spina bifida. The role is based at Health New Zealand (Te Whatu Ora).

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose and treat children with neurodevelopmental and physical conditions.
• Partner with whānau and collaborate with occupational therapists, speech‑language therapists, social workers, dietitians and nurses to provide holistic care.
• Deliver engaging, creative interventions that empower children to achieve their goals.

Qualifications

• NZ registered physiotherapist with a current practising certificate.
• Recent paediatric experience.
• Knowledge of neurological rehabilitation (preferably paediatric).
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