Allied Health Careers
Make a real difference in people's lives. Join a skilled and passionate team of Allied Health professionals at Canterbury District Health Board.
Canterbury DHB's Allied Health workforce is at the heart of delivering outstanding patient care across the South Island of New Zealand. With a wide range of disciplines, flexible working arrangements, and world-class facilities, we offer rewarding careers for dedicated health professionals at every stage of their career.
Currently recruiting across multiple disciplines — Contact our recruitment team to find out more or view current vacancies.
Our Allied Health Disciplines
Physiotherapy
Work with patients across a broad spectrum of clinical settings including acute, rehabilitation, outpatient, and community services. We offer development pathways from junior to senior clinician roles.
Occupational Therapy
Help patients regain independence and participate in meaningful daily activities. Our OT team works across inpatient, community, and specialist services throughout Canterbury.
Social Work
Support patients and whānau through complex health and social challenges. Work within multidisciplinary teams in hospitals and community settings to ensure holistic, person-centred care.
Pharmacy
From dispensing to clinical pharmacy, our pharmacy team plays a vital role in medication management and patient safety across Christchurch Hospital and associated sites.
Speech Language Therapy
Assess and treat communication, voice, and swallowing disorders. Work with patients of all ages in acute hospital, outpatient, and community environments.
Dietetics & Nutrition
Deliver evidence-based nutritional care across acute, ambulatory, and community settings. Contribute to the health and wellbeing of Canterbury's diverse population.
Medical Imaging
Be part of a team using the latest imaging technology including CT, MRI, nuclear medicine, and interventional radiology to support diagnosis and treatment planning.
Medical Laboratory Science
Our laboratory services are among the most advanced in New Zealand. Work in haematology, microbiology, histology, biochemistry, and more within a well-resourced environment.
Podiatry
Provide specialist foot and lower limb care to patients with complex needs, including those with diabetes, vascular conditions, and musculoskeletal disorders.
Psychology
Contribute to psychological assessment, intervention, and consultation across mental health, health psychology, and specialist clinical services throughout Canterbury.
Radiation Therapy
Deliver precise, compassionate radiation treatments to cancer patients. Work with a dedicated oncology team and state-of-the-art equipment at Christchurch Hospital.
Health Science & Support
From health care assistants to technical and scientific support roles, there are many ways to be part of the Allied Health team and contribute to excellent patient outcomes.
Why Choose Canterbury DHB?
Professional Development
We invest in your growth. Access continuing education, supervision, mentoring, and leadership development programmes designed to advance your Allied Health career.
Collaborative Teams
Work alongside talented colleagues in multidisciplinary teams where your expertise is valued and your contribution makes a tangible difference to patient outcomes every day.
World-Class Facilities
Our new Christchurch Hospital Hagley campus features cutting-edge technology and purpose-built clinical spaces, giving Allied Health professionals the tools they need to excel.
Work-Life Balance
Enjoy the remarkable lifestyle that Christchurch and the Canterbury region offers — a vibrant city, stunning landscapes, and a strong sense of community just minutes from work.
Competitive Remuneration
We offer competitive salaries in line with relevant collective agreements, along with leave entitlements, subsidised professional development, and other employee benefits.
Diverse & Inclusive Culture
Canterbury DHB embraces diversity. We are committed to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures.
Ready to Join Us?
Explore current Allied Health vacancies or get in touch with our friendly recruitment team to discuss opportunities that suit your skills and career goals.
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