National Physiotherapist – Lead Innovation in Aged Care

Are you a forward-thinking Physiotherapist ready to shape the future of aged care? Bupa is seeking a National Physiotherapist to lead the delivery of high-quality, innovative physiotherapy services across our 40 care homes and 36 retirement villages, where you will make a true difference in the lives of our residents.

About the Role

This strategic and clinical leadership role combines virtual consultations, in-person support, and provider management to ensure consistent, evidence-based physiotherapy care nationwide. You’ll champion innovation—like wearable tech and remote monitoring—while supporting care teams with expert advice and safe moving & handling practices. 

Key Responsibilities

• Lead national physiotherapy service delivery aligned with Bupa’s clinical and strategic goals.
• Provide virtual and in-person clinical support to care teams and residents.
• Manage relationships with contracted physiotherapy providers and external funders (ACC, Health NZ/Te Whatu Ora).
• Drive innovation through new models of care and technology-enabled solutions.
• Support safe moving and handling practices and staff capability building.
• Explore physiotherapy services for independent living residents in village settings.
• Conduct audits, quality assurance, and report to the Clinical and Quality Director.
• Collaborate across teams to shape strategic direction and service development.

In this newly created role, you will have the opportunity to make a difference in ensuring positive outcomes for our residents, and leading a nationally consistent approach with our physiotherapy services.

What You’ll Bring

• NZ Registered Physiotherapist with a current APC.
• Relevant postgraduate qualification.
• 5+ years post-registration experience in aged care, rehabilitation, or community health.
• Proven leadership and mentorship of other physiotherapists or allied health professionals. 
• Capability in leading or coordinating physiotherapy services across multiple sites or regions.
• Experience with virtual consultations and digital health tools.
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and time management skills.

Why Join Bupa?

• Lead a national service with real impact on resident wellbeing.
• Be part of a values-driven organisation committed to innovation and excellence.
• Work flexibly with access to cutting-edge tools and support.
• Help shape the future of physiotherapy in aged care and retirement living.
• Hybrid work environment with a mix of in-office days in Newmarket and work-from-home.
• Fully subsidised Southern Cross health insurance to our eligible permanent NZ employees and a discount on insurance cover for eligible family members.
• Wellbeing discounts and advice, EAP counselling services, study support, and cultural leave.
• Paid parental leave - in addition to standard parental leave, Bupa offers 12 weeks of paid leave for primary carers and 2 weeks for secondary carers.
• Refer-a-friend programme.
• Professional Development – in-house and external training and development.
• Industry-competitive remuneration and benefits, and internal reward and recognition programmes.
• No matter who you are or where you come from, we encourage you to ‘Be You at Bupa.’

To express your interest, apply now! Lead a service that delivers the right care, at the right time, with the right support—nationwide.

About Bupa:

Through vision, passion, and sheer hard work, we’re now New Zealand’s largest aged care and dementia care provider. As one of New Zealand’s leading healthcare organisation we employ more than 4,000 people: we’re brave, caring, and responsible. All united by one purpose – helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world.

Our Values | Ā mātou ūara

Brave | Māiatanga   Caring | Manaakitanga   Responsible | Haepapa

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and therefore may result in the role closing early if the right applicant is found.